Publications by authors named "M G Vailas"
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a major metabolic disorder with no established pharmacotherapy. Quercetin, a polyphenolic flavonoid, demonstrates potential hepatoprotective effects but has limited bioavailability. This study evaluates the impact of quercetin on NAFLD and assesses the roles of autophagy-related proteins in disease progression.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMetabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MASLD) is a widespread liver disorder characterized by excessive fat accumulation in the liver, commonly associated with metabolic syndrome components such as obesity, diabetes, and dyslipidemia. With a global prevalence of up to 30%, MASLD is projected to affect over 100 million people in the U.S.
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- Cholecystoduodenal fistula (CDF) is a rare condition where the gallbladder and the part of the intestine called the duodenum are connected, often caused by gallstones.
- A 94-year-old woman had serious internal bleeding due to this condition, but doctors used a special method to treat her without major surgery.
- This case shows that doctors need to think about CDF when patients have unusual stomach issues, especially if they have had gallbladder problems before.