Which Statement Is False About the Pathophysiology of Alcoholic Cirrhosis

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which statement is false about the pathophysiology of alcoholic cirrhosis?

• A)Inflammation and damage leading to cirrhosis begin in the bile canaliculi.
• B)Alcohol is transformed to acetaldehyde, which promotes liver fibrosis.
• C)Mitochondrial function is impaired, decreasing oxidation of fatty acids.
• D)Acetaldehyde inhibits export of proteins from the liver.

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