Exercise training in the treatment of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation: study protocol of the Cologne ExAfib Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common form of cardiac arrhythmia and is associated with a number of comorbidities such as coronary artery disease and heart failure. While physical activity is already implemented in current international guidelines for the prevention and treatment of AF, the precise role of different types of exercise in the management of AF remains to be elucidated. The primary aim of the Cologne ExAfib Trial is to assess the feasibility and safety of different exercise modes in patients diagnosed with paroxysmal AF. Secondary outcomes include assessments of physical function, AF burden, quality of life and inflammation, as well as morphological and cardiac adaptations.

Methods and analysis

The study opened for recruitment in September 201

SUBMITTER: Zacher J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7783621 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature