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Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
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Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Reference
Risk Factors
Quantity of alcohol
Sex
Genetic factors
Nutritional status
Other factors
Risk factors references
Pathophysiology
Alcohol absorption and metabolism
Hepatic fat accumulation
Endotoxins in the gut
Oxidative damage
Resultant inflammation, cell death, and fibrosis
Pathology
Symptoms and Signs
Diagnosis
Diagnosis reference
Treatment
Restricting alcohol intake
Supportive care
Specific treatment
Treatment references
Prognosis
Key Points