Which factors contribute to ascites in patients with cirrhosis?
A) Increased aldosterone and deficit of albumin
B) Severe anemia and increased serum bilirubin
C) Hypokalemia and increased serum ammonia
D) Hyperproteinemia and persistent hypotension

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Ascites in cirrhosis is primarily due to portal hypertension and hypoalbuminemia, which are related to increased aldosterone and a deficit of albumin.

Which Factors Contribute to Ascites in Patients with Cirrhosis