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[Obesity and cardiovascular system].

A F Verbovoy, A V Pashentseva, L A Sharonova

    Klinicheskaia Meditsina
    |October 10, 2018
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    Obesity significantly increases mortality rates, particularly from cardiovascular diseases. This review examines how excess body weight impacts the cardiovascular system.

    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Public Health
    • Metabolic Disorders

    Background:

    • Obesity is a complex global health issue with significant medico-social and economic ramifications.
    • Elevated body mass index (BMI) is a well-established risk factor for increased general and cardiovascular disease mortality.
    • Understanding the cardiovascular consequences of obesity is crucial for effective public health strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review and synthesize current scientific understanding of obesity's effects on the cardiovascular system.
    • To highlight the mechanisms through which excess adiposity influences cardiovascular health and disease.
    • To provide an updated perspective on the relationship between obesity and cardiovascular morbidity/mortality.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of recent studies on obesity and cardiovascular disease.

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  • Synthesis of current research on the pathophysiological impacts of obesity on cardiac function and vasculature.

    • Main Results:

    • Obesity is strongly correlated with increased risk of hypertension, dyslipidemia, and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
    • Adipose tissue dysfunction in obesity contributes to systemic inflammation and endothelial dysfunction.
    • Cardiovascular complications associated with obesity include coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.

    Conclusions:

    • Obesity poses a substantial threat to cardiovascular health, necessitating targeted interventions.
    • Managing obesity is critical for reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases.
    • Continued research is needed to elucidate all pathways linking obesity to cardiovascular pathology.