Using an implantable cardiac monitor to detect atrial fibrillation in heart failure patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study focuses on patients with heart failure who are at high risk for undiagnosed atrial fibrillation, a condition that can lead to serious complications such as stroke. It involves the insertion of an implantable cardiac monitor (ICM) that provides long-term monitoring of heart rhythms remotely. The goal is to accurately assess the prevalence of atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias in this population, which is often overlooked by conventional monitoring methods. By identifying these conditions early, the study aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce the risk of stroke and mortality associated with atrial fibrillation.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Male and female patients more than 18 years of age (no upper age limit)
* HF exacerbation requiring initiation or augmentation of decongestive therapy in a hospital setting (hospitalization or emergency department visit) during the past 24 calendar months prior to consent date OR current treatment with loop-diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide, or torsemide).
* LVEF \> 35% on a cardiac imaging study (echocardiogram, nuclear imaging, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging) performed during the past 24 calendar months prior to consent date
* One or more FDA-approved indications for an Abbott ICM (unexplained symptoms such as: dizziness, palpitations, chest pain, syncope, and shortness of breath, as well as patients who are at risk for cardiac arrhythmias).
* Willing to undergo an Abbott ICM implant and agree to remote ICM monitoring.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Existing implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), biventricular ICD, implantable cardiac monitor or pacemaker.
* Known or documented history AF or atrial flutter any time in past.
* Has had a heart transplant
* Participation in other clinical trials (observational registries are allowed with approval from the Coordination Center)
* Unable or unwilling to cooperate with the protocol
* Unable or unwilling to sign the consent for participation

Where it's running

• University of Rochester Medical Center
  Rochester, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ilan Goldenberg, MD — University of Rochester
• Study coordinator: Ilan Goldenberg, MD
• Email: ilan.goldenberg@heart.rochester.edu
• Phone: 585-275-5391

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.