Which aspect of cirrhosis accounts for the development of esophageal varices?
A) Portal hypertension
B) Decreased level of fibrinogen in blood
C) Retention of sodium
D) Low osmolality of the plasma
E) Hypersplenism

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Esophageal varices develop due to an increase in pressure in the portal vein, which is called portal hypertension. This increased pressure causes blood to back up into smaller blood vessels, including those in the esophagus, which can lead to the development of esophageal varices.

Which Aspect of Cirrhosis Accounts for the Development of Esophageal