Longitudinal Changes in MR Elastography-based Biomarkers in Obese Patients Treated with Bariatric Surgery.

ABSTRACT: Obesity-related chronic inflammation contributes to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) progression in obese patients (body mass index [BMI] >30 kg/m²).¹ The early detection of inflammation with noninvasive imaging technology may help identify individuals with a high risk of developing NAFLD.

SUBMITTER: Li J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9054942 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature