Effect of Liraglutide on Fat Mass Percentage Among Overweight and Obese Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review
Alanoud Aladel,
Jamilah Aljaouni,
Reem Basaad
Abstract:Background
Obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are two global public health problems. Liraglutide, a glucagon-like peptide 1 analogue (GLP-1), is considered an effective option for weight loss. Hence, it is meaningful to understand the impact of GLP-1 therapy on body composition, particularly fat mass percentage (%), in determining health risks associated with obesity. The current meta-analysis and systematic review aimed to appraise and summarize available studies regarding the efficacy o… Show more
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