Liver disease can eventually lead to edema, decreases in glomerular filtration rate, and increased sodium retention. This complication is referred to as: O Hepatomegaly O Ascites O Hepatorenal syndrome O Varices

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**Liver Disease Complications**

Liver disease can eventually lead to edema, decreases in glomerular filtration rate, and increased sodium retention. This complication is referred to as:

- O   Hepatomegaly
- O   Ascites
- O   Hepatorenal syndrome
- O   Varices

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*Note*: The text lists multiple-choice options for identifying a specific complication related to liver disease that leads to symptoms such as edema, reduced glomerular filtration rate, and increased sodium retention. It prompts the reader to select the correct term from the given options.
Transcribed Image Text:**Liver Disease Complications** Liver disease can eventually lead to edema, decreases in glomerular filtration rate, and increased sodium retention. This complication is referred to as: - O Hepatomegaly - O Ascites - O Hepatorenal syndrome - O Varices --- *Note*: The text lists multiple-choice options for identifying a specific complication related to liver disease that leads to symptoms such as edema, reduced glomerular filtration rate, and increased sodium retention. It prompts the reader to select the correct term from the given options.
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