Which Aspect of Cirrhosis Accounts for the Development of Esophageal

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which aspect of cirrhosis accounts for the development of esophageal varices?

• A) Portal hypertension
• B) Decreased level of fibrinogen in blood
• C) Retention of sodium
• D) Low osmolality of the plasma
• E) Hypersplenism

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