Obesity-Related Atrial Fibrillation: Cardiac Manifestation of a Systemic Disease
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia worldwide and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The mechanisms underlying AF are complex and multifactorial. Although it is well known that obesity is a strong risk factor for AF, the mechanisms underlying obesity-related AF...
Main Authors: | Worawan B. Limpitikul, Saumya Das |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2308-3425/10/8/323 |
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