Effects of obesity on arrhythmic events and survival in patients with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator

Background Studies have shown that increased body weight and obesity may be associated with an increased risk of arrhythmic events. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of obesity on the risk of arrhythmic events, hospitalization, and death in patients who received implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) therapy for primary or secondary prevention. Material and Methods A single-center, prospective, observational study was conducted. Patients with body mass index (BMI)