Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco found that patients who underwent bariatric surgery saw significant improvements in their liver health, including reductions in liver stiffness and fat content. The study, published in Journal of Hepatology, followed 28 patients with obesity and cirrhosis who underwent bariatric surgery and found that 75% had improvements in liver stiffness, while 89% saw reductions in liver fat content.
This research suggests that bariatric surgery could be a potential treatment option for patients with both obesity and liver disease, addressing two major health issues simultaneously. However, more studies are needed to confirm these findings and determine the long-term effects of bariatric surgery on liver health.
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A recent study published in Nature Medicine has shown promising results for patients with liver disease who undergo bariatric surgery. The study followed 168 patients over a 15-year period, with about a third of them undergoing the surgical procedure. The findings revealed that fewer people in the surgical group developed major complications of liver disease, such as cancer and death, compared to those in the non-surgical group.
Dr. Ali Aminian, a co-author of the study, expressed optimism about the results, stating that they can change the trajectory of the disease. The study highlights the potential benefits of bariatric surgery for patients with liver disease, offering hope for improved outcomes and quality of life.
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