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Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver in Adolescents: A Worrisome Convergence.

Authors :
Nobili, Valerio
Pinzani, Massimo
Source :
Alcohol & Alcoholism. Sep/Oct2011, Vol. 46 Issue 5, p627-629. 3p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article focuses on the relationship of liver damage with alcohol abuse and obesity. It states that the convergence of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and alcohol abuse is much relevance in adolescents. It says that binge drinking is the most common pattern in adolescents that leads to alcohol abuse. It argues that alcohol abuse and obesity must be addressed as one.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07350414
Volume :
46
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Alcohol & Alcoholism
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
64854748
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/alcalc/agr074