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The obesity paradigm and outcome after STEMI: good news for all patients with overweight and moderate obesity

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  • Wolfram Doehner

  • October 16, 2025

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    Obesity is a significant public health challenge, with rising rates impacting individual and systemic health outcomes.

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    The study by Schmucker et al. analyzed over 11,000 STEMI patients, revealing a notable increase in obesity, especially among younger women.

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    Patients with severe obesity had higher mortality rates, but overweight and mildly obese patients showed lower mortality than normal-weight individuals.

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    The findings support a U-shaped relationship between BMI and mortality, suggesting overweight and mild obesity may confer a survival advantage post-STEMI.

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    A differentiated approach to body weight management is necessary, distinguishing between primary and secondary prevention strategies.

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The obesity paradigm and outcome after STEMI: good news for all patients with overweight and moderate obesity

  • by Wolfram Doehner

  • October 16, 2025

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