Minimizing ascites: Complication of cirrhosis signals clinical deterioration

Ascites, the pathologic accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, is a common and serious complication of cirrhosis of the liver. Proper management with a combination of dietary, medical, and surgical approaches is essential to prolong life and improve its quality. In this article, Drs Garcia...

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Published in:Postgraduate medicine 2001-02, Vol.109 (2), p.91-103
Main Authors: Garcia, Nelson, Sanyal, Arun J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Ascites - complications
Ascites - diagnosis
Ascites - etiology
Ascites - therapy
Diuretics - therapeutic use
Hepatorenal Syndrome - diagnosis
Hepatorenal Syndrome - etiology
Hepatorenal Syndrome - therapy
Humans
Liver Cirrhosis - complications
Paracentesis
Peritoneovenous Shunt
Peritonitis - etiology
Peritonitis - microbiology
Peritonitis - prevention & control
Portasystemic Shunt, Transjugular Intrahepatic
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Summary:Ascites, the pathologic accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, is a common and serious complication of cirrhosis of the liver. Proper management with a combination of dietary, medical, and surgical approaches is essential to prolong life and improve its quality. In this article, Drs Garcia and Sanyal explain how to prevent and treat this condition and how to recognize potential complications in time to minimize further damage.
ISSN:0032-5481
1941-9260
DOI:10.3810/pgm.2001.02.854