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ReviewDiabetes therapy : research, treatment and education of diabetes and related disorders2026

Developing a Comprehensive Approach for Managing Cardiorenal Metabolic Diseases (CRMD) in Saudi Arabia: Thinking beyond Single Disease-Literature Review and Multidisciplinary Consensus Report.

Abdulrahman Alshaikh, Ali Alshehri, Lamya Alzubaidi, Hussein Elbadawi, Abdulghani Alsaeed, Mohammed Almehthel, Raed Aldahash, Fahad Alsabaan, Metib Alotaibi, Khalid Alghamdi and 5 more

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Abdulrahman AlshaikhDr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Ali AlshehriKing Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Lamya AlzubaidiMinistry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Hussein ElbadawiMy Clinic, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulghani AlsaeedPrince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammed AlmehthelKing Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Raed AldahashKing Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Fahad AlsabaanSecurity Forces Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Metib AlotaibiKing Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Khalid AlghamdiKing Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Hussein AlamriPrince Sultan Cardiac Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulmohsen BakhshKing Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Marc EvansDiabetes and Endocrinology, University Hospital Llandough, Cardiff, Wales, UK.
Emad R IssakAlsalam Centre, Cairo, Egypt. dr.emad.r.h.issak@gmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4150-649X
Saud AlsifriAl Hada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif, Saudi Arabia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Cardiorenal metabolic disease (CRMD) encompasses a cluster of interrelated conditions-including obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), cardiovascular disease (CVD), chronic kidney disease (CKD), and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)-that share common pathophysiologic pathways and amplify morbidity and mortality risks. Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, has demonstrated robust evidence across randomized controlled trials and real-world studies in improving glycemic control (mean glycated hemoglobin [HbA1c] reduction of 1.0-1.5%), inducing sustained weight loss (average 10-15%), and reducing major adverse cardiovascular events (by 26% in SUSTAIN-6 and 20% in SELECT). Its potential renal and hepatic benefits, including slower estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) decline and reduction in liver fat content, highlight its suitability for integrated CRMD management. This consensus report was developed through a structured, multiphase Delphi process involving endocrinologists, cardiologists, nephrologists, hepatologists, and public health experts from across Saudi Arabia. A comprehensive literature search (PubMed, Scopus, and Saudi Digital Library [2016-2024]) prioritized high-quality evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs), systematic reviews, and regional data. The panel reached consensus on key recommendations: (1) early identification and holistic management are critical for effective CRMD control; (2) adults at risk should undergo systematic screening for metabolic, cardiovascular, renal, hepatic, and cognitive complications; and (3) semaglutide should be positioned as a cornerstone therapy given its multiorgan benefits and favorable safety profile. Implementation strategies emphasize the careful selection of patients, individualized dosing, patient education, and integration into national pathways. In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, incorporating semaglutide into CRMD management, supported by provider training, multidisciplinary care models, and cost-effectiveness analyses, can significantly reduce the national burden of metabolic disease and CVD.

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Cardiovascular diseases/prevention and controlGlucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists/therapeutic useHeart failure, diastolic/therapyObesity/drug therapySemaglutide

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