Which liver disease category is characterized by inflammation and necrosis of liver cells?
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The question is asking to identify the category of liver disease that is defined by inflammation and necrosis of liver cells, requiring knowledge of liver disease classifications.
Answer
Liver cirrhosis and alcoholic hepatitis are characterized by inflammation and necrosis of liver cells.
Liver cirrhosis and conditions such as alcoholic hepatitis are characterized by inflammation and necrosis of liver cells. These conditions involve persistent inflammation, liver cell necrosis, and are often followed by fibrosis.
Answer for screen readers
Liver cirrhosis and conditions such as alcoholic hepatitis are characterized by inflammation and necrosis of liver cells. These conditions involve persistent inflammation, liver cell necrosis, and are often followed by fibrosis.
More Information
Cirrhosis is a late-stage liver disease resulting from various causes of liver damage. It involves inflammation and necrosis, leading to fibrosis and altered liver function. In alcoholic hepatitis, necrosis and inflammation occur due to the toxic effects of alcohol.
Tips
A common mistake is failing to differentiate between liver diseases that primarily involve fibrosis (like cirrhosis) and those involving necrosis and inflammation.
Sources
- Liver Necrosis - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
- Alcohol-Related Liver Disease - Merck Manual Professional Edition - merckmanuals.com
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