Chapter 17, Problem 17SQ

a.

Summary Introduction

To describe: The three common types of cirrhosis and give one cause for each.

Concept introduction: Cirrhosis is an irreversible inflammatory and fibrotic liver disease that causes liver dysfunctioning due to the long-term liver damage. It is commonly caused by high alcohol consumption, hepatitis infection, or due to nonalcoholic liver diseases. Also, less common causes of cirrhosis include certain medications, primary biliary cholangitis, hemochromatosis, and due to the formation of gallstones.

b.

Summary Introduction

To state: The rationale for the following signs of cirrhosis: nausea, abdominal pain, esophageal varices, and hepatic encephalopathy.

Concept introduction: Cirrhosis is an irreversible inflammatory and fibrotic liver disease that causes liver dysfunctioning due to the long-term liver damage. It is commonly caused by high alcohol consumption, hepatitis infection, or due to nonalcoholic liver diseases. Also, less common causes of cirrhosis include certain medications, primary biliary cholangitis, hemochromatosis, and due to the formation of gallstones.