Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition
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J. Pediatr. Gastroenterol. Nutr. · May 2009
ReviewPharmacological interventions for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in adults and in children: a systematic review.
Uncertainty exists regarding the treatment of patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) who are unable to lose weight and/or change lifestyle. The present study assesses the effectiveness and safety of pharmacological and dietary supplement interventions for NAFLD. ⋯ Limited data do not allow one to draw firm conclusions on the efficacy of various treatments for NAFLD.