2. Classification and causes Severe, extensive degeneration and necrosis of hepatic cells Acute(fulminant) hepatic failure Late stage of cirrhosis or carcinoma of the liver Chronic hepatic failure4 Severe, extensive degeneration and necrosis of hepatic cells → Acute (fulminant) hepatic failure Late stage of cirrhosis or carcinoma of the liver → Chronic hepatic failure 2. Classification and causes