Article
Exploring the role of genetic variations in NAFLD: implications for disease pathogenesis and precision medicine approaches.
European journal of medical research - 20 Mar 2024
Mahmoudi Seyedeh Kosar, Tarzemani Shadi, Aghajanzadeh Taha, Kasravi Mohammadreza, Hatami Behzad, Zali Mohammad Reza, Baghaei Kaveh
Abstract excerpt
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is one of the leading causes of chronic liver diseases, affecting more than one-quarter of people worldwide. Hepatic steatosis can progress to more severe forms of NAFLD, including NASH and cirrhosis. It also may develop secondary diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Genetic and environmental factors regulate NAFLD incidence and progression, making it a...
Topics
- Humans
- Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Precision Medicine
- Genetic Variation