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This study is an observational study designed to determine the extent of gastrointestinal (GI) post-procedure complications after Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation (RFCA) for atrial fibrillation (AF). This exploratory study will evaluate patient symptoms prior to the RFCA procedure, at 1 month post RFCA procedure, and at 3 months post RFCA procedure, through the administration of a questionnaire. The purpose of this study is to determine if vagus nerve injury resulting from RFCA for AF increases the risk of post-procedure GI complications that may present as temporary or permanent symptoms.
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Symptoms Associated with Vagus Nerve Injury | The composite of symptoms associated with vagus nerve injury: increased heart rate, bloating, early satiety, heartburn, changes in bowel habits, weight loss, problems with swallowing, nausea and vomiting. These symptoms will be discovered through the administration of a questionnaire. | At RFCA procedure, 1 month post RFCA procedure, 3 months post RFCA procedure |
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Atrial fibrillation patients at the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Rhythm Clinic who are candidates for Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation (RFCA) will be screened for participation in this study.
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| T. Jared Bunch, MD | Intermountain Health Care, Inc. | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Intermountain Medical Center | Murray | Utah | 84143 | United States |
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| ID | Term |
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| D001281 | Atrial Fibrillation |
| ID | Term |
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| D001145 | Arrhythmias, Cardiac |
| D006331 | Heart Diseases |
| D002318 | Cardiovascular Diseases |
| D010335 | Pathologic Processes |
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| D013568 |
| Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |