Request referral to appropriate specialists if needed Liver assessment : Ensure proper diagnosis through blood tests, FIB-4 calculation, and if indicated, imaging (ultrasound or FibroScan) or ELF testing Specialist review : Hepatology or endocrinology input may be needed to assess suitability Clinical trials : Some patients may be eligible for research studies examining GLP-1 agonists in NAFLD/NASH Patients should be aware that even when prescribed, GLP-1 agonists require ongoing monitoring, lifestyle modification remains essential, and treatment should be reviewed regularly to assess response and tolerability
The obesity societies advise: If you cannot find or get access to a GLP-1-based treatment now, there are other treatments available, echoing experts
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