Pragmatic Weight Management Program for Patients With Obesity and Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction.

ABSTRACT: Background Obesity is associated with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Weight loss can improve exercise capacity in HFpEF. However, previously reported methods of weight loss are impractical for widespread clinical implementation. We tested the hypothesis that an intensive lifestyle modification program would lead to relevant weight loss and improvement in functional status in patients with HFpEF and obesity. Methods and Results Patients with ejection fraction >45%, at least 1 objective criteria for HFpEF, and body mass index ≥30 kg/m² were offered enrollment in an established 15-week weight management program that included weekly visits for counseling, weight checks, and provision of meal replacements. At baseline, 15 weeks, and 26 weeks, Minnesota Living

SUBMITTER: El Hajj EC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8751835 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature