Research
Hormonal
Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 receptor agonists have similar effects on glycemic control.
Both treatment options can be considered for glycemic control in obese patients.
StrongQualifiesmedium confidence
Bariatric surgery still confers the highest reductions in weight and BMI but confers similar effects in glycemic control when compared with GLP‐1 receptor agonists.
Why this rating
The claim is supported by a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Source
Weight loss between glucagon‐like peptide‐1 receptor agonists and bariatric surgery in adults with obesity: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Shohinee Sarma et al. · Obesity · 2022
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