Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Becomes the Leading Indication for Liver Transplant Registrants Among U.S. Adults Born Between 1945-1965

ConclusionIn 2016, NASH surpassed HCV as the leading indication for WL registration among the 1945-1965 birth cohort. Improved HCV screening, increased availability of effective HCV treatment, and rising prevalence of NAFLD may explain changes in LT indication among this group.
Source: Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research