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    • Fatty liver is a prevalent condition in clinical and autopsy settings.
    • It is commonly associated with alcohol abuse and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
    • NAFLD can progress to end-stage liver disease and is linked to higher mortality, especially from cardiovascular diseases.

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    Main Methods:

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