Tuesday, July 31, 2018

The Framework of the Chilean Hydropower Industry: Ken Research

There is an urgent need to shift global energy production to renewable forms so as to ensure that the world is caused no more harm by ill effects that arise due to use of non-renewable forms of energy. Chile has a goal of producing majority of its national energy by renewable forms in order to ensure a hospitable and sustainable environment to live in. In 2015, Chile joined the international community and promised to reduce its overall greenhouse gas emissions. Chile is a regional leader when it comes to promoting the use of renewable forms of energy which makes it very popular amongst countries who wish to expand their business into untapped potential.

According to the study, ‘Hydropower in Chile, Market Outlook to 2030, Update 2018 - Capacity, Generation, Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles’, some of the major companies that are currently operational in the Chilean hydropower industry include Pacific Hydro Pty Ltd., Hidroelectrica Guardia Vieja S.A., Enel Generacion Chile SA, Duke Energy International, LLC, Colbun S.A., AES Gener S.A. an HydroChile S.A. All these companies have begun their operation in the Chilean industry and hold a high share in the industry in terms of volume of sales. Chile has witnessed strong economic growth in the recent years which is coupled by an increasing demand for electricity especially in the northern region. Mitigation Plans and Action Scenarios (MAPS) is collaboration between Chilean states which aims to reduce the overall greenhouse gas emissions. This initiative could make Chile a leader in hydro power generation. Chile is investing in huge upgradation of its technology in order to climb the ladder of market dominance in hydropower projects and to deal with the problem of climate change. Some of the technologies in which huge progress is being recorded include baseline analysis, mapping technologies and synergies for rapid technological response to climate change.

The hydropower consumers in Chile can be basically divided into two broad categories. These include the regulated and the unregulated market. Unregulated market includes those consumers which have a high demand and thereby giving them the right to negotiate bilateral transactions with the power suppliers. The regulated markets are the consumers which have low demand and hence cannot negotiate the prices and re compulsorily required to pay distribution costs and sur charge cost as well.

In the regulated market, the prices of electricity are derived from the spot price of energy over the next couple of years. Usually, in hydropower projects there are initial fluctuations in products which are gradually phased out over time and hence this was the reason a long time frame has been prescribed for such projects. The prices are then fixed for a period of two months and are revised twice in a year, once in the month of April and Once in November.

The overall hydropower industry in Chile is expected to grow in the future. This statement is supplemented by various support projects that have been taken up by the government and other organizations in order to promote the electricity generation via hydropower. The companies that are wishing to enter this market needs to understand the huge capital investment that is required in this sector.

To know more click on the link below:

Related Reports:


Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
0124-4230204

The Emergence of Rising Hydropower Industry in China: Ken Research

Hydropower is a systematic development plan that requires an entire action plan and if executed correctly, could reap immense benefits to the entire nation. At present China is on a path of extremely high growth rate which can be seen by year on year growth rate of GDP. The high economic growth of the country has led to a high GDP but due to the great population of the country, the per capita income tends to be lower which is why China is still classified as a developing country. With increasing population, the energy requirements have gone up significantly whereas the resources to fulfil these needs have gone down drastically. Hence, the government and other organizations had to look for alternate means to satisfy the rising power needs. The most prominent alternate mean is hydropower projects.

China is a country which is abundant in water resources which can be used for the purpose of electricity generation. In fact it ranks among one of the top countries when it comes to per capita availability of water resources despite its large population. The total hydropower electricity generation is although low in terms of percentage however the percentage has been rising rapidly in the recent years. Some companies are taking advantage of this increasing percentage. According to the study, ‘Hydropower in China, Market Outlook to 2030, Update 2018 - Capacity, Generation, Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles’, some of the major companies that are currently operating in the Chinese hydropower industry includes names like along River Hydropower Development Company, Ltd., State Grid Corporation of China, China, Three Gorges Corporation, China Power Investment Corporation, China International Water & Electric Corp., China Huaneng Group, China Guodian Corporation and China Datang Corporation.

There are three types of hydropower stations installed in China and these include the small hydropower plant, medium hydropower plant and large hydropower plants. The majority of power plants are either large or medium sized plants which generate high amount of energy. The Chinese companies have a specific set of requirements that need to be met before a project can begin execution. This includes a good quality design which is complemented by technical management. Using the full knowledge of the natural conditions including geography, geology and even earthquakes, a plan is developed that needs to put into execution. While the hydropower is still under construction, scientific management is recommended because construction activities can easily be affected by either human or natural activities. A technical management system also needs to be established due to the complex procedure that is involved in the construction of hydropower plants.

Hydropower projects are gaining much attention in the recent times however; it has gained major traction in China due to their high energy requirements and relatively lower number of non-renewable sources of energy. Hence, the growth potential in the country is immense which is being tapped by companies both national as well as international.

The competition landscape of this industry is segmented due to the huge financial resources in forms of capital investment that are required by the companies even before they begin operations. Many companies are going to enter this market and gain advantage of this untapped potential.

To know more click on the link below:

Related Reports:


Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
0124-4230204

Evolution in Clinical Studies to Drive Asia Cholesterin Industry: Ken Research

Cholesterin is a German word for cholesterol which is a crystalline, fatty natural substance found in almost all animal cells. Apart from bile, cholesterol is produced in liver, brain, nerves and blood in all animals. It plays a major role in cell membrane stabilization and nerve function, production of sex hormones and other processes within the body. It is a component of the cell membrane that helps in increasing stability of the membrane when coupled with proteins. It also helps to introduce signalling substance into and out of the cell membrane. Every human body contains about 140g of cholesterol additional to the 95% of cholesterol within the cells and cell membranes. Lipoproteins help in supplying the cells with cholesterol which vary in densities according to their behaviour during various functions. Cholesterol is a polycyclic alcohol and it is not fat. It is a sensitive oxidant and autoxidation process leads to many reactions within a human body.

In the cholesterol synthesis process, PCSK9 is the chief component. Investigational antibodies promise to block the enzyme and subsequently lower LDL cholesterol. Cholesterylester transfer protein (CETP) increases HDL cholesterol in order to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. This advanced treatment is appealing due to its success and mechanisms of action. It needs to be proven that lowering LDL cholesterol levels is beneficial to the biological system. Drug makers or manufacturers are also hesitant to cholesterylester transfer protein (CETP), inhibitors after Pfizer's torcetrapib and Roche's dalcetrapib both failed in trials during the development of advanced cholesterol drugs. Majority of the drug companies encouraged the development of HDL-boosters that could be an heir to best-selling LDL cholesterol lowering medicines.

According to the study “Asia Cholesterin Industry Situation and Prospects Research report”, Asian cholesterin industry is spread across China, India, Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia and other regions. All the leading vendors are increasingly focusing on developing new drugs that exhibit long-term reliability. The vendors are increasingly competing against each other based on factors such as price, features, and product quality. The leading players in Asian cholesterin industry are Dishman, NK, Nippon Fine Chemical, Zhejiang Garden Biochemical, Jingkang Biotechnology and Tianqi Chemical. Cholesterin is used in cosmetic, pharmaceutical and others industries for various applications. Lanolin source and animal brain source are the two types of cholesterin available in Asian markets.

Asia accounts for a largest share in the cholesterin market due to health awareness, enhanced standard of living, demand for quality cosmetics products and advanced pharmaceuticals. The increasing consumption of cholesterin products for various applications is encouraging the market towards expansion attracting huge recognition and the trend will continue over the next few years in Asian markets.

To know more, click on the link below:

Contact Us:
Ken Research 
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
+91-9015378249

The Changing Landscape Of The Spanish Hydropower Industry: Ken Research


The world has witnessed an increasing rate of green house gas emissions which has impacted the earth in a disastrous way. New methods of energy production and development are being developed in various countries. One of the major shifts in energy production is the use of renewable sources of energy generation. One of the primary renewable resources is the hydro energy which is used to generate electricity by making water fall on large turbines from a great height. Spain is extensively utilising its hydropower potential in order to ensure safer environment for its future generation. Spain has numerous hydropower projects that are still under construction and some that began operations long back. There are three broad categories of hydropower projects and these include Small Hydro projects, Medium Hydro projects and large hydro projects.

Many organisations are developing small hydropower projects due to the cost effectiveness associated with them. According to the study, 'Hydropower (Large, Small And Pumped Storage) In Spain, Market Outlook To 2030, Update 2018 - Capacity, Generation, Regulations And Company Profiles', some of the major companies that are working in the hydropower energy generation industry include Iberdrola, S.A., GrupoFerroatlantica, S.L., Gas Natural Fenosa Group, E.ON Espana and AccionaEnergia, S.A. Small Hydropower plant projects are the most cost effective method of fulfilling energy requirements of a less developed region, which is why they attract attention in the developing nations. They require relatively less capital investment and though, produce lower amount of energy but enough to fulfil the needs of a remote area which can ensure development in that region too. Out of the total hydropower electricity generated in Spain, a significant portion was generated via small hydropower projects which are unique considering that they generate lower amount of electricity as compared to the other two.

Most number of hydropower plants is located in the northern region where there is abundance of river basins coupled with hydropower generation potential which makes it a favourable zone for setting up such projects. The surge of small hydropower projects in Spain is mainly due to the governmental rules and regulation which promoted the generation of energy via renewable sources. The electricity sector law set a special regulatory and economic framework for industries that generated power using renewable forms of energy. The overall installed capacity of hydropower projects in Spain has been increasing constantly over the past few years and the same if expected to be carried for the upcoming years.

The competition scenario can be narrowed down to only few players in the market who have the ability to make huge capital investments that too after the returns begin to generate after a period nearly a decade. Many companies that entered this segment could not survive the pressure and were forced to exit, whereas those who continued eventually became the market leaders. The future of this industry is expected to be bright especially due to the strong support that the Spanish regulatory framework provides. The established companies now face no threat from new entrants as they have become behemoths in this sector holding onto their share. If new companies are able to develop better techniques which are highly cost effective only then the big giants can be put into trouble.

For more information on the research report, refer to below link:-

Related Reports:-


Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
Sales@kenresearch.com
+91-9015378249

Emerging Economies and Industrialization to Boost Asia Engineered Ceramics Industry; Ken Research

Engineered ceramics are ceramic compounds that are extensively used in various applications such as power generation, aero propulsion, E/O packaging, personnel protection, and industrial processing equipment. Structural applications of engineered ceramics are used in the manufacture of cutting tools, wear components, armor, and engines. Engineered ceramics are popularly known as advanced ceramics, technical ceramics, industrial ceramics, to fine ceramics. Engineered ceramics possess exceptional magnetic, optical, thermal, and electrical properties. Engineered ceramics are effective substitutes due to their striking features of excellent performance level and quality. There is a huge demand for engineered ceramics due to its extensive physical and chemical properties.

According to the study “Asia Engineered Ceramics Industry Situation and Prospects Research report”, the increase in stringent environmental regulatory issues and augmented competition level from substitute materials is the key factor affecting the growth of engineering ceramics industry. Engineered ceramics is categorized based on its application in various industries such as military, aerospace, and others. Asian engineered ceramics market is spread across China, Japan, India, Korea, Saudi Arabia and other regions. The growth in the market will be robust over the next few years due to many players who are focusing on investing heavily in R&D, partnerships, acquisitions, and joint ventures. The leading players in Asia’s engineered ceramics industry are CoorsTek, Smart Ceramics, Morgan Advanced Materials, Pingxiang Chemshun Ceramics Co.,Ltd, Blasch Precision Ceramics, and CeramTec. Type I and type II are the two types of products in Asian engineered ceramics market.

Engineered ceramics are used in various automotive heat engines, medical implants/devices, and electrochemical devices due to rise in the demands, widespread usage of coated machinery gears, increase in applications, adopting enhanced coatings, rising market in commercial sector, and huge investments. Asia accounts for a largest share in the engineered ceramics industry and it is estimated that the region will dominating the global market until next few years due to constant technological innovations, rise in the investments by the manufacturers, and heavy manufacturing base. Industrialization in emerging economies such as China and India has led to significant growth opportunities in Asian engineered ceramics market. Emerging economies are dependent on engineered ceramics industry that will drive an increased adoption. Asian engineered ceramics market is expected to witness a steady growth due to rising regulatory framework, growing adoption of engineered ceramics across various sectors and demand for quality that will drive the market over the next few years.

To know more, click on the link below:
Contact Us:
Ken Research 
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
+91-9015378249

Iot Innovations Used By Leading Tourism Industry Players Market Outlook: Ken Research


