Abstract
Glucagon-like peptide (GLP)-1 receptor agonists enhance insulin secretion and may improve pancreatic islet cell function. However, GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist treatment may have more complex, and sometimes deleterious, effects on beta cells. We discuss the concepts of beta cell protection versus exhaustion for different GLP-1R agonists based on recent data.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 442-5 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | TRENDS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISM |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 2016 |