Experts at Midas Liver Meeting 2025 emphasize lifestyle changes to combat liver diseases
Nagpur:
Renowned liver specialist Dr. Patrick Kamath from Mayo Clinic, USA, highlighted the need for Indians to maintain a BMI under 23 to protect their liver health.
Speaking at the Midas Liver Meeting 2025, held on January 18-19 in Nagpur, Dr. Kamath explained that Indians are more prone to visceral fat accumulation, which increases the risk of liver damage even at lower body weights compared to global standards, reported timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
Dr. Kamath noted that while a BMI under 25 is globally considered healthy, Indian physiology demands stricter thresholds.
He emphasized preventing liver fat deposition through obesity control, alcohol abstinence, and mindful eating.
The event, co-organized by API Vidarbha Chapter and the Indian National Association for Study of Liver (INASL), brought together leading global liver specialists. Dr. Roberto De Franchis from Italy emphasized early recognition of portal hypertension—a condition marked by high blood pressure in the portal vein—to prevent severe liver diseases.
Experts stress lifestyle changes, early diagnosis, and maintaining a BMI under 23 as crucial measures to prevent liver diseases and related complications in India
Dr. Dominique Valla from France discussed managing cirrhosis and vascular liver disorders, stressing the importance of early diagnosis to prevent life-threatening complications.
Organizing Chairman Dr. kant Mukewar highlighted Nagpur’s rise as a hub for advanced liver care, citing specialized facilities like a newly inaugurated liver ICU and liver clinic. Prof. JB Dilawari, an eminent gastroenterologist and hepatologist, formally inaugurated the conference.
The organizing team included Dr. Saurabh Mukewar and Dr. Tushar Madke as secretaries, supported by API Vidarbha Chapter President Dr. Nikhil Balankhe and Secretary Dr. Sudhir Chafle.
What is Portal Hypertension?
- High blood pressure in the portal vein, which carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver
- Typically caused by liver scarring (cirrhosis) or blockages restricting blood flow
- Can lead to swollen veins (varices) in the esophagus, stomach, or intestines
- Early symptoms include abdominal swelling, fatigue, and digestive issues, though it often progresses silently
- Timely diagnosis and lifestyle changes can help manage and reverse its effects
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