ABC D lexicon
Liver cirrhosis
A disease of the liver in which connective tissue proliferates and healthy liver tissue is replaced (fibrosis). This gradually leads to impaired liver function. It is a serious and progressive condition that can cause hardening, scarring and shrinkage of the liver.
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