Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a global problem, affecting up to 25% of all individuals. The disease not only increases the risk of liver disease, but also of cardiovascular disease and liver cancer.During this course, you will learn the essentials of NAFLD. We will begin with an introduction to the physiology of the human liver followed by epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, and genetics. Diagnosing NAFLD based on blood tests, diagnostic imaging and histology will be discussed. Complications and treatment options will also be covered in this course including the link between NAFLD and the development of diabetes. Finally, experts will discuss data driven identification of new biomarkers by omics technologies.
After completing this course, you will have a broad knowledge about NAFLD ranging from the aetiology and pathophysiology to bedside examinations and treatments.
1) Physiology of the liver and pathophysiological aspects of NAFLD
2) Diagnostics aspects of NAFLD
3) Treatment of NAFLD
4) Complications of NAFLD
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
The Liver - Physiology and Disease
Week 2
Causes
Week 3
Pathophysiological aspects
Week 4
Diagnostics
Week 5
Treatment
Week 6
Complications and Perspective
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
The course material and the discussions are very professional and the matter in the course really helps a person progress in the study of NAFLD
The course is taught really well. Thank you so much for all the effort.
A great course to learn about physiology and treatments of NAFLD.
Highly knowledgeable professors. Information provided based on latest developments in research
