What are the potential long-term effects of chronic hepatitis C on the liver?
aanya.bansal Answered question September 3, 2024
The potential long-term effects of chronic hepatitis C on the liver include:
1. Cirrhosis: Permanent scarring of the liver, leading to liver dysfunction.
2. Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma): Increased risk of developing liver cancer.
3. Liver Failure: Loss of liver function, requiring transplantation.
4. Portal Hypertension: High blood pressure in the liver’s portal vein, leading to:
– Varices: Enlarged veins in the esophagus or stom
aanya.bansal Answered question September 3, 2024