PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

HEALING AND REPAIR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Liver abscess leads to scar formation even if the remaining liver cell have the capacity to regenerate
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If you’re diagnosed when some scar tissue has already formed, your liver can repair and even regenerate itself. Because of this, damage from liver disease can often be reversed with a well-managed treatment plan.

Detailed explanation-2: -Abstract. Known as a uniquely regenerative tissue, the liver shows a remarkable capacity to heal without scarring after many types of acute injury.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cirrhosis is a type of liver damage where healthy cells are replaced by scar tissue. Common causes include excessive drinking of alcohol, hepatitis B and C virus infections, and fatty liver that’s caused by obesity and diabetes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Liver abscesses can take quite a long time to get better. But with the right treatment, people normally make a full recovery. If you have a suspected abscess, your doctor will examine your stomach to see if your liver is enlarged and harder than usual. It may feel tender when they press your liver.

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