Nutritional Support for Liver Diseases

Nutrients. 2023 Aug 19;15(16):3640. doi: 10.3390/nu15163640.

Abstract

The liver is a key organ that is responsible for the metabolism of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates and the absorption and storage of micronutrients. Unfortunately, the prevalence of chronic liver diseases at various stages of advancement in the world population is significant. Due to the physiological function of the liver, its dysfunction can lead to malnutrition and sarcopenia, and the patient's nutritional status is an important prognostic factor. This review discusses key issues related to the diet therapy of patients with chronic liver diseases, as well as those qualified for liver transplantation and in the postoperative period.

Keywords: NAFLD; NASH; cholangiocarcinoma; cirrhosis; liver diseases; liver transplantation; nutrition.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Liver Diseases* / therapy
  • Liver Transplantation*
  • Malnutrition* / therapy
  • Nutritional Support

Grants and funding

This research received no external funding.