Open Heart

JUNE 9, 2023

Body mass index (BMI) ‘(weight (kg)/height (m) 2 ) was calculated and patients with BMI ≥30 kg/m 2 were categorised as obese. The mean BMI was 27.48±4.93 kg/m 2 and 23.2% (255) were categorised as obese. to 0.96, p=0.033) for postprocedure in-hospital morbidity. to 7.15, p=0.007).

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Cardiology Update

JANUARY 24, 2024

Growing Global Burden of Cardiometabolic Risks: The 2023 World Obesity Atlas projects a significant rise in global overweight and obesity levels by 2035, leading to a surge in diabetes cases. The vision of heart-healthy, stroke-free, and thriving communities worldwide is achievable through proactive measures and collaborative efforts.

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP268-ATP268, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Xylitol, a sugar alcohol with a global market estimated at 161,500 metric tons, has been linked to increased thrombosis and risk of stroke and heart attack. The mean BMI was 35.2 kg/m2, HbA1c was 5.9% 0.4,

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP81-AWMP81, February 1, 2024. Malnutrition is common in stroke patients and leads to worse outcomes. Body mass index (BMI) is a widely available marker of nutrition status, however studies on BMI and post-ICH outcomes are limited and have conflicting results. 5.94) groups.

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Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Aim:This study investigates the prevalence of isolated interventricular membranous septal (IVMS) aneurysms detected via echocardiography and assesses the associated stroke risk without other classical risk factors.Methods:We searched the echocardiography database at Mount Sinai Morningside from January 2017 to September 2023.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

BackgroundWeight-adjusted waist circumference index (WWI) is a novel index related to obesity and has been associated with the risk and prognosis of several diseases. cm/√kg was identified for predicting myocardial infarction, outperforming waist circumference and body mass index (BMI). A threshold WWI value of greater than 11.15 cm/√kg

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Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Based on the finetuned NN, we predicted risk markers within an independent cohort of 48,376 patients with a history of T2D, ASCVD, or obesity and emulated a target trial to evaluate the subclinical effect of GLP1RA. Compared to the control group, the GLP1RA cohort had a higher baseline risk profile (BMI: 35.1 [SD Hispanic, 9.6%

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 16, 2024

Overweight/Obesity. Falling into the class of obesity with a BMI of greater than 30 makes this more likely, but so also does having excess visceral fat deposition with significant metabolic consequences at a BMI less than 30. Weight Loss Potential With Obesity Medications. ” here is what I tell them.

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DAIC

MAY 21, 2024

months, participants with baseline body mass index (BMI) above 30 kg/m2 lost 12 pounds, or 5.1% This study suggests that digital heart health management tools can make a significant, sustainable impact across these risk factors, and ultimately help people take control of their heart attack and stroke risk.” “An of their body weight.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 29, 2023

The reduced events included: 44% reduction in major heart events (Heart attacks, strokes, cardiovascular death etc.) In addition to elevated fasting glucose, there are many other risk factors for developing diabetes, including: Metabolic syndrome BMI > 30 (Obese category) Elevated HBA1c - Not in the diabetes category but above normal.

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DAIC

MARCH 8, 2024

Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) has approved an additional indication for Wegovy ( semaglutide ) to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as death, heart attack, or stroke in adults with known heart disease and with either obesity or overweight along with a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity.

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DAIC

MARCH 5, 2024

Getty Images milla1cf Tue, 03/05/2024 - 13:15 March 5, 2024 — Frequent cannabis smoking may significantly increase a person’s risk for heart attack and stroke, according to an observational study supported by the National Institutes of Health. Less frequent use was also associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP101-AWMP101, February 1, 2024. Conclusion:The global burden of stroke attributable to high BMI in OECD countries highlights the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to address the intertwined challenges of obesity and stroke.

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Open Heart

AUGUST 5, 2022

Objective While greater body mass index (BMI) is associated with increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AF), the impact of BMI on outcomes in newly diagnosed AF is unclear. The study population comprised 40 482 participants: 703 underweight (BMI <18.5 kg/m 2 ), 13 095 normal (BMI=18.5–24.9

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP258-AWP258, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Recurrent ischemic stroke due to intracranial large artery disease occurs in up to 20% of patients and is associated with uncontrolled cardiovascular risk factors. ipsilateral carotid stenosis ≥ 50%). ipsilateral carotid stenosis ≥ 50%).

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Wellnest

JULY 19, 2023

However, recent studies have observed that people below 40 are also experiencing heart attacks due to high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, and social and mental stress. Obesity or being overweight can increase the risk of heart disease. So, how do you recognize a heart attack?

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