The pathological hallmark of cirrhosis is the development of scar tissue that replaces normal parenchyma, blocking the portal flow of blood through the organ and disturbing normal function.
The pathological hallmark of cirrhosis is the development of scar tissue. This development of scar tissue replaces normal parenchyma. This development of scar tissue is blocking the portal flow of blood through the organ. This development of scar tissue is disturbing normal function.