What markers will be monitored during treatment
Following gastric bypass, the rearrangement of the gastrointestinal tract leads to enhanced secretion of gut hormones, including GLP-1, which contributes to improved glycaemic control and reduced appetite
Continuous therapy allows you to maintain weight loss, preserve metabolic improvements, and avoid repeated cycles of deprivation followed by overeating
The flowchart in Figure 2 illustrates the cascade from obesity and T2D to HFpEF syndrome through inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, microvascular disease, and left ventricular (LV) stiffness, resulting in clinical outcomes such as dyspnea, reduced six-minute walk test (6MWT) distance, and increased hospitalizations
Another consideration is that semaglutide may slow down the digestive system, which can affect how efficiently the body absorbs nutrients and electrolytes
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