Pathology Hepatitis B infection persists in 3% asymptomatic individuals. Why is there an increased risk of developing liver cancer in these patients? A Inability to induce inflammation to remove organism B Increased liver transaminases C Recurrent episodes of inflammation D Integration of viral DNA to host DNA 💡 Explanation Hepatitis B infection persists in 3% asymptomatic individuals. Why is there an increased risk of developing liver cancer in these patients? ✓ Correct Answer: D. Integration of viral DNA to host DNA