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FPGEE Chapter 7 Liver Function and Pathophysiology (1 of 45) Sample Questions

1. Which of the following is a common cause of developing liver cirrhosis?

A. Chronic alcoholism
B. Hepatitis A
C. Hepatic encephalopathies
D. Hepatitis B and C
E. Hypertension

Ans: A

Tips: Liver cirrhosis is gradual deterioration of liver cells and cause by the result of chronic inflammation and fibrosis or scar the of liver cells permanently. Complication of liver cirrhosis include portal hypertension, varices, encephalopathy, ascites and hepatorenal syndrome. There are 3 major factors for development of liver cirrhosis chronic hepatitis B or C, chronic alcohol use, fatty liver disease.

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