The Enigma of Liver Steatosis: Insights from Archaeogenetics

The Origins, Evolution, and Global Distribution of a Genetic Variant Linked to Fatty Liver Disease

Liver steatosis, characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver, presents a spectrum of conditions from benign steatosis to inflammatory steatohepatitis. Understanding the genetic underpinnings of this condition is crucial due to its widespread prevalence and potential for severe health consequences, including liver fibrosis and cancer. Recent re…