Commentary
NAFLD is increasingly recognised in obese and overweight children. In this cross-sectional study, S. Thiagarajan et al. (Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, India) aimed to assess the prevalence of NAFLD in this population and to identify the associated anthropometric and metabolic risk factors. NAFLD was diagnosed in 51.3% of overweight and obese children. NAFLD is common in overweight and obese southern Indian children, and High LDL cholesterol level is a risk factor for NAFLD in these children.
In conclusion, “screening of obese and overweight children for early diagnosis of NAFLD is essential to prevent and monitor further progression of the disease.”
