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11 Φεβ 2023 · Fluid accumulation in the abdomen, called ascites (uh-SAHY-teez). Spiderlike blood vessels on the skin. Redness in the palms of the hands. Pale fingernails, especially the thumb and index finger. Clubbing of the fingers, in which the fingertips spread out and become rounder than usual.
11 Φεβ 2023 · Cirrhosis care at Mayo Clinic. CT scan. Liver biopsy. Show more related information. Treatment for cirrhosis depends on the cause and extent of your liver damage. The goals of treatment are to slow the progression of scar tissue in the liver and to prevent or treat symptoms and complications of cirrhosis.
19 Ιουν 2024 · There are several known risk factors that could increase your risk of developing stomach cancer, for instance, smoking doubles your risk of stomach cancer, family history of stomach cancer, infection with H. pylori, long-term stomach inflammation, gastroesophageal reflux disease, or stomach polyps.
Malignant ascites indicates the presence of malignant cells in the peritoneal cavity and is a grave prognostic sign. While survival in this patient population is poor, averaging about 20 wk from time of diagnosis, quality of life can be improved through palliative procedures.
Checking this fluid for white blood cells, blood, cancer cells, and bacteria can help determine the cause and diagnose an infection, if present. Finding cancer cells in the fluid confirms a diagnosis of malignant ascites as opposed to liver damage or other causes.
1 Απρ 2019 · Portal hypertension is a major complication of cirrhosis, and its consequences, including ascites, esophageal varices, hepatic encephalopathy, and hepatorenal syndrome, lead to substantial morbidity and mortality.
28 Μαΐ 2021 · Ascites happens when fluid builds up between the two layers. What are risk factors for ascites? Having a condition that causes cirrhosis puts you at greater risk for developing ascites.
