Heart and metabolic risk factors more strongly linked to liver fibrosis in women than men, study finds

Women with certain cardiometabolic risk factors, including type 2 diabetes and high waist circumference, face a greater ...
European Medical Journal

MASLD: The Leading Cause of Cirrhosis in South America?

Multicentre South American study suggests MASLD is now a leading cause of cirrhosis, reflecting rising metabolic risk factors in the region.
Science Daily

Mayo Clinic discovers rare gene mutation that causes fatty liver disease

Mayo Clinic researchers have identified a rare mutation in the MET gene that can directly cause metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. The mutation disrupts the liver’s ability to ...
TMCnet

Agios' PYRUKYND® (mitapivat) Approved for Adults with Thalassemia in the United Arab Emirates

PYRUKYND is also approved for adults with PK deficiency in the U.S. and Europe, and a marketing application for PYRUKYND in thalassemia is currently under review by the European Commission. In the U.S ...
ahajournals.org

Management of Liver Cirrhosis in Percutaneous and Surgical Cardiac Interventions

The systemic impairment that accompanies liver cirrhosis is known to carry a significant burden on death and postoperative complications in cardiovascular interventions. This review analyzes the ...
Investopedia

New Life Expectancy Data Reveals Surprising Impact on Retirement Plans

Gina Young is an accomplished finance writer who has written for publications including SuperMoney, Examiner, Lexington Law, Talk Markets, and CreditRepair.com. Throughout her career in finance, Gina ...
Forbes

Longevity In The U.S.: The Gap Between Lifespan and Health Span

Sarah is an experienced writer and editor enthusiastic about helping readers live their healthiest and happiest lives. Before joining Forbes Health, Sarah worked as a writer for various digital ...
IEEE

Data-Driven Predictive Modeling of Liver Cirrhosis Using Supervised Machine Learning Algorithms

Abstract: Liver cirrhosis is one of the main causes of illness and death due to liver disease around the world. Early detection of cirrhosis severity is important to improve treatment effectiveness ...
Yahoo

Life expectancy lower for people who identify as LGB+, data suggests

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Life expectancy differs by sexual orientation, data shows, prompting questions as to the causes. Michael Brandt/dpa People who ...
Cochrane

Do the antibiotics aminoglycosides, vancomycin, and metronidazole help people with cirrhosis and hepatic encephalopathy, a brain disorder associated with chronic liver disease?

Antibiotics previously thought to help people with cirrhosis manage the risk of hepatic encephalopathy do not appear to benefit the condition. These antibiotics possibly cause more side effects than ...
Healio

CDC report shows US life expectancy rose in 2024

We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact customerservice@slackinc.com. Life expectancy at birth in the U.S. rose to 79 years in ...
Los Angeles Times

U.S. life expectancy hit an all-time high in 2024, CDC says

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. NEW YORK — U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 — the highest mark in American history. It’s the result ...