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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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