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Beyond MACE: Semaglutide Significantly Reduces Hospitalization Burden in Patients with Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease

MedXY Editorial Team•Dec 23, 2025•Cardiology
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The Semaglutide Effects on Cardiovascular Outcomes in People with Overweight or Obesity (SELECT) trial has previously established that semaglutide 2.4 mg reduces the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) by 20%. This new exploratory analysis expands those findings, focusing on the broader impact on healthcare utilization.

Key findings from the analysis include:

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