Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9154650 | American Heart Journal | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
In patients with chronic symptomatic HF, obesity or overweight status was associated with a lower risk for mortality but a similar risk for hospitalization compared with normal weight status. Prospective studies evaluating the risks and benefits of sustenance of obesity or weight loss are needed in this population.
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Authors
Biykem MD, FACC, Anita MD, MPH,