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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.
Ascites can manifest in various ways depending on their severity. People with mild ascites may have a normal-looking abdomen, whereas those with severe ascites may have a swollen or distended abdomen: Ascites can exert pressure on the abdomen, making it feel bloated.
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 ...
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.
24 Νοε 2020 · Ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, which can lead to a very large distended abdomen. As the abdomen grows larger, the increased pressure may cause abdominal discomfort, lack of appetite, and shortness of breath.
27 Φεβ 2024 · Ascites is a buildup of fluid in the abdomen. It commonly occurs as a complication of liver disease. Symptoms include bloating, indigestion, constipation, and shortness of breath.
Key points about ascites. Ascites occurs when fluid collects in spaces in your belly (abdomen). As fluid collects in the belly, it can affect your lungs, kidneys, and other organs. Ascites causes belly pain, swelling, nausea, vomiting, and other problems.
