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Intervention with Therapeutic Agents, Understanding the Path to Remission to Type 2 Diabetes: Part 2.

Authors :
Hao S
Umpierrez GE
Vellanki P
Source :
Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America [Endocrinol Metab Clin North Am] 2023 Mar; Vol. 52 (1), pp. 39-47. Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Nov 18.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Type 2 diabetes is characterized by progressive decline in pancreatic β-cell function. Newer agents, such as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) and dual incretin agonists, can augment β-cell function and delay the need for additional antihyperglycemics. However, the effect on β-cell function ceases after stopping the medications. When combined with intensive lifestyle modifications, higher doses of GLP-1RA than those used for diabetes treatment can be used to induce weight loss. More research is needed on whether the weight loss achieved with GLP1-RA can be sustained after stopping medication and in turn can sustain diabetes remission.<br />Competing Interests: Disclosure S. Hao and P. Vellanki have no disclosures. G.E. Umpierrez has received unrestricted support for research studies (to Emory University) from AstraZeneca and Dexcom.<br /> (Copyright © 2022 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1558-4410
Volume :
52
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
36754496
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecl.2022.07.004