Cirrhosis of the liver is the last stage

Cirrhosis develops rapidly. Often a patient turns to doctors when cirrhosis reaches the last stage.

Signs of the last stage of liver cirrhosis

The last stage of cirrhosis is called the decompensation stage. The difference between this stage of the pathology is that virtually all of the hepatic parenchyma is replaced by a connective tissue and the organ loses its ability to function:

1. A person experiences a sharp weakness. He is actually exhausted, losing weight.
2. Intestinal disorder and emetic pushes are the usual symptoms of liver cirrhosis in the last stage.
3. Atrophy of muscle tissues of the intercostal space is observed.
4. The temperature is constantly high.
5. The thinking process is disrupted, incoherence of speech may manifest.
6. Since cirrhosis of the liver provokes the development of peptic ulcer and varicose veins of the esophagus, often the disease leads to heavy bleeding.
7. Violation of metabolic processes causes fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity ( ascites ), which also manifests itself in the form of a sharply protruding abdomen and swelling.

Is cirrhosis treated at the last stage?

Unfortunately, pathology is difficult to treat even at an early stage of development. The optimal method of treatment is transplantation. The liver belongs to the rapidly regenerating organs and is capable of restoration even when 80% of the tissues are affected.

The problem is that liver dysfunction affects almost all organs and systems, leading to irreversible changes. In addition, the patient's condition is so severe, and immunity is suppressed, that the body is often unable to bear the extra burden and provide tissue regeneration. Therefore, the main task of doctors at this time - to support the functionality of the body and extend the life of the patient.