glp-1 after thyroidectomy Overscreening of patients on glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists: A second “epidemic” of thyroid cancer overdiagnosis? GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Thyroid
Description
In the vast majority of cases, yes
ACS Med Chem Lett 4: 790794, 2013
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are proving effective in a variety of applications beyond managing diabetes and weight loss
Routine measurement of serum calcitonin levels or thyroid ultrasound screening before starting GLP-1 therapy is not recommended in asymptomatic patients without specific risk factors
Medicare does not cover weight loss medications, though some Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans do
They should only be used under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider
