Persistent hyperaminotransferasemia resolving after weight reduction in obese children.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Nine obese children were referred to our liver disease unit because of asymptomatic, long-standing (range, 4 to 49 months) hyperaminotransferasemia of unknown origin. Ultrasonography showed a "bright" liver in most patients. A hypocaloric diet was prescribed, and the hepatic abnormalities of the complaint patients showed a prompt and persistent improvement that paralleled the loss of excess weight.
Medical subject headings
- Alanine Transaminase
- Aspartate Aminotransferases
- Fatty Liver
- Obesity
- Weight Loss