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The genetic backgrounds in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Clinical journal of gastroenterology - 1 Apr 2018
Seko Yuya, Yamaguchi Kanji, Itoh Yoshito
Abstract excerpt
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most prevalent chronic liver disease worldwide. Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a severe form of NAFLD, can lead to hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and hepatic failure. The development and progression of NAFLD are determined by environmental and genetic factors. The effect of genetic factors has been demonstrated by familial studies, twin studies and several...
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