SMRTR Science & EngineeringSep 21, 2025Science Daily

Scientists finally reveal the hidden mechanism linking alcohol to fatty liver

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Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that excessive alcohol removes the VCP enzyme, causing HSD17β13 protein buildup and fatty liver disease. This finding identifies HSD17β13 as a potential treatment target.

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