Exam questionKROK 1Dentistry ยท 2019
A 50 years old man who has been suffering from chronic hepatic failure for years, developed Ascites. What is the main mechanism of development of this new disorder in the patient?
Answer options
- Increased pressure in the portal venous system
- Increased blood levels of low density and very low density lipoproteins
- Appearance of neurotoxic substances in blood
- Decreased hepatic synthesis of albumins and globulins
- Increased oncotic blood pressure
Correct answer
Increased pressure in the portal venous system
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