Apr 22, 2021 · In this statement, we summarize the impact of obesity on the diagnosis, clinical management, and outcomes of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, heart failure, and …

Obesity has an important role in atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Obesity leads to structural and functional changes of the heart, which causes heart failure. The altered …

May 20, 2024 · The time has come for the cardiovascular community to join others in medicine to tackle the public health problem of obesity, and to help reduce the burden of cardiovascular …

May 6, 2021 · The impact of obesity on CV health starts in childhood. Obesity accelerates early atherosclerotic changes including the development of fatty streaks. Obesity is associated with …

Dec 27, 2005 · Obesity is becoming a global epidemic in both children and adults. It is associated with numerous comorbidities such as cardiovascular diseases (CVD), type 2 diabetes, …

Aug 30, 2024 · The document aims to raise awareness on obesity as a major risk factor and provide guidance for implementing evidence-based practices for its prevention and optimal …

Mar 3, 2012 · Although there are multiple long-term deleterious health effects of excess weight, obesity as defined by BMI ≥30 kg/m 2 is associated with premature atherosclerosis, increased …

Dec 7, 2022 · People living with overweight/obesity are at greater risk for cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality. Increased adiposity (body fat), particularly visceral/abdominal fat, is …

Obesity is an epidemic in the United States. It is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and associated with reduced life expectancy. The adverse effects are related to …

Apr 22, 2021 · In this statement, we summarize the impact of obesity on the diagnosis, clinical management, and outcomes of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, heart failure, and …