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Medicine - Hepatology

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What is the inflammation of the liver caused by factors such as viral infection, excessive alcohol consumption, or fat accumulation?

What is the late-stage liver condition characterized by advanced fibrosis or scarring, leading to liver failure?

Which type of hepatitis is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, often through contaminated food or water?

Which type of hepatitis is transmitted through blood and is a risk for those with unprotected sex or substance use disorder?

Which type of hepatitis is primarily transmitted through blood, with risks including injectable substance use and unsanitary tattoo equipment?

Which type of hepatitis requires coinfection with hepatitis B and is associated with injectable substance use?

Which type of hepatitis is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, often through ingestion of contaminated food or water?

What are common symptoms and physical findings in hepatitis, including influenza-like manifestations and jaundice?

What are the key aspects of patient care for someone with hepatitis, including positioning and monitoring for complications?

What are the potential complications of cirrhosis that can lead to severe health issues?

What is the prevalence and potential outcome of untreated cirrhosis, including the risk of liver failure?

What is a common finding in clients with chronic liver disease, often caused by a buildup of bile salts?

How is jaundice related to liver disease, particularly in terms of serum bilirubin levels?

What does dark urine indicate in liver disease, particularly concerning bilirubin excretion?

What do light- or clay-colored stools indicate in cirrhosis, particularly regarding bilirubin excretion?

How does ascites develop in cirrhosis, particularly in relation to portal hypertension?

What is ascites, particularly in the context of liver disease?

What are spider nevi, particularly in relation to cirrhosis of the liver?

What is the significance of ammonia levels in cirrhosis, particularly concerning hepatic encephalopathy?

Why do ammonia levels increase in cirrhosis, particularly concerning hepatocellular injury?

What is the Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) procedure, and how does it help in liver disease?

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