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What is the first-line imaging modality for diagnosing hepatic cirrhosis?
What is the first-line imaging modality for diagnosing hepatic cirrhosis?
- Liver biopsy
- MRI
- CT scan
- Ultrasound (correct)
Which of the following is not a clinical feature of hepatic cirrhosis?
Which of the following is not a clinical feature of hepatic cirrhosis?
- Jaundice
- Ascites
- Hematuria (correct)
- Tender RUQ
In the Child-Pugh classification system, which score indicates the most severe stage of cirrhosis?
In the Child-Pugh classification system, which score indicates the most severe stage of cirrhosis?
- Class A
- Score 10-15 (correct)
- Score 5-6
- Class B
What parameter is used to assess encephalopathy in the Child-Pugh classification system?
What parameter is used to assess encephalopathy in the Child-Pugh classification system?
What is the purpose of the MELD score in the context of hepatic cirrhosis?
What is the purpose of the MELD score in the context of hepatic cirrhosis?
What is a recommended screening method for hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with cirrhosis?
What is a recommended screening method for hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with cirrhosis?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of cirrhosis?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of cirrhosis?
What are the signs and symptoms commonly associated with compensated cirrhosis?
What are the signs and symptoms commonly associated with compensated cirrhosis?
Which of the following is a complication of decompensated cirrhosis?
Which of the following is a complication of decompensated cirrhosis?
What is a common laboratory abnormality associated with liver cirrhosis?
What is a common laboratory abnormality associated with liver cirrhosis?
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of liver cirrhosis?
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of liver cirrhosis?
What is one of the late complications seen in patients with cirrhosis?
What is one of the late complications seen in patients with cirrhosis?
What is a common cause of liver cirrhosis?
What is a common cause of liver cirrhosis?
Which function is impaired in patients with decompensated cirrhosis?
Which function is impaired in patients with decompensated cirrhosis?
What is a genetic condition associated with the development of cirrhosis?
What is a genetic condition associated with the development of cirrhosis?
Which complication is commonly seen in patients with early-stage cirrhosis?
Which complication is commonly seen in patients with early-stage cirrhosis?
What is a risk factor for the development of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) leading to cirrhosis?
What is a risk factor for the development of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) leading to cirrhosis?
Which medication is known to cause liver damage and potentially lead to cirrhosis?
Which medication is known to cause liver damage and potentially lead to cirrhosis?
Which scoring system is used for staging and assessing the severity of cirrhosis?
Which scoring system is used for staging and assessing the severity of cirrhosis?
Which laboratory parameter is used to evaluate the liver's synthetic function in the Child-Pugh Classification system?
Which laboratory parameter is used to evaluate the liver's synthetic function in the Child-Pugh Classification system?
In patients with cirrhosis, which finding on physical examination is commonly associated with the disease?
In patients with cirrhosis, which finding on physical examination is commonly associated with the disease?
What is the primary goal of treating cirrhosis?
What is the primary goal of treating cirrhosis?
Which imaging modality is considered first-line for diagnosing hepatic cirrhosis?
Which imaging modality is considered first-line for diagnosing hepatic cirrhosis?
What is the significance of a higher MELD score in patients with cirrhosis?
What is the significance of a higher MELD score in patients with cirrhosis?
