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Guideline: Management of ascites from cirrhosis

Source: www.ems.org.eg
Topic: Cirrhosis
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Sort Desciption: Ascites is the most common of the major complications of cirrhosis. ... Background Cirrhosis was the eleventh leading cause of death, ...

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Ascites is the most common of the major complications of cirrhosis. The development of ascites is an important landmark in the natural history of cirrhosis and has been proposed as an indication for liver transplantation. The initial evaluation of a patient with ascites should include a history, physical evaluation, and abdominal paracentesis with ascitic fluid analysis. Treatment should consist of abstinence from alcohol, sodium restricted diet, and diuretics. ...

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