Tag Dawn M. Torres MD

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis

1. What is the difference between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease ( NAFLD ) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis ( NASH ) ? NAFLD is an umbrella classification for a group of diseases marked by excess accumulation of intrahepatic fat (steatosis), usually as…

GI/Liver Secrets Plus
December 28, 2023

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Vascular Liver Disease

Background 1. What vessels supply blood and are responsible for oxygen delivery to the liver ? The portal vein is responsible for approximately 70% of total liver blood flow and supplies slightly less than half the needed oxygen. Although of…

GI/Liver Secrets Plus
December 28, 2023