CASE DISCUSSION
Non Alcoholic Fatty liver Diseases: An Overview
Presented India by Dr Siddharth Dhande MDViews
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Case Description
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common liver disease worldwide, affecting up to 25% of the global population. The exact cause is unknown, but it is often associated with obesity, insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels. It is divided into two types:...
Case Summary
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as fat accumulation in the liver exceeding 5% of hepatocytes, in the absence of significant alcohol consumption (≤20g/day). It can be primary (NAFLD itself) or secondary to other conditions like hepatitis C or metabolic disorders.
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Dr Siddharth Dhande MD
Gastroenterologist Hepatologist and Interventional Endoscopist, MumbaiDisclosures
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