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What is the final common pathway of many types of chronic liver injury?
What is the final common pathway of many types of chronic liver injury?
- Extensive fibrosis (correct)
- Hepatocyte necrosis
- Distortion of vascular bed
- Connective tissue deposition
Which mechanism contributes to the development of portal hypertension in liver cirrhosis?
Which mechanism contributes to the development of portal hypertension in liver cirrhosis?
- Increased resistance to portal flow (correct)
- Decreased portal flow
- Decreased splanchnic flow
- Active hepatic vasodilation
In chronic liver disease, which factor is associated with the development of ascites?
In chronic liver disease, which factor is associated with the development of ascites?
- Serum bilirubin >3 mg/dL
- Hepatic venous pressure gradient (HVPG) >12 mm Hg (correct)
- Development of esophageal varices
- Serum albumin >3.5 g/dL
What are the common causes of liver cirrhosis?
What are the common causes of liver cirrhosis?
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What is the median survival for individuals with decompensated cirrhosis?
What is the median survival for individuals with decompensated cirrhosis?
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What develops in 50-60% of cirrhotic patients?
What develops in 50-60% of cirrhotic patients?
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