To adjust for potential confounding, we used inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) based on propensity scores, a method that allows balancing without losing generalisability [17]
Routine monitoring of serum calcitonin or using thyroid ultrasound is of uncertain value for early detection of MTC in patients treated with WEGOVY [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
However, patients should be aware of the potential risks and should work closely with their healthcare providers to manage any symptoms that arise
Potential Risk of Thyroid Tumors Patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 are expected to be contraindicated based on the drugs structural similarity to existing GLP-1 agents
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