Pattern of alcohol intake more accurate indicator of liver disease risk than overall consumption, finds study

• Binge Drinking and Genetics: Individuals who binge drink and have certain genetic predispositions are six times more likely to develop alcohol-related cirrhosis.

• Impact of Drinking Pattern: The pattern of alcohol intake, such as binge drinking, is a more accurate indicator of liver disease risk than the overall volume of alcohol consumed.

• Role of Type-2 Diabetes: The presence of type-2 diabetes, in combination with heavy binge drinking and genetic risk, further increases the likelihood of developing alcohol-related cirrhosis.

• Interaction of Risk Factors: The study highlights that the interaction of multiple risk factors, like heavy binge drinking, genetic predisposition, and type-2 diabetes, significantly amplifies the risk of liver disease.

• Global Increase in Liver Disease: Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a 20% increase in alcohol-related deaths, underlining the growing global concern of liver disease.