Correlation between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and diabetes.

Abstract

This article details the correlation between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) which is divided into two groups, namely; steatosis and steatohepatitis. The article emphasizes the association of NAFLD and metabolic syndromes such as diabetes which contribute to increased risk of liver fibrosis and coronary artery disease. The identification of high risk patients to liver fibrosis and the current managements for those with NAFLD were also reviewed.