Addressing the alarming link between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and cardiovascular mortality in men.

World J Cardiol

Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung 404328, Taiwan.

Published: September 2024

This editorial discusses the key findings presented in Batta and Hatwal's recent paper titled "Excess cardiovascular mortality in men with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A cause for concern!", which was published in the . Their original article highlights a notable correlation between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and increased cardiovascular mortality risk in men. The present commentary explores the implications of their findings, discussing potential mechanisms, risk factors, and the urgent need for integrated clinical approaches to mitigate the dual burden of these diseases. Emphasis should be placed on the importance of early detection, lifestyle modifications, and interdisciplinary collaboration for improving patient outcomes. This editorial aims to highlight the broad implications of NAFLD for cardiovascular health and to advocate for increased awareness and proactive management strategies within the medical community.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11439102PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.4330/wjc.v16.i9.502DOI Listing

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