Arrhythmia Science

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Current Research Projects

We promote arrhythmia research that directly translates to real-world clinical practice and contributes to the further advancement of clinical arrhythmology. 
・Identification of prognostic factors in arrhythmic diseases and establishment of optimal management strategies
・Development of ablation strategies for tachyarrhythmias using state-of-the-art medical devices
・Evaluation of the clinical utility of advanced device therapies for bradyarrhythmias and heart failure

To achieve these goals, we implement the following structured approach:
1.Centralization of patients with common diseases, including atrial fibrillation
2.Standardization of treatment and management to ensure consistent and safe clinical care
3.Construction of high-quality clinical databases serving as a foundation for clinical research
4.Identification of clinically relevant issues, and development and implementation of scientifically valid research protocols
5.Appropriate data management and statistical analysis in collaboration with experts in clinical epidemiology and medical statistics
6.Development of clinicians and healthcare professionals with a strong research-oriented mindset

Recent Publications

  • Endothelial function improvement and the outcomes after catheter ablation of persistent atrial fibrillation. Okawa K (1st and Corresponding Author), et al. Heart Rhythm. 2025 May 17:S1547-5271(25)02446-4.
  • Eicosapentaenoic Acid and the Outcomes in Older Patients Undergoing Atrial Fibrillation Ablation.
    Sudo Y, Okawa K (Last and Corresponding Author), et al. Journal of the American Heart Association. 2024 Jun 18;13(12):e033969. 
  • Relationship between endothelial dysfunction and the outcomes after atrial fibrillation ablation. 
    Okawa K (1st and Corresponding Author), et al. Journal of the American Heart Association. 2023 May 26;e028482.