Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is NAFLD
A
3 states which lead to each other:
Steatosis –> Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis –> cirrhosis
2
Q
What metabolic conditions is it associated with
A
DM
Obesity
Hypertriglyceridemia
Hypertension
3
Q
Diagnosis
A
AST / ALF ratio Platelets Albumin ELF test USS, CT, MRI Liver biopsy
4
Q
Treatment
A
Diet and exercise for weight loss Vitamin E Insulin sensitisers Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 analogues Weight reduction surgery
