Medically reviewed in July 2024
Aja McCutchen, MD, of Atlanta Gastroenterology, discusses the primary factors driving the epidemic of metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and the significantly elevated risk of liver complications associated with the disease. Dr. McCutcheon also highlights recent advances in diagnosis and treatment, and trial results for the first FDA-approved therapy.
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