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- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Dapagliflozin reduces IL-1B but does not improve cardiac fibrosis in T2D patients.
Last updated July 6, 2026
Key finding
Plasma IL-1B was reduced (−1.8 pg/mL, P = 0.003)
This study investigated the effects of dapagliflozin on cardiovascular outcomes in diabetic patients, revealing significant changes in plasma IL-1B and ketones.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Long-Term (1–5 y)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study investigated the effects of dapagliflozin on cardiovascular outcomes in diabetic patients, revealing significant changes in plasma IL-1B and ketones.
Clinical relevance
These findings suggest that dapagliflozin may provide cardiovascular benefits for diabetic patients by reducing inflammation and altering metabolic markers. Understanding these mechanisms could lead to better management strategies for diabetes-related cardiovascular risks.
Keep in mind
Limited to a specific population of diabetic patients. Short follow-up period of 12 months may not capture long-term effects. No significant changes in several cardiovascular metrics.
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Journal Reference
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Dennis DW, Anna VN, Daniel I, et al. Sodium glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors significantly improve cardiovascular outcomes in diabetic patients; however, the mechanism is unclear. Cardiovascular Diabetology. 2024;23:197. doi:10.1186/s12933-024-02294-z
Main Effects
Plasma IL-1B was reduced by −1.8 pg/mL (P = 0.003).
Plasma ketones increased by 0.26 mM (P = 0.0001).
PBMC maximal oxygen consumption rate did not change in the dapagliflozin group.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Dapagliflozin and Extracellular volume, Global myocardial strain, Plasma IL-1B, and 2 more.
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Primary intervention
Dapagliflozin
Primary outcomes
- Extracellular volume
- Global myocardial strain
- Plasma IL-1B
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 59
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Evidence pairs
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High relevance in at least one topic
Why it is useful
- Contributes to 5 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 1 direct semantic evidence topic
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Primary evidence
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Core evidence
Study findings
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Global myocardial strain
Dapagliflozin → Global myocardial strain
Dapagliflozin → Global myocardial strain
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerT2 relaxation time change
Dapagliflozin → T2 relaxation time change
Dapagliflozin → T2 relaxation time change
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- Dapagliflozin significantly reduced plasma IL-1B levels.
- Plasma ketones increased significantly with dapagliflozin treatment.
- PBMC maximal oxygen consumption rate decreased in the placebo group.
Who this applies to
- Adults with type 2 diabetes.
- Patients at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Keep in Mind
- Results may not be generalizable to non-diabetic populations.
- Further studies are needed to explore long-term effects.
- The study did not measure all potential cardiovascular outcomes.
Between the Lines
- Limited to a specific population of diabetic patients.
- Short follow-up period of 12 months may not capture long-term effects.
- No significant changes in several cardiovascular metrics.
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on SGLT2 Inhibitors and Extracellular volume, SGLT2 Inhibitors and Global myocardial strain.
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SGLT2 Inhibitors → Extracellular volume
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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SGLT2 Inhibitors → Global myocardial strain
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Does Dapagliflozin improve plasma il-1b?
Emerging Evidence
Dapagliflozin appears to improve plasma il-1b.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Plasma IL-1B
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Dapagliflozin improve plasma ketones?
Emerging Evidence
Dapagliflozin appears to improve plasma ketones.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Plasma ketones
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Dapagliflozin improve extracellular volume?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Dapagliflozin for extracellular volume.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Extracellular volume
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Dapagliflozin improve global myocardial strain?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Dapagliflozin for global myocardial strain.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Global myocardial strain
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
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