ASCP Pathology Assistant Practice Exam

Budd-Chiari Syndrome is a condition caused by the obstruction of blood flow out of the liver due to thrombosis of the hepatic veins. The symptoms typically associated with this syndrome arise from liver congestion and increased pressure in the hepatic veins.

Ascites, which is the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, is common due to the portal hypertension that results from the obstructed drainage of blood. This fluid buildup can lead to distension and uncomfortable pressure in the abdomen, which many patients report as abdominal pain. Therefore, the combination of ascites and abdominal pain aligns well with the pathophysiology of Budd-Chiari Syndrome.

In contrast, other choices mention symptoms related to various conditions that do not connect with the mechanism of Budd-Chiari Syndrome. Hematuria and pyuria are signs of urinary tract issues, cystitis relates to inflammation of the bladder, and downward displacement of the brain pertains to neurological concerns, none of which are relevant to the hepatic complications seen in Budd-Chiari Syndrome.