Popular Weight-Loss drugs may change Pre-Surgery fasting rules
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This study looks at how GLP-1 receptor agonists (like Ozempic or Wegovy) affect how fast the stomach empties before surgery. These drugs are used for weight loss and diabetes, but they slow stomach emptying, which could raise the risk of food or liquid entering the lungs during a…
Sponsor: Wael Saasouh, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC