‘Obesity paradox’ present in heart attack-related mortality

Adults admitted to the hospital for acute myocardial infarction who are categorized as having underweight may be at a higher mortality risk than those with other weight statuses, including obesity, according to findings from researchers in China.

Source: ‘Obesity paradox’ present in heart attack-related mortality

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