According to the study, INTERNET OF THINGS IN TOURISM-THEMATIC RESEARCH, there is immense scope in the tourism industry to incorporate IoT and improve general operations and customer satisfaction. Many aspects of the tourism industry’s growth seem to be linked with the incorporation of IoT. Tourism and hospitality is a rapidly growing sector and is beginning to individually develop its fields. The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a world where various devices are connected to the internet with a view to further automate people’s lives, save energy and make industrial processes run more efficiently.
Certain innovations have already begun to take shape. In 2016, mobile keys began to come out into the spotlight with use by globally renowned hoteliers such as Starwood and Hilton. The concept used is that through a mobile app, guests are notified when their room is ready. On reaching the room, guests simply wave their phone in front of the lock to open the door. Mobile keys increase guest satisfaction as they no longer have to wait at the reception for their keys to arrive. Starwood is using the SPG keyless entry phone app so that guests book through Starwood’s own properties. Luggage too is an important part of travelling and tourism. A new concept of smart luggage is being researched and a few manufacturers are testing prototypes of the same. One such manufacturer is Trunkster which is trying to develop zipper less luggage equipped with GPS and some other features. However, this concept faces a few challenges with the main one being the involvement of sensors and new kind of data which needs to be processed.
Augmented and virtual reality popularity has seen an increase in the last few years among travel and tourism companies. These technologies are either being used for content marketing or to enhance the customers’ experiences for example, airlines have started using VR to show passengers their latest cabin products in advance. Artificial intelligence is also being used to speed up operations, improve quality of output and reduce costs. An example of the prospects of IoT, being realized by companies, is an internationally renowned industry player using IoT to reduce anxiety and stress levels associated with lost bags. Germany’s Lufthansa is shaping the future of travel and tourism as its passengers can track their baggage via a link found on their mobile boarding pass in the Lufthansa app. Voice technology is also believed to disrupt the travel and tourism sector. More and more customers are switching from typed-insearch to voice interactions. An increasing number of hotels have started experimenting with voice activated devices. Among such hotels are W Austin of Marriott International, Kimpton Alexis Hotel and Westin Buffalo. Despite a sluggish start, travel and tourism companies are gradually using this technology to offer customers a more satisfying experience. For instance, the Walt Disney Company had deployed a wearable, customizable, RFID-equipped MagicBand which connects to the theme park infrastructure to reduce waiting times and track guests’ locations and activities.
IoT is opening up several options and channels for progress both from the companies’ viewpoint and from that of the consumers. New technologies have been developed and certain projects are still in development stage. The use of IoT incorporated innovations by globally renowned companies, from theme park operators to international airlines, just proves the future relevance and prosperity of this industry.
To know more, click on the link below:
Related Report:-
Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
+91-9015378249

Rising Emergence Of Specialized Retailers: Ken Research


Due to the high growth of internet, global landscape of specialist retailers has completely changed. Specialist retailers are coming up with new techniques on order to get in contact with their customers. The traditional retailers involved setting up of large multichannel firms which are a retail outlet which is visited by the consumer physically. This traditional approach has been changed completely with the introduction of internet in this industry. They have changed the entire landscape for the specialist retailers.

Studies suggest that customers themselves demand a more interactive interface which improved the overall experience. Majority of the consumers are even willing to pay higher for services just to get a more enhanced experience while availing their service. According to the study, ‘Retailer Deep Dive: Specialist Retailers - Strategic Issues And Market Trends Affecting Specialist Retailers’, some of the major companies that currently operate in the specialized retail segment include The Home Depot, Lowe's Companies, Best Buy Co.  Inter Ikea Systems, Apple, Metro, AG, H&M Hennes&Mauritz, Industria de DisenoTextil, Suning.com Co., AdeoGroupe, Marks & Spencer, GOME Electrical Appliances and The Gap.

The major technology that is currently being worked upon in the specialized retail industry segment includes the Internet of Things. With use of internet of thigs, business can significantly improve the instore layout. Sensors and other devices can be user to track customer movement which can be used to place most favoured products at a position that proves to be advantageous to the company or organization. Also after analysing this data, consumers could effectively promote their products. The instore layout which is powered by sensors and internet of things is expected to witness an extremely high growth for the forecast period. Specialized retailers designed a system to reliably detect user-object interaction by using Radio Frequency Identification, also known as RFID. 

In order to prevent any company from going out of stock, managers place devices behind machines which will give a signal in case they are removed from the shelf. One of the major problems which the customers face in specialized stores is the process of checkout in which they have to wait for a great time. Rather, IoT powered devices allow consumers to make direct payment without having to stand in a queue. As the customer walks out of the showroom, the RFID tag attached with the phone will be caught by the sensors and the payment will be charged to the bank which is directly linked to the mobile phone. This would not only save time for the customers, it will also allow businesses to save on their additional costs as a separate cashier need not be employed.

The growth in the specialized sales can be on an upward trend however; this is also contingent on the fact that most of the consumers are increasingly using their mobile phones to do their shopping. The competition in the specialized retail industry is expected to be high however; companies that have huge financial resources would be the ones that would eventually lead the market.

