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The clinical signs of cirrhosis of the liver are _________
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Abnormal swelling
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Sleeping
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Ascites and hypoalbuminemia
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Fat malabsorption
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Cirrhosis of the liver is a condition characterized by the scarring and damage to the liver tissue. Ascites refers to the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, which is commonly seen in cirrhosis due to increased pressure in the portal vein. Hypoalbuminemia, on the other hand, is a low level of albumin in the blood, which can occur in cirrhosis due to decreased liver function. These clinical signs, ascites and hypoalbuminemia, are commonly observed in patients with cirrhosis of the liver.