Prevalence and self-reported medical history of overweight in a cardiac stress testing population.

Objectives: To determine the prevalence of overweight in a cardiac stress testing population, and the percentage of subjects who indicate a history of overweight.

Methods: A total of 251 consecutive subjects presenting for cardiac stress testing in a 450-bed community hospital from June to September 2010 were asked to complete a survey booklet. The survey included all patients presenting for stress testing, regardless of indication.