For more information on the research report, refer to below link:-

Related Report:-

Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
Sales@kenresearch.com
+91-9015378249

The Dynamic Market of Mobile Retail Industry: Ken Research

Companies that are willing to grow and expand in the future take into account the customer needs and problems. One thing that is becoming particularly popular among the consumers is the cell phone or popularly known as the smart phone. This is one of the technologies that are set to change not only the way we connect to people but also how people conduct business. Smartphone’s have brought great ease into the lives of both the consumers as well as the retailers. The consumers can quickly open their Smartphone and look for the product they wish to buy rather travelling for a physical inspection of products. Retailers get the advantage of ease in promotional activities with reduced cost plus the benefit of wider reach which allows them to explore beyond their local market.

The overall penetration of smart phones has been increasing rapidly throughout the globe due to decreasing cost and improving interface which allows more and more users to easily use these devices. This is one of the key drivers of growth for the retail mobile phone industry. Other factors contributing growth include changing lifestyles followed by improved spending ability. According to the study, ‘Mobile In Retail - Thematic Research’, some of the major companies that are taking advantage of the rising Smartphone penetration include Amazon, Alibaba group,JD.com, ASOS Shop Direct, Best Buy, Otto group, Suning Electronics, Macys, Apple, Tesco, Home Depot, Sainsburys. There are numerous number of companies that are working in mobile retail throughout the globe, however only some of the major firms that possess financial capabilities are able to aggressively expand in this domain. Hence, the competition landscape turns out to be slightly consolidated in terms of market share, but the number of firms would be huge. Mobile Retail is a type of retail industry in which many companies can easily set up their business operations without making great capital investment or maintaining huge inventories in order to meet rising demands. 

Another usage of Mobile Retail involves the usage of algorithms to make the shopping experience more interactive and helpful for the consumers. When the consumer initially uses the Smartphone, the algorithm keeps note of the product or category that is most favored by the consumer and the algorithm then shall focus the application or website into promoting the product that is most favored by the consumer. Smartphone technology has the potential of realising an Omni channel platform where a buyer can easily buy all types of goods and services which is driven by multiple factors that include rising Smartphone penetration, improved adoption by buyers for sales completion and improved mobile functionality for retail users.

The growth in mobile phone industry will lead to a simultaneous increase in the mobile retail industry. New innovations are completely changing the already dynamic industry of mobile retail. With introductions such as Virtual Assistance and Chat bots, this industry is set to expand in the future. The companies that wish to enter the market would have to bring in further innovation which enhances the consumer experience and is relatively cost effective as well. The future of this industry is extremely bright with major potential still unexplored.

To know more click on the link below:

Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
0124-4230204

Multiple Applications to Bolster Asia Chlorogenic Acid Industry: Ken Research


Chlorogenic acid is the chief component found in coffee and in many plant compounds. It is similar to bioflavonoids and caffeine which are very useful in decreasing the absorption of dietary carbohydrates in humans. It is a useful component for health because it can reduces blood sugar levels, potentially exerts an anti-diabetic effect, and helps in weight loss and exerting an anti-obesity effect. However, these healthy aspects are not necessarily due to chlorogenic acid. Chlorogenic acids are related to polyphenol family of esters that are consumed as dietary supplement with coffee and have anti-inflammatory effects. 

According to the study “Asia Chlorogenic Acid Industry Situation and Prospects Research report”, chlorogenic acid is denoted as CGA and is a natural chemical compound. It is the ester of quinic acid and caffeic acid which is a biosynthetic intermediate in lignin biosynthesis process. It is an antioxidant that releases glucose into the bloodstream very slowly after a meal. Chlorogenic acid is termed as a useful supplement found in foods sources and are enough for a long-term preventative measures. It is found in prunes that support the laxative effect, coffee and other well known food laxative. Higher homocysteine concentrations are observed in coffee drinkers due to the presence of CGA. Chlorogenic acid is present abundantly in green coffee and many people are attracted towards it. People addicted to green coffee witnessed positive effects such as control of high blood pressure, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. 

Various chlorogenic acid products available in Asian markets are Honeysuckle Extract (HPLC 5%-20%), Honeysuckle Extract (HPLC 98%), Eucommia Extract (HPLC 5%-30%), Eucommia Extract (HPLC 50%-90%), Eucommia Extract (HPLC 98%), Green Coffee Bean Extract (HPLC 45%-50%), stevia, artichoke, and others. Chlorogenic acid is used in various industries such as supplements, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and others. Geographically, chlorogenic acid market in Asia is spread across China, India, Japan, Korea, Saudi Arabia and other regions. The rising demand coupled with increase in manufacturing units is expected to drive the chlorogenic acid market in Asia. All the leading vendors in chlorogenic acid market in Asia are increasingly focusing on creating strong brand names, better products, and exhibit long-term reliability. The vendors are increasingly competing against each other based on factors such as price, features, and product quality. The leading players in chlorogenic acid market in Asia are Naturex, EURMED SA, Applied Food Sciences, Sabinsa Corporation, Nanjing Zelang, Zhejiang Skyherb, Indfrag, Cymbio Pharma Pvt. Ltd., Changsha E.K. HERB Co. Ltd, Nulant Chem, Changsha Staherb, Haoxuan Bio, Flavour Trove and Chenguang Biotech. 

Asia accounts for a largest share in chlorogenic acid market due to enhanced standard of living, increasing health awareness, demand for quality cosmetics, supplements and pharmaceutical products. The increasing consumption of chlorogenic acid in various applications is encouraging the market towards expansion in various sectors attracting huge recognition and the trend will continue over the next few years in Asian markets. 

To know more, click on the link below:

Contact Us:
Ken Research 
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
+91-9015378249

Comparitive Parameters Of Nafld Market Outlook: Ken Research


According to the study, ’Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (Nafld) – Pipeline Review, H2 2018, NAFLD is one of the most common causes of chronic liver disease and for most people, causes no signs and symptoms and no complications. Among the most common symptoms that raise concern are malaise, fatigue and diffuse abdominal discomfort especially in the upper right region.Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is an umbrella term for a range of liver conditions affecting people who drink little to no alcohol, typically less than fourteen units in a week. NASH stands for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and it is a subtype of the disease.
As the name implies the main characteristic of­­­ nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is­­­­­ too much fat stored in liver cells. Some of the contributing factors that are considered when studying the rise of the disease are alterations in dietary habits and the increased prevalence of MetS components such as central obesity and type 2 diabetes. MetS refers to metabolic syndrome which is a cluster of risk factors. Studies investigating the natural history of NAFLD validate its progression to NASH often proceeding to advanced fibrosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Recent data also confirms that NAFLD and NASH correlate equally to obesity and type 2 diabetes globally. The disease burden of NAFLD mirrors the rapid recent rise in the incidents of diabetes, obesity and the MetS. The real burden of NAFLD most likely remains underestimated due to the long natural history of fibrosis development in NAFLD and the lack of disease awareness in the physician as well as patient communities. Further, since the ailment can coexist with other liver diseases such as chronic hepatitis C, clear identification of NAFLD as the main ailment may be difficult.
NAFLD is expected to become the next global epidemic soon however, despite its widespread effects a lot is still unknown about it and its subtype NASH. At the same time obesity, which was always considered a Western concept, is prevalent in Asia as well and this gives NAFLD a penetrative opportunity into Asia. Its effects have already begun to be witnessed as studies reveal that currently, the Asians lying in BMI category ‘non-obese’ have been found to suffer from NAFLD. There have been a number of observations made related to NAFLD and NASH found in Western and Asian countries. The prevalence of NAFLD in both regions is nearly same with one-fourth of the people affected however, the proportion of affected patients that also had NASH is considerably greater in the Western countries as compared to the Asian ones. Further studies also revealed that the proportion of NAFLD patients with F3-4 fibrosis is small in Western nations and very low in Asian nations, half the former’s proportion. The prevalence of NAFLD in subjects with BMI less than 25 appears to be greater in Asian countries as compared to the Western ones with the former’s likelihood being nearly double that of the latter’s. Along with these, some other parameters were also considered that present similar results in Western and Asian domains. One such parameter is that of risk factors of NAFLD which are largely the same in both contexts and consist of obesity, metabolic syndrome and genetics.
NAFLD is a globally rising concern as it is now visibly affecting the far corners of the world. Both NAFLD and NASH are strongly found to be related to obesity and metabolic syndrome. As a result, lifestyle intervention cannot be denied. A comparative analysis between two different regions of the world reveals interesting trends with mainly the Western region being more strongly affected by NAFLD, NASH and fibrosis however, the origins of the ailment that increase risk are similar to the Asian region.
To know more, click on the link below:
Related Report:-
Contact Us:
Ken Research
Ankur Gupta, Head Marketing & Communications
+91-9015378249