Diabetes drugs may melt heart fat, study suggests

NCT ID NCT03498001

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looked at whether GLP-1 agonists (a type of diabetes medication) can reduce fat buildup in the heart muscle of people with type 2 diabetes. The researchers used MRI scans to measure heart fat levels before and after 6 months of treatment. The goal was to see if these drugs could help protect the heart beyond just controlling blood sugar.

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Locations

  • Chu Dijon Bourgogne

    Dijon, 21000, France

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