Calcif Tissue Int June 2022 PMID 35028685

Fatty Liver Index and Skeletal Muscle Density.

Julie A Pasco, Sophia X Sui, Emma C West, Kara B Anderson, Pamela Rufus-Membere, Monica C Tembo, Natalie K Hyde, Lana J Williams, Zoe S J Liu, Mark A Kotowicz

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Discussions demonstrate high interest through phrases like 'increasing risk' and 'monitoring both,' emphasizing the relevance of the study to health outcomes. For instance, posts mention the co-existence of fatty liver and muscle infiltration and its implications for sarcopenia, reflecting a recognition of the study's importance and potential impact on clinical practices.

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Most discussions acknowledge and support the findings, highlighting the link between fatty liver and muscle health.

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The topic of fatty liver and its impact on muscle health resonates strongly with current health concerns, eliciting high interest.

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Abstract in brief

This study examined how the Fatty Liver Index (FLI), a marker of fat buildup in the liver, relates to muscle quality and sarcopenia (muscle loss) in 403 men, finding that higher FLI levels are associated with decreased muscle density and increased likelihood of sarcopenia.
The research showed that as FLI increased, muscle density at the radius and tibia decreased significantly, even after accounting for age and lifestyle factors, indicating a close link between liver fat accumulation and fat infiltration in skeletal muscles.
Participants with the highest FLI quartile were six times more likely to have sarcopenia, suggesting that fat buildup in the liver may coexist with fat infiltration into muscles, potentially impacting muscle function and overall health.

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Link Between Fatty Liver Disease and Muscle Fat Infiltration Explained

Professor Julie Pasco and colleagues find evidence of fatty liver and fatty muscle coexisting in their large epidemiological study. The presence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease increases the risk of sarcopenia…

Research Outreach · Mar 15, 2023 1,214 views

Link Between Liver Fat and Muscle Weakness in Population Health

Accumulation of fat in the liver and skeletal muscles affects normal functioning and health outcomes. This study explores their coexistence and underlying mechanisms, highlighting that increased liver fat is associated…

Researchpod · Apr 5, 2023 137 views

Association Between Fatty Liver Disease and Skeletal Muscle Fat Infiltration

Professor Julie Pasco and colleagues at Deakin University and Barwon Health in Australia find evidence of fatty liver and fatty muscle coexisting in their large epidemiological study known as the Geelong Osteoporosis…

Sci60 · Jun 24, 2024 11 views

Dr. Suzana Mantovani

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Co-existence of hepatosteatosis and skeletal muscle fat infiltration https://t.co/dm2N6bwQaG via @YouTube

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Silvina Ferreira Da Costa

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RT @ResOutreach: Australian #researchers find fatty liver and muscle co-existing, increasing the risk of #sarcopenia in patients with non-a…

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Julie Pasco

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@ResearchpodHQ Here's the link to the paper in the journal Calcified Tissue International doi: 10.1007/s00223-021-00939-9 @IMPACTDeakin @Geelong Study #HaveAnImpact

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RT @iofsaludosea: La acumulación de grasa en el hígado y el músculo esquelético se asocia a la #obesidad y malos resultados de salud. El si…

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RT @iofbonehealth: Open Access in Calcified Tissue Int: Fatty Liver Index and Skeletal Muscle Density, by Julie A. Pasco et al. https://t.c…

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Gaston Ramirez

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RT @iofbonehealth: Open Access in Calcified Tissue Int: Fatty Liver Index and Skeletal Muscle Density, by Julie A. Pasco et al. https://t.c…

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Osteoporosis IOF

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Open Access in Calcified Tissue Int: Fatty Liver Index and Skeletal Muscle Density, by Julie A. Pasco et al. https://t.co/xK3UOTxkBq https://t.co/8IFLZKr9gs

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MIOESTEATOSI . Acumulació de greix al fetge coexisteix amb la infiltració de greix al múscul esquelètic. https://t.co/nkDt5P5XxH

Jan 18, 2022 · 2 likes · 165 followers View post →

Nick Krontiris

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Fatty Liver Index and Skeletal Muscle Density (open access) https://t.co/zLqSWsE7dM #MetabolicSyndrome #InsulinResistance #NAFLD #MAFLD #Triglycerides #Obesity

Jan 17, 2022 · 3 likes · 19,476 followers View post →

Fatty Liver Index and Skeletal Muscle Density.

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Link Between Fatty Liver Disease and Muscle Fat Infiltration Explained

Link Between Liver Fat and Muscle Weakness in Population Health

Association Between Fatty Liver Disease and Skeletal Muscle Fat Infiltration