Anthropometric parameters and the incidence of atrial fibrillation in older people: the PRO.V.A study

ConclusionsBody size, particularly tall stature and obesity, but not fat distribution, seems to be associated with the risk of AF in the elderly.

Source: Clinical Cardiology - December 31, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Caterina Trevisan, Stefania Maggi, Chiara Curreri, Giovanni Nante, Marianna Noale, Marina De Rui, Egle Perissinotto, Leonardo Sartori, Sabina Zambon, Gaetano Crepaldi, Enzo Manzato, Giuseppe Sergi Tags: CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS Source Type: research