Does nonalcoholic fatty liver disease cause cardiovascular disease? Current knowledge and gaps
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is highly prevalent and includes a spectrum of abnormalities ranging from steatosis to cirrhosis. In this review, we address recent evidence and limitations of studies that evaluated the association of NAFLD with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. NAFLD is considered an ectopic fat deposit associated with metabolic (insulin resistance, hyperglycemia and dyslipidemia), inflammatory, coagulation and blood pressure disturbances. Prospective studies have associated NAFLD presence and severity, particularly steatohepatitis and fibrosis, with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Source: Atherosclerosis - Category: Cardiology Authors: Raul D. Santos, Luca Valenti, Stefano Romeo Tags: Review article Source Type: research
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