Rising burden of MASLD and CKM syndrome in Asia: A decade of trends and future projections

Key Points

• The burden of MASLD and CKM syndrome has notably increased in Asia, indicating a significant public health challenge.
• Recent estimates indicate that MASLD cases rose by over 30% in the last decade across multiple countries in Asia.
• Observational analysis across multiple reports noted trends in epidemiology and risk factors associated with these conditions.
• These findings highlight the need for targeted healthcare strategies and public health initiatives to mitigate these rising trends.