Abstract:Objectives: Circadian system is an essential physiological regulator of mammals, and circadian dissonance may be associated with the risk of metabolic disorders. However, evidence regarding its role in the development of metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is scarce, particularly in employed adults.
Methods: We conducted a longitudinal study of 1,309 employed adults in Southwestern China with a five-year follow-up from 2017 to 2021. MAFLD was assessed by the presence of hepatic steatosis using abd… Show more
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