Bariatric

Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis

Metabolic care for fatty liver inflammation associated with obesity and insulin resistance.

What is Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis?

Have you been told you have fatty liver disease or abnormal liver tests? Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis is a bariatric condition that should be evaluated by a bariatric provider.

Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a form of fatty liver disease in which fat buildup in the liver is associated with inflammation and liver-cell injury. It is strongly linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome.

Common Symptoms

• Often no symptoms early on
• Fatty liver found on imaging
• Abnormal liver blood tests
• Fatigue in some patients
• May occur with obesity or diabetes risk

When to see a Bariatric provider

You should see a specialist if you have fatty liver disease, abnormal liver tests, metabolic syndrome, or concern about progression of liver scarring.

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

Schedule a consultation today.

Causes and Risk Factors

NASH is associated with obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, and other metabolic factors that contribute to fat buildup and inflammation in the liver.

Diagnosis and Tests

Evaluation may include blood testing, imaging, metabolic assessment, and liver-focused follow-up to determine severity and related risks.

Treatment Options

Treatment focuses on weight loss, nutrition improvement, diabetes and lipid control, activity, and bariatric treatment in selected patients when appropriate.

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