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GLP-1 receptor agonists plus progestins and endometrial cancer risk in nonmalignant uterine diseases

JAMA Network Open

Peer-Reviewed Publication

JAMA Network

About The Study: In this cohort study of women with benign uterine pathology or endometrial hyperplasia, combined glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) and progestin was associated with reduced endometrial cancer risk. Further investigation is warranted to assess its applicability and underlying mechanisms.

Corresponding Authors: To contact the corresponding authors, email Edward J. Tanner, MD, MBA, (etanner4@jh.edu) and James Cheng-Chung Wei, MD, PhD, (jccwei@gmail.com).

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(doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.58205)

Editor’s Note: Please see the article for additional information, including other authors, author contributions and affiliations, conflict of interest and financial disclosures, and funding and support.

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