The effects of bariatric surgeries on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Abstract

Conclusions:This study identified a patient group that had considerably favorable patient profile: private insurance, younger age, fewer cirrhotics, and a lower mean ASA. Despite these factors these patients underwent more lobar resections with shorter operative times, and lower incidences of transfusion, hospitalization and mortality. Laparoscopic hepatic resection has altered the paradigm for the management of benign tumors. Rather than the risk of surgical intervention considerations should now be based on access to care and healthcare economics.