The rate of weight loss also influences outcomesgenerally, more gradual weight reduction (approximately 1-2 pounds weekly) may help preserve lean mass
What early changes in bone microarchitecture or turnover are you hoping to observe during this pilot phase
American Society of Anesthesiologists Consensus-Based Guidance on Preoperative Management of Patients (Adults and Children) on Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Receptor Agonists
e Information collected at screening on comorbidities was based on medical history and included: type 2 diabetes (STEP 2 only), dyslipidaemia, hypertension, coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, obstructive sleep apnoea, impaired glucose metabolism (not included for STEP 2), reproductive system disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, osteoarthritis, gout, thyroid disease (STEP 3 only) and asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease