๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-02-12

Treating Atrial Fibrillation in Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: Ablation or Medication (NCT07272902)

A Randomized Ablation-based Atrial Fibrillation Rhythm Control Versus Rate Control Trial in Patients With Heart Failure and Preserved Ejection Fraction (CABANA-RAFT HF): A Pilot Study

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study is testing two different ways of treating atrial fibrillation (AF) in people who also have heart failure with mildly reduced or preserved heart function. Patients will randomly be assigned to either rhythm control using catheter ablation or rate control using medicines. The pilot phase will determine if a larger study can be successfully carried out to see which approach better improves survival, reduces hospitalizations, and enhances quality of life.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: QEII HSC โ€” Halifax, Nova Scotia

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • QEII HSC โ€” Halifax, Nova Scotia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (902) 473-7226

Email: laura.hamilton@nshealth.ca

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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 ยง 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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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