Over 2 lakh face potential fatty liver complications
These findings emerged from the ongoing Swasth Liver Mission's comprehensive screening programme, which has evaluated 700,000 people, according to reports.
The concerning statistics indicate that 20% of male participants and 25% of women display symptoms, particularly those who are overweight and classified in the red zone. These at-risk individuals will undergo liver assessments. Coinciding with Global Fatty Liver Day, 12,264 health centres across the state will conduct simultaneous waist measurements.
The screening initiative specifically targets individuals aged above 30. The assessment includes detailed physical measurements, including height, weight and waist circumference, to identify potential fatty liver cases. Suspected cases receive referrals for additional medical evaluation and professional consultation.
Experts note an increase in non-alcoholic fatty liver cases recently. It attributes this trend primarily to poor lifestyle choices and obesity. The red zone criteria include waist measurements exceeding 90 cm for men and 84 cm for women, indicating potential fatty liver risk. The condition, if left untreated, may ultimately necessitate liver transplantation as the sole treatment option.
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