Fatty Liver Clinic

AFLD is a medical condition that is characterized by accumulation of fat in liver. Fatty liver may progress to liver Cirrhosis with complications that includes Gastrointestinal bleeding, Fluid in Abdomen, liver failure and may also lead to Liver Cancer.

Worldwide has a reported prevalence of 6 to 35 %. Estimates of prevalence in Asia Pacific regions range from 5 to 30 %. In a population based study from Mumbai NAFLD in Adult Population was detected in 19 %. Worrying part is prevalence of Fatty Liver has been increasing over time.

Most people have no Symptoms; In Some Cases Fatty liver is diagnosed in people with fatigue, a general feeling of being unwell and a vague discomfort in upper right abdomen, although it is not clear if these symptoms are related to Fatty liver.

Fatty liver is often discovered during routine laboratory testing or when investigations are sought for some other purpose. Treatment aims to control the associated conditions such as Obesity, Diabetes and hyperlipidemia along with medications for Fatty liver Disease. Weight loss by an individualized diet and exercises – both are key to managing the condition.

The Programme:

The program will include two visits:

FIRST VISIT – PRECONSULTATION:
This will consist of Initial assessment by a physician for medical assessment, nutritional assessment and functional activity assessment, along with Laboratory and radiological tests advised that is required.

SECOND VISIT - MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM CONSULTATION:
This will consist of multidisciplinary team consultation comprising of liver specialist, Dietician, and Clinical Exercise Specialist will take place.

Consultation:

PRE-CONSULTATION
Tuesday – 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM CONSULTATION:-
Thursday – 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm.

Closed on Public Holidays.

For Appointments Contact:

Dr.Fakruddin Ali Shah
Fatty Liver Clinic - 3rd floor
Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital

Mobile: 9930366631
Land line: 022-25763500 / 71023684

fakruddin.ali@hiranandanihospital.org
opdvisit@hiranandanihospital.org

Services Available:

1. Joint Consultation with Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, Physical therapist and Nutritionist.
2. Assessment of liver Fibrosis by Non invasive markers of liver Fibrosis and When required by Fibrometer /Fibro scan /Liver Biopsy.
3. Personalized Exercise and Dietary Counseling
4. Tailored Diet Charts and Exercise programmes arranged according to each individual’s requirements
5. Follow up to monitor the progress of Disease.

Our Expertise:

This clinic offers a comprehensive assessment, counseling and therapy for patients with fatty liver.