Atrial Fibrosis in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients: A Pilot Study (NCT04814420)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The investigators hypothesize that Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is an independent risk factor for atrial fibrosis development. The investigators aim to prove the presence of atrial fibrosis on Delayed Enhancement Magnetic Resonance Imaging (DE-MRI) in OSA patients without atrial fibrillation (AF).
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: East Jefferson General Hospital — New Orleans, Louisiana
Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (3 Sites)
- East Jefferson General Hospital — New Orleans, Louisiana
- University Medical Center — New Orleans, Louisiana
- Tulane Doctors - Speciality Care - Napoleon — New Orleans, Louisiana
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (504) 988-3072
Email: cmassad@tulane.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.