Stem cell reviews and reports

How GLP-1-like Drugs and Stem Cells Connect Metabolism and Tissue Repair

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Abstract

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1RAs) may influence stem cell populations and regeneration.

  • GLP1RAs are associated with effects on both embryonic and adult stem cell populations.
  • They may regulate key processes such as proliferation, survival, differentiation, and stemness.
  • Concerns exist regarding their long-term impact on progenitor cell balance and reproductive health.
  • Current evidence largely stems from preclinical studies, making clinical translation uncertain.
  • The relationship between GLP1 biology and regenerative medicine remains a developing area of investigation.

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