Animal Models of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease—A Starter’s Guide

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) constitutes a major health concern with the increasing incidence of obesity and diabetes in many Western countries, reaching a prevalence of up to 30% in the general population. Animal models have played a vital role in elucidating the pathophysiological mech...

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Main Authors: Mikhaïl A. Van Herck, Luisa Vonghia, Sven M. Francque
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-09-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
rat
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/9/10/1072