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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 21, 2024; 30(47): 5086-5091
Published online Dec 21, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i47.5086
Inflammatory biomarkers as cost-effective predictive tools in metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease
Davide Ramoni, Luca Liberale, Fabrizio Montecucco
Davide Ramoni, Luca Liberale, Fabrizio Montecucco, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Genoa, Genoa 16132, Italy
Luca Liberale, Fabrizio Montecucco, Department of Internal Medicine, First Clinic of Internal Medicine, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Italian Cardiovascular Network, Genoa 16132, Italy
Author contributions: Montecucco F designed the draft of the manuscript and supervised the work; Ramoni D performed the conceptualization and wrote the full manuscript; Liberale L reviewed and edited the final version; All authors have read and approve the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report having no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
Corresponding author: Fabrizio Montecucco, MD, PhD, Full Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, First Clinic of Internal Medicine, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Italian Cardiovascular Network, 6 Viale Benedetto XV, Genoa 16132, Italy. fabrizio.montecucco@unige.it
Received: August 13, 2024
Revised: October 1, 2024
Accepted: November 1, 2024
Published online: December 21, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease is a rapidly growing condition that requires the identification of non-invasive diagnostic tools, particularly biomarkers that are readily detectable and cost-effective. In this article, we focused on inflammation-related biomarkers, which show promise due to their ability to impact both metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. Integrating these non-invasive tools into the clinical practice can reinforce risk stratification and facilitate early intervention. This approach not only enhances patient outcomes, but also addresses the rising prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease. Continued research is essential to validate these biomarkers in clinical practice and to improve the management and personalization of care strategies.