Pre ‐ and post‐diagnosis body mass index and heart failure mortality: a dose–response meta‐analysis of observational studies reveals greater risk of being underweight than being overweight

ConclusionsThis meta ‐analysis showed those with both high and low pre‐diagnosis BMI had higher risk for HF mortality, with a greater risk from being too underweight, rather than being obese. No significant association was found between post‐diagnosis BMI and the risk of HF mortality. Further detailed investigatio ns are needed to accurately examine the potential mechanistic links between BMI and health outcomes.
Source: Obesity Reviews - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Tags: Obesity Comorbidity Source Type: research