A chronic, progressive inflammation and eventual irreversible degeneration of the liver with nodules and scarring is called peritonitis
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
Explanation: Peritonitis affects the peritoneum, not the liver. This describes cirrhosis.
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