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Metformin + Lifestyle Changes for Atrial Fibrillation (TRIM-AF Trial)
Phase 4
Waitlist Available
Led By Mina K Chung, MD
Research Sponsored by Mina Chung, MD
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Paroxysmal AF, or persistent AF with plans for conversion.
No history of AF.
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 1 year, 2 years
Awards & highlights
TRIM-AF Trial Summary
This trial is testing whether metformin and lifestyle/risk factor modification can help prevent atrial fibrillation in people with pacemakers or defibrillators.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with a pacemaker or ICD who've had at least one episode of atrial fibrillation in the past 3 months. They should not be on diabetes medication, have moderate renal disease, significant alcohol use, or life expectancy less than 2 years. Pregnant women and those unable to follow study protocols are also excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The TRIM-AF study tests if Metformin and lifestyle changes can help manage Atrial Fibrillation in patients with cardiac devices. Participants will either get Metformin up to 750 mg twice daily or undergo lifestyle modifications, decided randomly.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Metformin may cause digestive issues like nausea and diarrhea, as well as a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. Lifestyle changes typically don't have side effects but could include muscle soreness from new exercise routines.
TRIM-AF Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I have irregular heartbeats and plans to normalize it.
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I have never had atrial fibrillation.
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I am 18 years old or older.
TRIM-AF Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 1 year, 2 years
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~1 year, 2 years
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in AF burden
Secondary outcome measures
%change in average AF time/day
AF ablation/pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) for increase in burden or persistent AF
AF density
+29 moreTRIM-AF Trial Design
5Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Metformin + LRFMExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Metformin ER up to 750 mg twice daily + Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification (LRFM) diet/nutrition, exercise, and risk factor modification
Group II: MetforminExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Metformin ER up to 750 mg twice daily
Group III: Lifestyle/Risk Factor ModificationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification (LRFM): Diet/nutrition, exercise, and risk factor modification
Group IV: ControlActive Control1 Intervention
Written educational literature on healthy eating and exercise guideline
Group V: No Atrial FibrillationActive Control1 Intervention
Written educational literature on healthy eating and exercise guideline
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Metformin
2006
Completed Phase 4
~2430
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Who is running the clinical trial?
The Cleveland ClinicOTHER
1,026 Previous Clinical Trials
1,365,806 Total Patients Enrolled
22 Trials studying Atrial Fibrillation
5,441 Patients Enrolled for Atrial Fibrillation
Mina Chung, MDLead Sponsor
American Heart AssociationOTHER
324 Previous Clinical Trials
4,933,508 Total Patients Enrolled
11 Trials studying Atrial Fibrillation
92,067 Patients Enrolled for Atrial Fibrillation
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I am not pregnant, breastfeeding, or if capable of childbearing, I am willing to use contraception.You have a pacemaker or ICD with certain features for monitoring heart function.You have not had atrial fibrillation recorded on your heart monitoring device in the past 6 months.I have permanent atrial fibrillation and no plans to change it.You drink more than two alcoholic drinks on average every day.My current episode of atrial fibrillation has lasted more than 12 months.I am taking medication for diabetes.I am not taking any anti-retroviral protease inhibitors or topiramate.My kidney function is reduced (eGFR <45).I am scheduled for a heart rhythm treatment or surgery within the first 3 months of the study.I am willing and able to follow the study's treatment, diet, exercise plans, and attend all follow-up visits.I have irregular heartbeats and plans to normalize it.I have never had atrial fibrillation.You have a permanent pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator with certain features.I am under 18 years old.My bilirubin levels are high, but it's due to Gilbert's syndrome.I have severe heart failure.I am 18 years old or older.I have been on the same heart rhythm medication for the last 3 months.I had a procedure to correct my heart rhythm within the last 6 months.You have had at least one episode of atrial fibrillation (AF) lasting 5 minutes or longer in the past 3 months, as detected by a cardiac implantable electrical device.You have another health condition that is expected to significantly shorten your life.You are allergic to metformin.My heart's electrical activity measurements meet specific criteria due to my pacemaker and medication.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification
- Group 2: Metformin
- Group 3: Control
- Group 4: No Atrial Fibrillation
- Group 5: Metformin + LRFM
Awards:
This trial has 3 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
- Drug Has Already Been Approved - The FDA has already approved this drug, and is just seeking more data.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Are there any recruitment opportunities for this clinical research?
"According to the clinical trial registry, this study is presently recruiting participants. The posting date for this research was August 24th 2018 and it has been updated as recently as December 4th 2021."
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For what health concerns is Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification most often deployed?
"The therapeutic lifestyle/risk factor modification has a range of applications, notably treating exercise and the conditions type 1 diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis, polycystic ovary syndrome."
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To what extent is Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification beneficial for patients?
"This Phase 4 trial has generated enough evidence for the safety of Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification to be rated as a 3 on Power's scale."
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Have past research efforts explored the impact of Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification?
"Currently, 170 ongoing clinical trials are researching the effects of Lifestyle/Risk Factor Modification with 43 of them in their final stage. Pittsburgh Pennsylvania is just one out of 1903 sites that have approved trials regarding this subject."
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How many participants are involved in this clinical trial?
"Affirmative. The listing on clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this research is presently recruiting participants, which was first posted on August 24th 2018 and updated on December 4th 2021. 270 individuals are needed to be enrolled from a single medical facility."
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