Cirrhosis Overview | Clinical Presentation

What is cirrhosis? Cirrhosis is a disease in which the liver becomes scarred over time from chronic inflammation and liver cell damage. Cirrhosis can be caused by various diseases, with alcohol abuse and viral hepatitis among the most common. This video discusses the cellular mechanism behind fibrotic tissue generation and the pathophysiology of a cirrhotic liver. It also covers some of the major complications, as well as clinical signs and symptoms.