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Histological Analyses of Acute Alcoholic Liver Injury in Zebrafish
Published on: May 25, 2017
Alcohol-related liver disease
Queralt Herms1, Jordi Gratacós-Ginès1,2,3, Elisa Pose1,2,3
1Liver Unit, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
Abstract:
Alcohol-related liver disease (ALD) is a prevalent global health issue, contributing to significant mortality and encompassing a spectrum of liver damage from steatosis to decompensated cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. This review summarizes the current state of ALD, emphasizing both early and advanced stages, including alcohol-related hepatitis (AH). The epidemiology, diagnostic tools, natural history, and key progression factors of ALD are discussed, highlighting the role of diagnostic tools and pathways in early and advanced stages of ALD. The review also addresses the importance and particularities of the treatment of alcohol use disorder in patients with ALD, covering both psychological and pharmaceutical interventions. Finally, treatments for ALD-related fibrosis and AH are discussed, presenting both the currently available and future treatment options. The conclusions of this review underscore the need for comprehensive strategies to improve diagnosis, prognostic stratification, and treatment strategies at all stages of ALD.
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