liver cirrhosis Flashcards
1
Q
what is liver cirrhosis?
A
the result of chronic inflammation and damage to live cells ( irreversible)
2
Q
what happens in liver cirrhosis?
A
- liver cells are damaged
- cells are replaced with scar tissue ( fibrosis)
- nodules of scar tissue form within the liver
3
Q
what are the causes of liver cirrhosis?
A
- alcoholic liver disease
- non alcoholic liver disease
- HEP B
- HEP C
4
Q
what are the other causes of liver cirrhosis?
A
- haemochromatosis
- Wilsons disease
- alpha-antitrypsin deficiency
5
Q
what are the symptoms of liver cirrhosis?
A
ascites
jaundice
hepatomegaly
splenomegaly
spider naevi
palmar erythema
bruising
asterix
caput medusae
6
Q
how is liver cirrhosis diagnosed?
A
- low platers, high INR, low albumin
- US and CT- Hepatomegaly
- FBC- thrombocytopenia
- liver biopsy - diagnostic
7
Q
what is the treatment for liver cirrhosis?
A
liver transplant
alcohol abstinence and good nutrition
treat complications
screen for HCC
