Do GLP1-based weight management/diabetes medications need to be held before anesthesia or sedation? Updated guidance

Much controversy exists as to whether, when, in whom, or for how long GLP1 based medications should be held prior to receiving anesthesia or sedation for surgery or procedures like colonoscopy. Check out this new guidance just published - find out what is new and different from prior guidance in 2024. Learn more: https://drsue.ca/2025/01/do-glp1-based-weight-management-diabetes-medications-need-to-be-held-before-anesthesia-or-sedation-updated-guidance/Any medical discussion on this podcast is intended to be of a general nature only, and is intended for a Canadian audience. This podcast is not designed to give specific medical advice to patients, nor to their health care providers. If you have a medical problem you should consult your own physician for advice specific to your own situation. Postings on this podcast represent the personal opinions of Dr. Sue Pedersen. They are not representative of, nor endorsed by, Alberta Health Services. This podcast is intended for the Canadian general public as well as Canadian allied health professionals.

There are no comments yet.

Please log in to write the first comment.