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ea0032p478 | Diabetes | ECE2013

Perioperative liraglutide therapy for orthopedic patients with T2DM

Kaneko Shizuka , Katagiri Naoko , Tahara Yumiko , Sato Yuichi , Tashima Masao , Hamano Kumiko

Introduction: Diabetic patients with limited exercise during orthopedic perioperative period tend to gain weight, and their glycemic control frequently deteriorates. However, temporary insulin therapy has a risk of hypoglycemia. To investigate the efficacy and safety of perioperative liraglutide therapy, we performed a retrospective case analysis.Research design and methods: Twenty one Japanese patients with T2DM (male/female; 9/12, Age; 68.2±14.7 y...