Using radiofrequency ablation to prevent atrial fibrillation after heart surgery

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 clinical trial investigates whether epicardial radiofrequency left atrial posterior wall isolation, also known as box lesion ablation, can effectively prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the ablation procedure or no ablation during their cardiac surgery. The study aims to determine if this approach reduces the incidence of de-novo atrial fibrillation requiring treatment after surgery. Data will be collected during the hospital stay and followed up with participants 30 days post-surgery to assess outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients undergoing cardiac surgery by a single surgeon (V.K.)
* Informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of atrial fibrillation/flutter
* Minimally invasive approach
* Off-pump surgery
* Emergent/salvage surgery
* Severe pericardial adhesions

Where it's running

• Department of Cardiac Surgery, Yudin Hospital
  Moscow, Moscow, Russia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Vasily I. Kaleda, M.D., Ph.D.
• Email: vasily.kaleda@gmail.com
• Phone: 7 (985) 641 1769

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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.