Update on Obesity and Obesity Paradox in Heart Failure
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obesity, heart failure, and obesity paradox
the incidence and prevalence of obesity are fast increasing worldwide. various indices have been used to measure and assess obesity. the body mass index (bmi) is the most common and practical of these indices. overweight and obesity exert considerable adverse effects on the cardiovascular system. these effects are mediated through various neurohormonal and cytokine pathways, most of which are i...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases
سال: 2016
ISSN: 0033-0620
DOI: 10.1016/j.pcad.2015.12.003