Liver Diseases & Hepatology

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

NAFLD is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of excess fat in the liver of individuals who consume little to no alcohol. It is considered one of the most common liver disorders worldwide. NAFLD encompasses a spectrum of liver conditions ranging from simple fat accumulation in the liver (steatosis) to more severe inflammation and liver cell damage (non-alcoholic steatohepatitis or NASH), which can progress to fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even liver failure in some cases. NAFLD is closely associated with obesity, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes.