Studies

BACKGROUND: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonists have recently been suggested as effective therapies to treat or reduce the risk of developing secondary lymphedema in patients with obesity; however, it is unknown whether the observed im…

Background Incretin-based therapies have emerged as effective strategies for obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) management. Semaglutide and tirzepatide are among the most promising agents. Real-world data in Bangladesh on their efficacy, lif…

A patient in their early 20s with a complex psychiatric and medical history presented with severe electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, and progressive functional decline. After initial stabilisation, the patient developed recurrent episodes of hypoten…

: Semaglutide is a Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and weight management. While its clinical benefits are well established, concerns have emerged over off-label use, underrep…

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) represent one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in patients with diabetes. However, a correct and effective glycaemic control obtained by pharmacologic interventions, such as the use the novel glucose-low…

BACKGROUND: Substance use disorders (SUDs) remain a major global health challenge with limited pharmacological treatment options and high relapse rates. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), originally developed for type 2 diabetes an…

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the clinical efficacy and lipid metabolism impact of intensified treatment with degludec-aspart dual insulin combined with semaglutide in patients with type 2 diabetes. METHODS: A systematic comparison and analysis were conduct…

BACKGROUND: Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) have a high-risk condition of developing cardiovascular disease, and therefore, therapeutic strategies should consider cardiovascular risk reduction. Previously, we demonstrated that circulati…

Living donor liver transplant has recently become increasingly important as a solution to the shortage of deceased donor livers. The success of adult-to-adult living donor liver transplant depends on achievement of an appropriate graft-to-recipient w…

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), including semaglutide (Wegovy®), are increasingly used for weight management in both adult and pediatric populations. Their mechanism of delayed gastric emptying raises concern for aspiration dur…

PURPOSE: Obesity remains a significant public health issue in the Western world, affecting millions of Americans and contributing to chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. In June 2021, the Food and Drug Administration approved semaglu…

:and, two species traditionally used in Cameroon, are recognized for their weight-reducing potential. This study examined the effects of standardized extracts of these botanicals on glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), and…

BACKGROUND: Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a major microvascular complication of diabetes, often progressing silently and leading to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) and cardiovascular morbidity. Early identification and risk-adapted intervention ar…

IMPORTANCE: Patients who have undergone bariatric surgery have an elevated risk for alcohol use disorder (AUD). Incretin-based therapies (IBTs) may be associated with reward pathways in addition to weight loss. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether IBT afte…

BACKGROUND: Glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists like semaglutide are effective treatments for obesity. High costs may create economic barriers. This study examines the association between income and prescriptions for semaglutide for weight loss. METHODS…