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Effects of GLP-1 receptor therapy on bone health in adults with overweight or obesity

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Abstract

A systematic review of eight randomized controlled trials (n = 493) reveals insufficient evidence to establish the skeletal effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs).

  • The review evaluated the effects of four different GLP-1 receptor agonists on bone mineral density using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry.
  • Findings were reported separately for each agent due to significant differences in their weight-lowering potency.
  • The evidence regarding skeletal effects is sparse for each GLP-1 receptor agonist.
  • Current data do not support definitive conclusions about the impact of GLP-1 RA therapy on bone health.

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