Association of Microalbuminuria in Patient with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study in A Tertiary Care Centre

Abstract:
NAFLD (Nonalcoholic Fatty
Liver Disease) is a prevalent chronic liver disorder characterized by metabolic
abnormalities. Microalbuminuria have been linked to cardiovascular and renal
diseases, but its association with NAFLD remains underexplored. This
cross-sectional study assessed urine microalbumin levels in patients diagnosed
with NAFLD. Demographic data, NAFLD grading, and microalbuminuria status were
analyzed in non-NAFLD and NAFLD groups. Statistical analysis has been performed
to evaluate the associations. Males were more common than females among NAFLD
patients (n=100), particularly in the age range of 41 to 60. Compared to
non-NAFLD controls (0%), NAFLD patients (76%) had a considerably higher
prevalence of microalbuminuria. BMI showed no significant association with
NAFLD prevalence. NAFLD grading revealed Grade 1 as the most prevalent (52%),
followed by Grade 2 (32%) and Grade 3 (16%). Our findings demonstrate a strong
association between microalbuminuria and NAFLD, suggesting a potential link
with adverse cardiovascular and renal outcomes. Monitoring microalbuminuria in
NAFLD patients may aid in risk stratification and management. There is a need
to conduct larger population-based-randomized studies.
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