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Peri-operative glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist use and outcomes: a national prospective multicentre cohort study.
Anaesthesia·September 16, 2026·PMID 42748560
Why it mattersGLP-1 receptor agonists are increasingly common, and their delayed gastric emptying raises aspiration risk during anaesthesia. This study quantifies that risk in a large real-world cohort and highlights inconsistent peri-operative management, informing airway and fasting decisions.
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