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Impact of Diabetes and Obesity on Early Rhythm Control Outcomes in Atrial Fibrillation: Insights from the EAST-AFNET 4 Trial

MedXY Editorial Team•Oct 7, 2025•Cardiology
atrial fibrillationdiabetesearly rhythm controlobesity

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  • Early rhythm control therapy significantly reduces cardiovascular events in patients with early atrial fibrillation.
  • Diabetes and obesity do not diminish the benefits or safety of early rhythm control therapy in this population.
  • Patients with obesity and diabetes presented with higher cardiovascular risk profiles but still benefited similarly from intervention compared to those without these conditions.

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