Empirical Anatomy-Based Ablation vs Emphasize Map-Guided Substrate Ablation in Persistent Atrial Fibrillation : (COMPASS-AF) (COMPASS-AF)
2026年7月21日 更新者：Ju Youn Kim、Samsung Medical Center
This study is aimed to compare the clinical efficacy of two different catheter ablation strategies in patients with persistent atrial fibrillation.
Participants will be randomized 1:1 into either the Anatomy-based group or the Emphasize map-guided group
- Anatomy-based group : Pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) using pulsed-field ablation (PFA) with a single-shot multielectrode catheter.
- Emphasize map-guided group : PVI using radiofrequency (RF) ablation followed by additional EnSite X-guided pathologic substrate modification.
Participants will be followed for 1 year to compare the incidence of any atrial tachyarrhythmia and other clinical parameters between the two groups.
研究概览
详细说明
Pulsed-field ablation (PFA) is increasingly being adopted in clinical practice due to its advantages in shortening procedure times and reducing the incidence of complications. While the majority of PFA-related research has focused on PVI-centric strategies, recent studies have reported that posterior wall isolation (PWI) using PFA can also be performed safely. However, sufficient clinical evidence regarding the efficacy of additional ablation strategies beyond PVI in patients with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) has yet to be established.
The Emphasize mapping system, a software feature within the EnSite X platform, is designed to simultaneously visualize Voltage maps, Peak frequency, and CFAE-related information. Unlike the individual analysis of each parameter, this integrated approach allows for a more precise identification of electrophysiologically significant pathologic substrates by evaluating the complex characteristics of electrical signals holistically. Currently, however, Emphasize-guided ablation is technically limited to the use of radiofrequency (RF) energy.
Persistent AF is characterized by complex and heterogeneous mechanisms, meaning a single, uniform ablation strategy may not yield consistent clinical outcomes across all patients. Consequently, it is hypothesized that an individualized substrate ablation strategy guided by functional mapping may be more effective than a conventional, empirical anatomy-based approach.
Therefore, this study aims to compare the clinical efficacy and safety of an empirical anatomy-based ablation strategy using PFA versus an individualized Emphasize map-guided substrate ablation strategy in patients with persistent AF.
研究类型
介入性
注册 (估计的)
360
阶段
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联系人和位置
本节提供了进行研究的人员的详细联系信息，以及有关进行该研究的地点的信息。
学习联系方式
- 姓名：Ju Youn Kim, Ph.D
- 电话号码：82+ 2-3410-3419
- 邮箱：kzzoo921@gmail.com
学习地点
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Seoul
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Seoul、Seoul、韩国、06351
- 招聘中
- Samsung Medical Center
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接触：
- Ju Youn Kim, Ph.D
- 电话号码：82+ 2-3410-3419
- 邮箱：kzzoo921@gmail.com
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Seoul、Seoul、韩国、06351
- 尚未招聘
- Samsung Medical Center
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接触：
- Ju Youn Kim, Ph.D
- 电话号码：82+ 2-3410-3419
- 邮箱：kzzoo921@gmail.com
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参与标准
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资格标准
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- 成人
- 年长者
接受健康志愿者
不
描述
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults aged 19 years or older who have voluntarily provided written informed consent to participate in the study
- Patients diagnosed with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) who are scheduled to undergo catheter ablation for AF.
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of prior catheter ablation or MAZE surgery for atrial fibrillation.
- Left atrial (LA) diameter exceeding 60 mm.
- Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
- History of prior open-heart surgery.
- Women who are pregnant, lactating, or of childbearing potential.
- Heart failure corresponding to New York Heart Association (NYHA) functional class IV.
- Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) experienced within the past 3 months.
- Patients with terminal illness and a life expectancy of less than one year.
- Any other condition that the investigator deems inappropriate for participation in the study.
学习计划
本节提供研究计划的详细信息，包括研究的设计方式和研究的衡量标准。
研究是如何设计的？
设计细节
- 主要用途：治疗
- 分配：随机化
- 介入模型：并行分配
- 屏蔽：无（打开标签）
武器和干预
参与者组/臂 |
干预/治疗 |
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有源比较器：Anatomy-based group
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In the empirical anatomy-based ablation strategy group, pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) will be performed using pulsed-field ablation (PFA) with a single-shot multielectrode catheter.
For each pulmonary vein, approximately 4-10 pulse applications will be delivered depending on the catheter position, with each application consisting of several seconds of pulse delivery.
The catheter will be positioned around the PV ostia, and electrical isolation will be achieved by utilizing various catheter configurations as necessary.
The energy settings and application methods for PFA in this study will follow the manufacturer's recommended protocols and established methods from prior clinical studies.
Additionally, the creation of supplementary lesion sets is permitted at the operator's discretion.
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实验性的：Emphasize map-guided group
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In the Emphasize map-guided substrate ablation group, ablation will be performed using a contact force-sensing irrigated radiofrequency (RF) catheter.
Following pulmonary vein isolation (PVI), an Emphasize map will be acquired during atrial fibrillation (AF) using the EnSite X mapping system.
Based on this map, electrophysiologically significant pathologic substrates will be evaluated, and additional substrate ablation will be performed.
Subsequently, electrical cardioversion will be conducted to restore sinus rhythm.
If sinus rhythm is not maintained or if AF is re-induced, an additional Emphasize map may be acquired in the right atrium (RA), and RA substrate ablation can be performed if necessary.
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研究衡量的是什么？
主要结果指标
结果测量 |
措施说明 |
大体时间 |
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Recurrence of atrial tachyarrhythmia
大体时间：From 3 months to 12 months after the index procedure
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Any documented atrial tachyarrhythmias excluding the initial 3-month blanking period. Documented atrial tachyarrhythmias (atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, atrial tachycardia) were defined as follows:
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From 3 months to 12 months after the index procedure
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次要结果测量
结果测量 |
措施说明 |
大体时间 |
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Atrial fibrillation burden
大体时间：From 3 months to 12 months after the index procedure
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The proportion of time spent in atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter during rhythm monitoring .The burden will be assessed as percent(%) using Holter monitoring.
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From 3 months to 12 months after the index procedure
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Repeat ablation
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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Any additional catheter ablation procedure performed after the index procedure for documented recurrent atrial tachyarrhythmia during the follow-up period.
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From index procedure to 12 months
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Use of antiarrhythmic drug therapy
大体时间：From 3 months to 12 months after the index procedure
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Percentage of patients prescribed any Class I or Class III antiarrhythmic Temporary use during the blanking period (first 3 months) will not be counted.
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From 3 months to 12 months after the index procedure
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Atrial Fibrillation Effect on Quality-of-life (AFEQT) questionnaire score
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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The AFEQT is outcome instrument designed to measure the impact of AF on a patient's health-related quality of life.
Scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating a better health-related quality of life
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From index procedure to 12 months
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Stroke
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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Proportion of participants experiencing a new focal or global neurological deficit lasting ≥24 hours with imaging evidence of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke.
Transient ischemic attack will not be included.
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From index procedure to 12 months
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Cardiovascular hospitalization
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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Proportion of participants experiencing hospitalization primarily due to a cardiovascular cause, including:
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From index procedure to 12 months
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Bleeding event
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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Proportion of participants experiencing bleeding events. Bleeding event will be classified according to the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis(ISTH) criteria:
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From index procedure to 12 months
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All-cause mortality
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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Death due to any cause occurring during the follow-up period.
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From index procedure to 12 months
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Procedure-related complications
大体时间：From index procedure to 30days
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Proportion of participants experiencing any complication occurring during or within 30 days after the index procedure, including:
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From index procedure to 30days
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Procedure time
大体时间：at the index procedure
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Total procedure time measured in minutes from vascular access puncture to removal of all catheters at the end of the procedure.
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at the index procedure
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Radiation time
大体时间：at the index procedure
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Total fluoroscopy exposure time measured in minutes.
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at the index procedure
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Left atrial reservoir strain
大体时间：From index procedure to 12 months
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Measured as percentage by echocardiography
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From index procedure to 12 months
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合作者和调查者
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研究主要日期
学习开始 (实际的)
2026年5月19日
初级完成 (估计的)
2030年12月31日
研究完成 (估计的)
2030年12月31日
研究注册日期
首次提交
2026年7月21日
首先提交符合 QC 标准的
2026年7月21日
首次发布 (实际的)
2026年7月24日
研究记录更新
最后更新发布 (实际的)
2026年7月24日
上次提交的符合 QC 标准的更新
2026年7月21日
最后验证
2026年4月1日
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其他研究编号
- SMC 2026-02-103
- KCT0011829 (其他标识符：Korea National Institute of Health)
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