A 60-year-old chronic alcoholic was brought to the hospital with complaints of the protuberant abdomen (ascites) and edema feet

Q. A 60-year-old chronic alcoholic was brought to the hospital with complaints of the protuberant abdomen (ascites) and edema feet. He also had a history of hemorrhages. Blood biochemistry revealed – High serum transaminases, low Serum total proteins, Albumin and prolonged prothrombin time. Urine analysis was normal. What could be the possible diagnosis?

Q. A 60-year-old chronic alcoholic was brought to the hospital with complaints of the protuberant abdomen (ascites) and edema feet. He also had a history of hemorrhages. Blood biochemistry revealed – High serum transaminases, low Serum total proteins, Albumin and prolonged prothrombin time. Urine analysis was normal. What could be the possible diagnosis?

A.            Renal failure

B.            Protein malnutrition

C.            Cirrhosis of liver

D.            Heart failure

Answer: Cirrhosis of liver

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