Association of obesity indices with in-hospital and 1-year mortality following acute coronary syndrome.

Zuhur BalayahAlawi A Alsheikh-AliWafa RashedWael AlmahmeedArif Al MullaNajib AlrawahiSamia Mora Sagar B DuganiMohammad Zubaid

Published in: International journal of obesity (2005) (2020)

The degree of obesity paradox following ACS depends on the obesity index and follow-up time. Obesity indices may aid in risk stratification of mortality following ACS.

Keyphrases

acute coronary syndrome
insulin resistance
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
high fat diet induced
type diabetes
weight gain
cardiovascular events
percutaneous coronary intervention
healthcare
antiplatelet therapy
risk factors
emergency department
body mass index
physical activity