Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia worldwide and is associated with
increased morbidity and mortality. The mechanisms underlying AF are complex and …

The prevalence of obesity and atrial fibrillation (AF), which are inextricably linked, is rapidly
increasing worldwide. Obesity rates are higher among patients with AF than healthy …

Obesity is a worldwide health problem with epidemic proportions that has been associated
with atrial fibrillation (AF). Even though the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms have …

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an increasing public health problem, often described as the epidemic
of the new millennium. The rising health economic impact of AF, its association with poor …

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia. AF increases the risk of stroke,
heart failure, dementia, and hospitalization. Obesity significantly increases AF risk, both …

Obesity is already a major global public health issue, implicated in a vast array of conditions
affecting multiple body systems. It is now also firmly established as an independent risk …

The global prevalence of obesity has reached epidemic proportions, paralleled by a rise in
cases of atrial fibrillation (AF). Data from epidemiological cohorts support the role of obesity …

Obesity and obesity-related illnesses (ORIs) constitute a significant burden on the
healthcare system, with a very high prevalence in the general population. Atrial fibrillation …

The obesity epidemic continues its relentless advance and is paralleled by an increase in
the incidence of AF. Several epidemiological studies have highlighted obesity as an …

Introduction: Obesity, defined as a Body Mass Index (BMI) of≥ 30 kg/m2, is the most
common chronic metabolic disease worldwide and its prevalence has been strongly …