What bariatric surgery can teach us about glucagon-like peptide-1 agonist weight loss therapy: Improving long-term outcomes and patient care

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World J Clin Cases. Jul 16, 2026; 14(20): 121701
Published online Jul 16, 2026. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.121701

Table 1 Checklist for consideration by healthcare professionals before prescribing weight loss medications

Pre-prescription checklist: Weight loss medications
Rule out eating disorders or major psychological issues
Education about healthy diet and muscle mass preservation exercise
Consideration regarding micronutrient deficiencies and supplementation
Counselling on alcohol use
Setting realistic patient expectations
Consideration regarding increased risk of gallstones

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Citation: Tan ASH, Saafan TSM, Ashoush F, Mahawar K. What bariatric surgery can teach us about glucagon-like peptide-1 agonist weight loss therapy: Improving long-term outcomes and patient care. World J Clin Cases 2026; 14(20): 121701
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2307-8960/full/v14/i20/121701.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.12998/wjcc.121701