Performance of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors in cardiovascular disease
Jacinthe Khater,
Sara Malakouti,
Antoine El Khoury
et al.
Abstract:Aims
The use of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) as a new class of drug in treating type 2 diabetes has expanded beyond its original framework. Positive results have been achieved in reducing symptoms in patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD). The aim of this article is to present an in-depth review of the basic principles of this class of medications and how it has brought benefits to patients affected particularly by heart failure.
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