Question

A 55-year-old man with known cirrhosis due to hepatitis C has new-onset ascites and pedal oedema. According to guidelines, which diuretic combination is most commonly used first-line to manage ascites in cirrhosis?

Accepted Answer

C. Spironolactone plus furosemide

Answer

A. Loop diuretic alone (furosemide)

Answer

B. Thiazide diuretic alone (bendroflumethiazide)

Answer

D. Amiloride alone

Answer

E. Metolazone plus furosemide

Practice question

A 55-year-old man with known cirrhosis due to hepatitis C has new-onset ascites and pedal oedema. According to guidelines, which diuretic combination is most commonly used first-line to manage ascites in cirrhosis?