Endocrinology

Incretin analogues, an oral glucose formulation that targets endogenous nutrient-sensing pathways and a cannabinoid receptor 1 antagonist are in the new mix.

In a head-to-head real world study, tirzepatide compared with semaglutide resulted in 42%, 20%, and 46% reduced risks for all-cause mortality and major adverse CV and renal events, respectively.

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Finerenone treatment achieved a statistically significant reduction in a composite endpoint of CV death and HF events in a population not limited to CKD in T2D, Bayer announced.

New study findings suggest that in older adults stable HbA1c within individualized target ranges over time may help reduce risk of Alzheimer disease and other dementias.

Tirzepatide reduced the risk of severe heart failure outcomes by 38% and drove weight loss of 15.7% in adults with HFpEF and obesity, with and without T2D..

Lack of dosing experience and errors with converting measurement units may lead to overdosing, the agency reported.

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Hypoglycemia unawareness increased over time with use of sulfonylureas but decreased with use of insulin over the same period, a new study found.

Based on guidance from the American Society of Preventive Cardiology, this topline summarizes risk factors and interventions to reduce the risk of major adverse CV events.

The significant rise in new GLP-1 RA prescriptions between 2011 and 2023 saw a doubling in the proportion written for obesity and a decline in those for T2D.

Adherence to Mediterranean diet-based interventions was associated with reductions in BP, triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL-C, as well as increases in HDL-C among children and adolescents.

Results from secondary analysis suggest future work is needed to extend the prevention intervention to address additional chronic conditions and substance use.

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The antigen-specific immunotherapy preserves endogenous insulin production via intralymphatic injection of recombinant GAD65 protein, according to Diamyd Medical.

Adiposity before age 60 to 64 years, beginning as early as age 20 years, was associated with adverse cardiac structure and function not explained by current BMI.

The oral GLP-1 RA was associated with weight loss of 7.3% in just 4 weeks and is designed with unique properties that will enhance multiple outcomes, Roche said.

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In the mouse model of type 1 diabetes, a combined harmine/exendin-4 therapy resulted in an up to 7-fold increase in β cell numbers over 3 months, reported investigators.

Findings from the large meta-analysis provide strong support for use of both classes to reduce CV and renal disease in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Long-term risk of death decreased by 26% and risk for vascular complications decreased by 40% in persons who remained diabetes-free for 4 years, according to new data.

The agency is concerned about manufacturing processes involved in production and about the proposed indication for adults with type 1 diabetes.

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Tirzepatide-treated participants were 3 times more likely than those treated with semaglutide to reach weight loss of 15% or greater, the head-to-head study found.

GLP-1RAs were associated with a significantly reduced risk of obesity-associated cancers including gallbladder cancer, pancreatic cancer, and meningioma.

The preserved bone mass observed in participants taking liraglutide and exercising was seen despite weight reduction levels similar to outcomes with semaglutide and tirzepatide.

The international statement targets primary care clinicians and endocrinologists with detailed guidance on monitoring disease progression and providing education.

The risk for developing CVD and T2D was highest among individuals who frequently experienced the behavior in the workplace, according to new study.