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After 6 months of oral semaglutide treatment, 32 people with type 2 diabetes had lower liver enzyme levels, indicating improved liver health.

Scientific Claim

In 32 adults with type 2 diabetes, oral semaglutide use over 26 weeks was associated with a 17.4% reduction in ALT levels (from 28.7 to 23.7 IU/L) at 6 months.

Original Statement

ALT levels were found to be significantly lower than baseline after 6 months of therapy ( Table 3 ).

Evidence Quality Assessment

Claim Status

appropriately stated

Study Design Support

Design supports claim

Appropriate Language Strength

association

Can only show association/correlation

Assessment Explanation

The study is observational with no control group, so causation cannot be established. The use of 'associated with' correctly reflects the evidence.

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