Women have a lower risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease but a higher risk of progression vs men: A systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Authors
    Balakrishnan M.; Patel P.; Dunn-Valadez S.; Dao C.; Khan V.; Ali H.; El-Serag L.; Hernaez R.; Sisson A.; Thrift A.P.; Liu Y.; El-Serag H.B.; Kanwal F.
  • Type
    Original Research
  • Journal
    Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Publication Date
    2020
  • Abstract

    The risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and its progression may differ between men and women. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the relationship between sex and NAFLD, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), and advanced NAFLD fibrosis.

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