Obesity has a rising prevalence in developing and developed nations. According to WHO, 39% of the world population over the age of 18 is overweight, with 13% of them being obese. Obesity is closely associated with cardiovascular problems, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and sleep disturbances. Obesity, like other cardiovascular risk factors, contributes to the development of cardiovascular disease and related mortality. Imaging methods for evaluating body composition, particularly visceral adiposity, have also advanced significantly.
Excess visceral adiposity has been linked to worse cardiovascular outcomes in studies that measure fat depots, including ectopic fat. To know more about obesity and its association with cardiovascular diseases, we have organized an interactive webinar in association with CMS by Dr. Ravi Gupta and Dr. Ramen Goel , where they will share their…
