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I recently tried to qualify for a trial for a new drug for A-fib (it was a coumadin replacement) I was turned down after question 4. Which was do you have CHF. The first 3 were are you diabetic? Did you have a heart attack? Do you have high blood pressure, all those answers were no the CHF seemed to be the deal breaker.. I imagine most of us will not qualify for the stringent guidelines they have nor will we want to. But I was interested in a drug other than coumadin.

Respectfully,Denise

 

 

How old are you? What is your medical history? Do you have any heart problems besides the CHF and A fib? There is a drug called "Pradaxa" available to patients with non valvular atrial fibrillation. Otherwise, if you are a low risk patient, sometimes 325 mg Aspirin once daily is sufficient to prevent strokes.

Where are you located? Currently Cedars Sinai is conducting a research study regarding a left atrial appendage closure device for patients who meet the criteria for the study. With this device, and minimally invasive procedure, you will be able to be off anti-coagulant medications.