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Abdominal ascites is most commonly caused by portal hypertension from liver cirrhosis. When present, portal hypertension is associated with an elevated serum-ascites albumin gradient (SAAG) ≥1.1 g/dL. In contrast, a SAAG < 1.1 g/dL suggests malignancy, tuberculosis, pancreatitis, or nephrotic syndrome. Here, we present a case of low SAAG ...
- Abdominal Swelling and Distension: An Unusual Cause of 'Ascites'
Abdominal Swelling and Distension: An Unusual Cause of...
- Abdominal Swelling and Distension: An Unusual Cause of 'Ascites'
A common medical cause of presentation with a distended abdomen accompanied by dull percussion (with or without shifting), fluid thrill, and bulging flanks is ascites. Further imaging modalities such as ultrasound or CT scan of the abdomen and abdominal paracentesis can be used to evaluate underlying etiology of abdominal distension.
28 Μαΐ 2021 · What causes ascites? Cirrhosis is the most common cause of ascites. Other conditions that can cause it include heart failure, kidney failure, infection or cancer.
Ascites (/ ə ˈ s aɪ t i z /; [5] Greek: ἀσκός, romanized: askos, meaning "bag" or "sac" [6]) is the abnormal build-up of fluid in the abdomen. [1] Technically, it is more than 25 ml of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, although volumes greater than one liter may occur. [4] Symptoms may include increased abdominal size, increased weight, abdominal discomfort, and shortness of breath. [3]
3 ημέρες πριν · Ascites may cause the following signs and symptoms: abdominal swelling. bloating that causes an enlarged and painful belly. weight gain and/or clothes that become tight. shortness of breath and coughing, as more fluid collects. Additional symptoms of ascites may include appetite loss, constipation, fatigue, fever, nausea, vomiting, and swelling ...
27 Φεβ 2024 · Causes. Vs. belly fat. Is it life threatening? Treatment. Diagnosis. Outlook. Summary. Ascites is a buildup of fluid in the abdomen. It can happen when the liver is not working properly....
Abdominal Swelling and Distension: An Unusual Cause of 'Ascites' Am J Med. 2021 Nov;134 (11):1368-1370. doi: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2021.05.018. Epub 2021 Jun 29. Authors. Kylynn K Koh 1 , Y X Wang 1 , Z Y Chang 2 , H Kaur 2 , R Y H Soh 2 , M T Kasunuran-Cruz 2 , John T Y Soong 3. Affiliations.
