Liver Cirrhosis Definition and Causes
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What is the main pathological process in liver cirrhosis?

  • Excessive alcohol metabolism in the liver
  • Accumulation of iron in the liver
  • Inflammation of the liver cells
  • Replacement of normal liver tissue with abnormal scarred tissue (correct)

    • Which virus can cause chronic viral hepatitis leading to liver cirrhosis?

  • Hepatitis E virus
  • Hepatitis A virus
  • Hepatitis D virus
  • Hepatitis C virus (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a manifestation of advanced liver cirrhosis?

  • Jaundice
  • Splenomegaly
  • Gynaecomastia
  • Thrombocytosis (correct)

    • What is the main complication of cirrhosis that can arise regardless of its cause?

    <p>Hepatocellular carcinoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to the development of porto-systemic collaterals known as caput medusae in cirrhotic patients?

    <p>Portal hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of variceal bleeding in patients with liver cirrhosis?

    <p>Portal hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a treatment option for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis in patients with liver cirrhosis?

    <p>Antibiotics and albumin infusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which investigation is recommended for screening hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with liver cirrhosis?

    <p>Pelvi-abdominal ultrasound and alpha-fetoprotein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is used to determine the degree of liver inflammation in patients with liver cirrhosis?

    <p>Liver enzymes (AST, ALT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a treatment option for hepatic encephalopathy in patients with liver cirrhosis?

    <p>Lactulose and antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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