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Optimal Antiplatelet Treatment to Achieve Stroke Avoidance and Fall in Bleeding Events following Left Atrial Appendage Closure (SAFE-LAAC). Comparative Health Effectiveness Randomized Trial – PILOT Study
EU CTIS ID: 2024-516382-37-00
What this study is testing
1. To compare safety and efficacy of early DAPT discontinuation at 30 days postprocedure and continuation of SAPT up until 6-month vs 6 months of postprocedural DAPT (randomized comparison) 2. To compare safety and efficacy of chronic SAPT beyond 6 months postprocedure vs discontinuation of all antiplatelet treatment 6 months after LAAC (nonrandomized comparison).
- Therapeutic use (Phase IV)
A plain-language read of the study's public EU CTIS listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- 1. Successful percutaneous left atrial appendage occlusion with Amplatzer or WATCHMAN devices within 37 days prior to randomization 2. Treatment with dual antiplatelet therapy since the procedure (aspirin and clopidogrel) 3. Age >= 18 yrs 4. Participant is willing to comply with all aspects of the protocol including the assigned treatment strategy and follow-up visits 5. The participant is willing to give written informed consent
You likely can't join if
- 1. Any indication to chronic antiplatelet therapy other than atrial fibrillation or left atrial appendage occlusion. 2. Indications to chronic anticoagulation 3. Known allergy to clopidogrel of acetylsalicylic acid 4. Diagnosis of coagulation disorders 5. Peridevice leaks greater than 5mm 6. Thrombus in the left atrium on the qualifying imaging of the left atrium 7. Life expectancy less than the duration of the trial due to noncardiovascular comorbidity 8. Enrollment into a competing trial using a non-approved devices or drugs - currently and up to 3 months prior to enrollment 9. Chronic kidney disease stage IV or V 10. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding and those women of childbearing potential who do not agree to use at least two contraceptive measures (oral contraception, mechanical contraception, approved contraceptive implants, intrauterine device, tubal ligation). The criterion does not apply to women who have been postmenopausal for at least 2 years prior to study enrollment (defined as at least one year without menstrual periods) or underwent surgical sterilization procedure. All eligible women who are younger than 55 years must have negative pregnancy test within 24 hours prior to randomization.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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, 18-64 years, 65+ years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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