Annals of internal medicine

Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists and Risk of Front Eye Nerve Damage: A Nationwide Study

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Abstract

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) could be linked to nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).

  • Concerns have been raised regarding the safety of GLP-1RAs in relation to NAION.
  • NAION is a condition that affects blood flow to the optic nerve, potentially leading to vision loss.
  • The relationship between GLP-1RAs and NAION remains a subject of investigation and requires further study.

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