Study methods: Adult patients who were taking GLP-1s and scheduled to receive anesthesia at 3 hospitals between June 30, 2023, and August 15, 2024, were evaluated via preoperative point-of-care gastric ultrasonography (GUS)
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Additionally, Metformin has been found to have protective effects on the body and musculoskeletal system, especially in females
However, lower systemic exposure from oral delivery is not automatically "safer," since under-dosed compounds may still carry unknown long-term risks without providing benefit
Type 1 Diabetes, Overweight, and Obesity The health changes associated with obesity and excess weight can have negative consequences for both short-term glucose management and long-term health
doi: 10.1001/jama.2016.7602