Higher BMI Confers a Long-Term Functional Status Advantage in Elderly New Zealand European Stroke Patients

Obesity is a risk factor for ischaemic stroke but provides a survival advantage. The relationship between body mass index (BMI) and long-term function is less clear. The presence of an obesity paradox can inform clinical care and identify vulnerable patients who need additional support post-stroke.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - March 10, 2021 Category: Neurology Authors: Shivankar Nair, Siyi Chen, Deepak Gupta, Alesha J. Smith, Ailsa L. McGregor Source Type: research