*Edited by Ichiro Shimizu*

Alcoholic liver disease occurs after prolonged heavy drinking. Not everyone who drinks alcohol in excess develops serious forms of alcoholic liver disease. It is likely that genetic factors determine this individual susceptibility, and a family history of chronic liver disease may indicate a higher risk. Other factors include being overweight and iron overload. This book presents state-of-the-art information summarizing the current understanding of a range of alcoholic liver diseases. It is hoped that the target readers - hepatologists, clinicians, researchers and academicians - will be afforded new ideas and exposed to subjects well beyond their own scientific disciplines. Additionally, students and those who wish to increase their knowledge will find this book a valuable source of information.

ISBN 978-953-307-985-1

Trends in Alcoholic Liver Disease Research - Clinical and Scientific Aspects

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## Trends in Alcoholic Liver Disease Research Clinical and Scientific Aspects

*Edited by Ichiro Shimizu*

**TRENDS IN ALCOHOLIC** 

**ASPECTS** 

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Edited by **Ichiro Shimizu**

**LIVER DISEASE RESEARCH –** 

**CLINICAL AND SCIENTIFIC** 
