Diabetes research and clinical practice

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor drugs and new cases of irregular heartbeat in adults with diabetes or obesity

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Abstract

The association between glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) and new-onset atrial fibrillation (AF) in adults with diabetes or obesity is unclear.

  • GLP-1RAs are known to improve cardiometabolic outcomes in type 2 diabetes and obesity.
  • The potential link between GLP-1RA use and the risk of developing new-onset atrial fibrillation is still uncertain.
  • Understanding this association could help clarify the safety profile of GLP-1RAs in these populations.

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Declaration of competing interest Dr. Weng reports a one-time focus group participation with Novo Nordisk, unrelated to the submitted work. All other authors declare no competing interests.
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