Impact of Obesity on Atrial Fibrillation Pathogenesis and Treatment Options
Journal of the American Heart Association
DECEMBER 29, 2023
ABSTRACTAtrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia. AF increases the risk of stroke, heart failure, dementia, and hospitalization. Obesity significantly increases AF risk, both directly and indirectly, through related conditions, like hypertension, diabetes, and heart failure.
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