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Baseline features predict exenatide efficacy in type 2 diabetes

Última actualización 18 de julio de 2026

Key finding

HbA1c decreased significantly from baseline in responders.

This study evaluated how baseline characteristics and metabolomic features can predict the effectiveness of exenatide in lowering glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Extended (5–20+ y)

Risk of bias

Some Concerns

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Study focus

This study evaluated how baseline characteristics and metabolomic features can predict the effectiveness of exenatide in lowering glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Clinical relevance

Understanding which patients are likely to benefit from exenatide can help clinicians tailor diabetes treatment more effectively. By identifying responders based on baseline characteristics and metabolomic profiles, healthcare providers can optimize management strategies for T2DM, potentially improving patient outcomes.

Keep in mind

The study included only one intervention arm, limiting comparative analysis. Results may not be generalizable to all T2DM populations. Potential confounding factors were not fully addressed.

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Yunyi L, Jin Y, Qi W, et al. Combination of baseline characteristics and metabolomic features predicts glucose-lowering efficacy of exenatide in T2DM. Metabolism Open. 2026;29:100453. doi:10.1016/j.metop.2026.100453

Efectos Principales

HbA1c decreased by 1.54% (p=0.001) in responders.

Fasting plasma glucose decreased by 1.79 mmol/L (p=0.001) in responders.

Body weight decreased by 2.1 kg (p=0.001) in responders.

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Exenatide and Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), BMI, Body weight, and 7 more.

Primary intervention

Exenatide

Primary outcomes

  • Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
  • BMI
  • Body weight

Evidence relationships

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Relationships
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Evidence topics
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 72

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Related topics

10

Evidence pairs

791

Related studies

High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 10 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics

Topic contributions

Evidence topic

Contributes evidence

Evidence topic

Contributes evidence

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Contributes evidence

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Evidencia principal

Relación de evidencia

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and HbA1c

Evidencia relacionada

Relación de evidencia

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Body Weight

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Relación de evidencia

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Body Mass Index

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Core evidence

Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)

Exenatide → Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)

Exenatide → Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
25
Negative
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
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BMI

Exenatide → BMI

Exenatide → BMI

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Body weight

Exenatide → Body weight

Exenatide → Body weight

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Change in Aspartate Aminotransferase Levels

Exenatide → Change in Aspartate Aminotransferase Levels

Exenatide → Change in Aspartate Aminotransferase Levels

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Exenatide → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Exenatide → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Glucose iAUC (OGTT)

Exenatide → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)

Exenatide → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

HbA1c

Exenatide → HbA1c

Exenatide → HbA1c

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

HDL cholesterol

Exenatide → HDL cholesterol

Exenatide → HDL cholesterol

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Triglycerides

Exenatide → Triglycerides

Exenatide → Triglycerides

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Uric Acid

Exenatide → Uric Acid

Exenatide → Uric Acid

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

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evidence suggest

La Evidencia Sugiere

  • HbA1c levels significantly decreased by 1.54% in responders.
  • Fasting plasma glucose levels decreased by 1.79 mmol/L.
  • Body weight decreased by 2.1 kg in responders.
who this applies

A quién se aplica

  • Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Patients who are candidates for exenatide treatment.
keep in mind

Tener en Cuenta

  • The study's findings are based on a specific population and may not apply universally.
  • Variability in response to treatment suggests the need for personalized approaches.
  • Further research is needed to confirm these findings in larger, diverse populations.
between the lines

Entre Líneas

  • The study included only one intervention arm, limiting comparative analysis.
  • Results may not be generalizable to all T2DM populations.
  • Potential confounding factors were not fully addressed.

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Connected Evidence

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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.

This study contributes to evidence on GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Adipokine and Angiogenic Markers, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Change in Aspartate Aminotransferase Levels.

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Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists improve HbA1c?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists appears to improve HbA1c.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    HbA1c

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 29 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
29 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists affect body weight?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists appears to improve Body Weight.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Body weight

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 30 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
30 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists affect body mass index?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists may improve Body Mass Index.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    BMI

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 15 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
15 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists improve fasting glucose?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists may improve Fasting Glucose.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 11 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
11 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026
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