The obesity paradox for outcomes in atrial fibrillation: Evidence from an exposure‐effect analysis of prospective studies
Abstract
Summary The impact of obesity on the prognosis of atrial fibrillation (AF) remains controversial. We conducted an exposure‐effect meta‐analysis of prospective studies to clarify the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and outcomes in patients with AF. The Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Embase databases were searched through May 1, 2019. Summary relative risks (RRs) were calculated using random‐effects models. Nonlinear associations were...
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Title
The obesity paradox for outcomes in atrial fibrillation: Evidence from an exposure‐effect analysis of prospective studies
Published Date
Dec 17, 2019
Journal
Volume
21
Issue
3
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