Brown adipose tissue inactivation exacerbates alcohol-induced liver steatosis, inflammation, and fibrosis

American Journal of Physiology-Gastrointestinal and Liver Physiology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Qing Zhang, Zhiguo Zhang, Liangyou Rui
DOI: 10.1152/ajpgi.00336.2025
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References: 52

Abstract

Brown adipose tissue confers resistance to alcohol-related liver disease through secreting batokines. Inactivation of brown fat exacerbates alcohol-induced liver steatosis, inflammation, and fibrosis.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Adipose Tissue and Metabolism

Publication details

Journal / source
American Journal of Physiology-Gastrointestinal and Liver Physiology
Volume
330
Issue
4
Pages
G381–G396
Publication date
12 February 2026
Language
EN