Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)/Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) (Smarty PANCE) Exam Questions and Answers Already Graded A+

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)/Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) (Smarty PANCE) Exam Questions and Answers Already Graded A+ What is Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)? A spectrum of liver conditions NOT related to alcohol consumption, ranging from simple steatosis to MASH, potentially leading to cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Name two conditions that are part of metabolic syndrome and increase MASLD risk Any two of high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, diabetes, central obesity What is the most important risk factor for MASLD? Obesity MASLD vs MASH Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) A spectrum of liver conditions not caused by alcohol but characterized by hepatic steatosis, where more than 5% of liver cells contain fat Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) A more severe form of NAFLD characterized by liver inflammation and cell damage, in addition to fat in the liver Diagnosis of MASLD? Imaging studies (ultrasound, CT, MRI) showing fat deposition in the liver, confirmed by liver biopsy if necessary