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(K70.0) Alcoholic fatty liver
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4 962 205 in individuals diagnosis alcoholic fatty liver confirmed
824 312 deaths with diagnosis alcoholic fatty liver
17% mortality rate associated with the disease alcoholic fatty liver
Diagnosis alcoholic fatty liver is diagnosed Men are 50.92% more likely than Women
3 744 492
Men receive the diagnosis alcoholic fatty liver
629 563 (16.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis alcoholic fatty liver
194 749 (16.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease alcoholic fatty liver - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-95+
Disease Features alcoholic fatty liver
Absence or low individual and public risk
Alcoholic fatty liver - what does this mean
Alcoholic fatty liver is a condition in which fat accumulates in the liver due to excessive alcohol consumption. it is caused by an imbalance between the amount of alcohol consumed and the body's ability to metabolize it, resulting in an accumulation of fat in the liver.
What happens during the disease - alcoholic fatty liver
Alcoholic fatty liver is a condition in which an excessive amount of fat accumulates in the liver due to long-term excessive alcohol consumption. the excess alcohol consumption interferes with the normal metabolism of fat, leading to an accumulation of fat in the liver. this accumulation of fat causes inflammation and damage to the liver cells, leading to a build-up of scar tissue and eventually cirrhosis.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to check for liver enzymes
- Imaging tests such as ultrasound or CT scan
- Liver biopsy
- Alcohol use tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce alcohol consumption and improve overall health.
- Abstinence from alcohol
- Weight loss through diet and exercise
- Reduction of dietary fat and cholesterol
- Regular physical activity
- Avoidance of drugs that can damage the liver
- Avoidance of high-risk behaviors, such as intravenous drug use
- Regular monitoring of liver function tests
- Vitamin and mineral supplementation
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Alcoholic fatty liver - Prevention
Alcoholic fatty liver can be prevented by reducing alcohol consumption, maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. it is important to limit alcohol intake to no more than one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. eating a balanced diet that is low in saturated fat, rich in fruits and vegetables, and high in fiber can help prevent fatty liver. regular exercise can help maintain healthy body weight and reduce the risk of developing fatty liver.