Clinical trial for Atrial Fibrillation
Official title Intracardiac Echocardiography Guided Watchman Device Implant
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06007872
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study wants to find out if using a heart camera inserted through the skin is just as good as the standard throat camera for placing the device correctly.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) or a blood clot in a small pouch of the heart.
- What's involved
- Participants will have a small device placed in their heart to help prevent blood clots. Doctors will use a camera inserted through the skin to guide the placement instead of the usual throat camera.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the total duration or number of visits required.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- All patients who meet guideline established criteria for commercially available Watchman device implant and not enrolled in an active clinical trial
You likely can't join if
- Patients in whom a procedural TEE cannot be performed and an ICE only implant is needed.
- Patients receiving a concomitant ablation procedure
- Patients with prior incomplete surgical or percutaneous left atrial appendage ligation/exclusion procedures
- Patients in whom the delivery of trans-septal equipment is anticipated to be difficult (e.g.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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