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GLP 1 receptor agonists anti inflammatory plaque effects beyond weight loss

April 6, 2026Farouc Jaffer MD PhD

Farouc Jaffer argues GLP-1 receptor agonists reduce systemic and atherosclerosis inflammation and major adverse cardiovascular events independent of diabetes or obesity, citing serial intravascular imaging findings with liraglutide.

Beyond glucose and weight loss: GLP-1 RAs reduce systemic inflammation, atherosclerosis inflammation and progression, and MACE —independent of diabetes or obesity
Using serial intravascular NIRF-OCT inflammation and IVUS imaging, liraglutide reduced plaque
Farouc Jaffer MD PhD
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