Sex based disparities in hospitalization and readmission outcomes for complete atrioventricular block: Insights from United States readmission data

Abstract Background: Sex disparities in cardiovascular disorders are well‐documented, but data on hospitalization and readmission outcomes in the context of sex for Complete Heart Block (CHB) remains limited. Methods: We analyzed the 2016–2020 Nationwide Readmission Database to identify patients with a principal diagnosis of CHB. Men served as the control group, while women comprised the study cohort. The primary outcome was mortality. Secondary outcomes included odds of cardiac arrest, ventricular tachycardia, heart failure, mechanical ventilation use, all‐cause 30‐day readmission, total