Reducing Recurrence of Symptomatic Atrial Fibrillation After Catheter Ablation by App-based Mental Training
Reducing Recurrence of Symptomatic Atrial Fibrillation After Catheter Ablation by App-based Mental Training
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the most common heart rhythm disorders and it is
 associated with a variety of symptoms leading to a considerable deterioration in quality of
 life. The Mental-AF trial is intended to inquire if an app-based mental training can reduce
 the occurrence of symptomatic AF episodes within the blanking period, i.e. the first three
 months after catheter ablation for AF.
To explore the potential of a daily app-based mindfulness mental training in improving AF
 symptoms, assessed by self-reported outcome measures, i.e. the AF 6 questionnaire, AF Effect
 on QualiTy of Life (AFEQT) and Patient Reported Outcome Measurement Information System
 (PROMIS) Global Health questionnaires, as well as in reducing AF burden in 7-day-Holter,
 within the first 12 weeks following AF ablation.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  All patients undergoing AF ablation with symptomatic paroxysmal or chronic atrial
 fibrillation (EHRA II-IV)

 -  Availability of smart phone with the capability to run android 5 or iOS 9 or newer
 versions

 -  Capability to use mobile phone applications

 -  Internet access

 -  Consent to study participation

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Patients < 18 years of age

 -  Unavailability of smart phone running at least Android 5 or iOS 9

 -  Pregnancy