Research Article Details

Article ID: A24587
PMID: 22720278
Source: Can J Gastroenterol
Title: Current treatment options for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis.
Abstract: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is the leading cause of liver disease in western society. It is a cause of end-stage liver disease, with increased mortality secondary to cirrhosis and its complications. It is also recognized that cardiovascular disease is a significant cause of death in these patients. Significant work evaluating various treatments has been performed in recent years; however, to date, no ideal therapy exists. Lifestyle modification remains the cornerstone of management. The present article reviews the current status of various treatment modalities evaluated in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
DOI: 10.1155/2012/725468