Recent advances in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

O Cheung, AJ Sanyal - Current opinion in gastroenterology, 2010 - journals.lww.com
O Cheung, AJ Sanyal
Current opinion in gastroenterology, 2010journals.lww.com
The underlying mechanism and pathogenesis of NAFLD remain elusive despite ongoing
researches to make significant advances in the understanding of its natural history,
pathogenesis and management. Pharmacotherapy has yet to indicate a promising
therapeutic intervention. Current treatment focuses on managing underlying cardio-
metabolic risks.
Summary
The underlying mechanism and pathogenesis of NAFLD remain elusive despite ongoing researches to make significant advances in the understanding of its natural history, pathogenesis and management. Pharmacotherapy has yet to indicate a promising therapeutic intervention. Current treatment focuses on managing underlying cardio-metabolic risks.
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