What is the primary cause of hypertriglyceridemia in patients with nephrotic syndrome?

A Increased lipolysis
B Decreased lipoprotein lipase activity
C Increased hepatic production of VLDL ✓
D Decreased clearance of triglycerides

Explanation

Nephrotic syndrome leads to hypoalbuminemia, which results in increased hepatic production of VLDL, causing hypertriglyceridemia.

Source

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders Lipid Metabolism Hypertriglyceridemia Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high