Understanding Atrial Fibrillation in Cardiac Surgery Patients
Assessing the Burden of Perioperative Atrial Fibrillation in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery
This study looks at how common atrial fibrillation is in patients having heart surgery by using a wearable heart monitor to see how it affects their recovery and hospital stays.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Brigham and Women's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Boston, Massachusetts) |
| Trial ID | NCT04880265 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients undergoing elective open heart surgery by utilizing a wearable electrocardiogram monitoring patch. The study will collect data to determine the burden of postoperative AF, which is a common complication that can lead to increased hospital stays and healthcare costs. By accurately measuring the incidence of AF, the research seeks to provide insights into its impact on patient outcomes and healthcare resources.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 20 years old who are scheduled for elective open heart surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate or those involved in other pharmacological trials may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for atrial fibrillation in cardiac surgery patients, potentially reducing complications and healthcare costs.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of using wearable devices for monitoring AF in this context may be novel, similar studies have indicated the importance of monitoring AF in postoperative settings.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Elective open heart surgery * Age \> 20 years Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal to participate (patient or health care proxy) * Participation in other pharmacological trials * Lack of data or poor data quality which cannot be analyzed for any heart rhythm in 80% of the postoperative study period.
Where this trial is running
Boston, Massachusetts
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jakob Wollborn, MD MPH
- Email: jwollborn@bwh.harvard.edu
- Phone: 6175258156
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.