fatty liver

noun

: an abnormal condition of the liver that is marked by excess lipid accumulation in the hepatocytes and is typically associated with obesity, malnutrition, rapid weight loss, excessive alcohol consumption, hyperlipidemia, toxins, or diabetes

also : a liver affected with fatty liver

Examples of fatty liver in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Exceeding this amount can cause serious issues such as fatty liver disease. —Maria Azzurra Volpe, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024

Between 5% and 10% of American children had non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) as of 2021, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). —Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024

Above 5% you will likely be diagnosed with fatty liver disease. —Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024

These effects have been observed in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and obesity.7 NAFLD is tied to metabolic syndrome—a group of conditions that increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. —Johna Burdeos, Health, 25 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1839, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

fatty liver

noun

1

: an abnormal condition of the liver that is marked by excess accumulation of lipids (such as triglycerides) in the hepatocytes and is typically associated with obesity, malnutrition, rapid weight loss, excessive alcohol consumption, high levels of fat in the blood, diabetes, or toxins

Note: Fatty liver is often asymptomatic and benign but may progress to fibrosis and liver failure.

2

: a liver affected with fatty liver