Question

A 50-year-old man with obesity and metabolic syndrome has elevated liver enzymes and ultrasound evidence of hepatic steatosis. Viral and autoimmune hepatitis screens are negative. What is the cornerstone of management for his condition?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss through diet and exercise

Answer

Long-term high-dose corticosteroids

Answer

Empirical antiviral therapy

Answer

Immediate liver transplantation

Answer

No intervention is required

Practice question

A 50-year-old man with obesity and metabolic syndrome has elevated liver enzymes and ultrasound evidence of hepatic steatosis. Viral and autoimmune hepatitis screens are negative. What is the cornerstone of management for his condition?