A REVIEW OF INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL CLINICAL GUIDELINES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT-OF NONALCOHOLIC FATTY...

Area of Science:

• Hepatology
• Internal Medicine
• Clinical Practice Guidelines

Background:

• Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a growing global health concern.
• Effective management relies on up-to-date clinical guidelines.
• Variations in guidelines can impact patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare domestic and international clinical guidelines for NAFLD diagnosis and treatment.
• To identify key similarities and differences in management strategies.
• To inform clinical practice and future guideline development.

Main Methods:

• Systematic review of published clinical guidelines.
• Comparative analysis of diagnostic criteria and treatment recommendations.
• Literature search focusing on recent domestic and foreign publications.

Main Results:

• Significant variations exist in diagnostic criteria for NAFLD.
• Treatment recommendations show differences in pharmacological and lifestyle interventions.
• Domestic guidelines may reflect regional healthcare priorities.

Conclusions:

• Comparative analysis reveals disparities in NAFLD management strategies globally.
• Understanding these differences is crucial for standardizing care.
• Further research can help reconcile guideline variations for improved patient outcomes.