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Assessing the Renal Outcomes of Semaglutide in Diabetic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review.

Shuja Ur Rehman, Nikhil Deep Kolanu, Muhammad Muaz Mushtaq, Husnain Ali, Zeeshan Ahmed, Maham Mushtaq, Maryyam Liaqat, Muhammad Asad Sarwer, Syed Faqeer Hussain Bokhari, Fazeel Ahmed and 1 more

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Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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11 authors.

Shuja Ur RehmanInternal Medicine, Al-Saba Hospital, Sheikhupura, PAK.
Nikhil Deep KolanuInternal Medicine, China Medical Univesity, Shenyang, CHN.
Muhammad Muaz MushtaqMedicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Husnain AliMedicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Zeeshan AhmedMedicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Maham MushtaqMedicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Maryyam LiaqatInternal Medicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Muhammad Asad SarwerMedicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Syed Faqeer Hussain BokhariMedicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Fazeel AhmedInternal Medicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, PAK.
Danyal BakhtMedicine, Mayo Hospital, Lahore, PAK.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a prevalent microvascular complication of diabetes, posing a significant health burden. Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, has shown promise in mitigating renal outcomes in DKD. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the renal effects of semaglutide in individuals with DKD. A comprehensive literature search identified six eligible studies, including two case reports and four cohorts, from diverse geographic locations. The primary outcomes assessed were changes in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and albuminuria. Secondary outcomes included acute kidney injury (AKI) incidence and other renal biomarkers. The impact of semaglutide on eGFR was variable, with some studies reporting decreases and others showing improvements or no significant changes. Albuminuria, however, was more consistently reduced, particularly in patients with macroalbuminuria. Notably, the case reports described semaglutide-associated AKI, including acute interstitial nephritis, highlighting the need for careful monitoring during therapy. Beyond renal outcomes, semaglutide consistently improved glycemic control and promoted weight loss, with generally manageable gastrointestinal side effects. The findings suggest that semaglutide may effectively reduce albuminuria in DKD, potentially slowing disease progression. However, the risk of AKI and the variable impact on eGFR underscore the need for a personalized approach and vigilant monitoring, particularly in patients with advanced CKD. Future large-scale, long-term randomized controlled trials are warranted to definitively assess the renal benefits and risks of semaglutide in DKD.

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acute kidney injuryalbuminuriadiabetesdiabetic kidney diseaseglp-1 receptor agonistrenal protectionsemaglutide

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PMID39114239
PMCPMC11303570

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