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Excessive alcohol consumption in young people is a major public health problem worldwide. Whether alcohol consumption early in life is associated with later development of severe liver disease is uncertain. In this issue of the Journal, Hagstr öm et al. used data on alcohol consumption at conscription to military service from 43,296 men (18–20 years) in Sweden during the late 60s. During a mean follow-up of 38 years, 383 men developed severe liver disease. Alcohol consumption in people between 18 and 20 years old was associated w ith an increased risk of development of severe liver disease in a dose-response pattern.
Source: Journal of Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tags: Editorial Desk Source Type: research