Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	118659
Country	China

Category	Endocrinology & Metabolism
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Cohort Study
Article Title	Impact of semaglutide with sleeve gastrectomy on blood glucose control and metabolism in obese type 2 diabetics
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Jin-Ping Li, Lei Wang, Li Dong and Chun Bai
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Corresponding Author	Chun Bai, Chief Physician, Department of Breast Oncology, Huangshi Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei Polytechnic University, No. 141 Tianjin Road, Huangshigang District, Huangshi 435002, Hubei Province, China. baichun591269224@163.com
Key Words	Sleeve gastrectomy; Semaglutide; Obesity; Type 2 diabetes mellitus; Blood glucose control rate; Metabolic parameters
Core Tip	This retrospective cohort study in Chinese patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus found that adding semaglutide after sleeve gastrectomy, compared to surgery alone, significantly improved short-term diabetes remission and metabolic indicators (glucose, lipids, weight, islet function) without extra safety risks. The results demonstrate synergy between surgery and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist therapy, supporting an integrated “surgery plus postoperative drug intensification” model to address suboptimal or declining long-term outcomes. This offers an evidence-based treatment intensification option for optimizing management in clinical practice.
Citation	Li JP, Wang L, Dong L, Bai C. Impact of semaglutide with sleeve gastrectomy on blood glucose control and metabolism in obese type 2 diabetics. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2026-01-23 09:37
Peer-Review Started	2026-01-23 09:37
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-30 08:52
Return for Revision	2026-01-30 08:52
Revised	2026-02-06 08:46
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-02-13 05:28
Second Decision by Editor	2026-04-10 02:46
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Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-10 05:26
Articles in Press	2026-04-10 05:26
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