The worst pathological condition that can develop in the liver Cirrhosis. This is a condition, in which irreversible changes occur in the liver, characterized by the replacement of functional tissue with connective tissue. That is, cells die and our "main filter" loses all of its many functions. Most often, cirrhosis is the result of hepatitis, which, in turn, develops due to alcoholism or infection with the hepatitis virus. Unfortunately, cirrhosis of the liver cannot be cured, it is only possible to partially control symptoms and stop the process. Liver transplantation is recommended for such patients.