Previous studies have shown inconsistent results regarding the association between vitamin D insufficiency and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). We attempted to demonstrate this relationship using population-based data. Vitamin D insufficiency was defined as a 25(OH)D level ≤20 ng/mL. Hepatic steatosis index was calculated to define NAFLD. Significant fibrosis was assessed using Body ma...

BACKGROUND Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) refers to a very wide clinical spectrum. Advanced fibrosis that accompanies disease leads to the development of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Thus, identification of patients with advanced fibrosis is essential. The aim of the present study was to compare the usefulness of NAFLD fibrosis and BARD scores in predicting fibrosis in NAF...

The state of development technologies and equipment for the production biogas (biomethane) both in Russia abroad. main microbiological processes that take place at same time, technical technological solutions, economy plants. Special attention is paid to use plants utilization grain potato bard from distilleries beer pellets. It noted cold climate Russia, technology possible only with support s...