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Regarding hepatobiliary disease, which of the following statements is true?

A

Hepatitis B is the most common viral cause of cirrhosis worldwide

B

Fewer than 5% of patients with chronic hepatitis C will develop cirrhosis

C

In India, hepatitis B is transmitted primarily by the feco-oral route

D

Hepatitis C is a more frequent cause for fulminant hepatitis than hepatitis B infection

High-Yield Explanation

Hepatitis B is a potentially life-threatening liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It is a major global health problem. It can cause chronic infection and puts people at high risk of death from cirrhosis and liver cancer. Ref Davidson 23rd edition pg 868

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