Comment on: Association of Prior Bariatric Surgery with Financial and Clinical Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction
Obesity is a chronic metabolic condition associated with many cardiovascular risk factors. While bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for weight loss, its most significant impact is on weight-related comorbidities, including heart disease. Cardiac disease is currently the leading cause of death among adults worldwide and incurs enormous cost on our healthcare system. Numerous well-controlled studies show a decreased risk of many cardiovascular disorders after bariatric surgery including dysrhythmia, coronary artery disease, and heart failure.
Source: Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases - Category: Surgery Authors: Tayler J. James, Matthew J. Martin Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
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