Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Guide
What it is
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD/MASLD terminology in evolving use) is excess hepatic fat not primarily due to alcohol.
Risk context
- Obesity
- Type 2 diabetes
- Dyslipidemia
- Metabolic syndrome
Treatment approach
- Weight-loss centered lifestyle intervention
- Cardiometabolic risk factor optimization
- Specialist referral based on fibrosis risk stratification
Non-pharmacologic care
- Calorie-deficit nutrition plan with sustainable adherence
- Physical activity progression
- Alcohol moderation counseling
Monitoring and follow-up
- Liver enzyme trends, fibrosis risk scores, and metabolic marker control