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Fatty Liver Disease Treatment

脂肪肝治疗

Duration

1-2 weeks initial program

Recovery

Ongoing lifestyle management, liver improvement measurable in 3-6 months

$

Savings

~70% vs US

Price Comparison
China$500 - $2,500
$1,500
United States$2,000 - $8,000
$5,000
Save approximately 70%

Average savings compared to US prices

About This Treatment

China's hepatology centers excel in treating non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD/MAFLD), offering integrated programs that combine advanced diagnostics (FibroScan, MRI-PDFF), metabolic optimization, and TCM liver-protective therapies. With fatty liver affecting over 25% of China's population, Chinese hepatologists have extensive clinical experience and access to both Western medications and traditional herbal hepatoprotective formulas backed by clinical research.

Procedure Steps
1

Comprehensive Liver Assessment

FibroScan elastography, MRI-PDFF (proton density fat fraction), complete metabolic panel, liver function tests, and screening for advanced fibrosis. Determines disease stage and metabolic comorbidities.

Duration: Half day
2

Metabolic Optimization Plan

Endocrinology and nutrition specialist consultation for insulin resistance management, lipid optimization, and evidence-based weight management strategies including possible GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy.

Duration: 2-3 hours
3

TCM Hepatoprotective Therapy

Customized herbal formulas using clinically validated hepatoprotective herbs (milk thistle, schisandra, turmeric, bupleurum). Acupuncture protocols targeting liver meridian to improve hepatic blood flow and reduce inflammation.

Duration: 45-60 minutes per session, 7-10 sessions
4

Lifestyle Medicine & Monitoring Plan

Personalized exercise prescription, Mediterranean-Asian fusion dietary plan, stress management techniques, and scheduled follow-up FibroScan/labs at 3 and 6 months to track fat reduction and fibrosis regression.

Duration: 1-2 hours
Benefits
  • Integrated Western hepatology and TCM liver-support therapies
  • Advanced non-invasive diagnostics (FibroScan, MRI-PDFF) at fraction of Western cost
  • Access to GLP-1 medications and Chinese hepatoprotective herbs
  • High-volume clinical experience with fatty liver disease in Chinese population
Considerations
  • Lifestyle changes require long-term commitment for sustained improvement
  • Some herbal supplements may cause liver injury if improperly dosed
  • Advanced fibrosis or cirrhosis may require additional interventions
  • Metabolic medications may have gastrointestinal side effects

Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.