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- ISSN: 1574-8871
- E-ISSN: 1876-1038
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Metabolic Features of Alcoholic Liver Disease
- Source: Reviews on Recent Clinical Trials, Volume 11, Issue 3, Sep 2016, p. 220 - 226
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- 01 Sep 2016
Abstract
Background: Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD) can be defined as the hepatic manifestations caused by excessive alcohol intake. ALD comprises a spectrum from simple steatosis to cirrhosis. Objective: To review diverse clinical and metabolic characteristics and their impact in ALD. Conclusion: The concurrence of metabolic alterations, including obesity and diabetes, and alcohol consumption increase the risk of liver injury and also the morbidity and mortality associated with chronic liver disease.
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