Pathology

Findings from D.K. Molina and Co-Authors Broaden Understanding of Pathology

Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, September 12th, 2011

2011 SEP 12 -- "Hepatic steatosis is commonly seen in association with chronic ethanol use, obesity, diabetes mellitus, and infections or intoxications with certain viruses and/or medication/chemicals. Some forensic textbooks argue that livers with fatty infiltration are more susceptible to trauma," scientists in San Antonio, Texas report.

"A study was designed to evaluate whether individuals with hepatic steatosis were at greater risk for liver trauma than those without steatosis. Individuals dying from blunt force injuries were evaluated for the presence or absence of hepatic trauma and hepatic steatosis. A grading system of steatosis was used resulting...

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Source: Obesity and Diabetes Week (2011-09-12)

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