Post-SVR Cirrhosis Complications — RACP Adult Medicine MCQ

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ModerateGastroenterology & HepatologyPost-SVR Cirrhosis ComplicationsRACP Adult Medicine

A 60-year-old woman with HCV cirrhosis achieves SVR. Despite SVR, develops ascites 2 years later. Explanation?

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Correct answer: C — SVR does NOT reverse established cirrhosis – portal hypertension persists

SVR halts injury but established cirrhosis/portal HTN persists. Ongoing surveillance (HCC, varices) mandatory indefinitely.

Reference: GESA – 2022; AASLD – 2023