Psychologists at Baylor College of Medicine describe this phase as a transfer of ownership
These medications work by mimicking the glucagon-like peptide-1 hormone, which regulates appetite and blood sugar levels
These medications are typically prescribed to adults with obesity or weight-related health conditions and are used alongside nutrition, physical activity, and clinical monitoring
These surgeries frequently involve patients with obesity and metabolic disease, who are most likely to be prescribed GLP-1 medications. At the studys conclusion, researchers found that use of GLP-1 and semaglutide was correlated with significantly lower chances for postoperative emergency department visits, without an increased surgical risk
This risk should be carefully monitored, and medication doses may need adjustment
Hannan MA, Haque MN, Mohibbullah M, Dash R, Hong YK, Moon IS