Safety and efficacy of glucagon‐like peptide‐1 (GLP‐1) receptor agonists in patients with weight regain or insufficient weight loss after metabolic bariatric surgery: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Aug 12, 2024Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity

Safety and effectiveness of GLP-1 drugs for patients who regain weight or don’t lose enough after weight-loss surgery

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Abstract

The mean weight loss observed was 7.02 kg after treatment with GLP-1 receptor agonists for ≤ 6 months.

  • Liraglutide and semaglutide were administered at maximum doses of 3 mg per day and 1 mg once weekly, respectively.
  • Weight loss and body mass index reductions were noted at different treatment durations, with the greatest loss occurring in the first 6 months.
  • Weekly semaglutide resulted in a mean weight loss that was 4.15 kg greater than that achieved with daily liraglutide.
  • Common side effects included nausea (19.1%), constipation (8.6%), abdominal pain (3.7%), and vomiting (2.4%).
  • GLP-1 receptor agonists are associated with effective management of weight regain and insufficient weight loss after metabolic bariatric surgery.

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