ascites Flashcards
1
Q
antibiotic prophylaxis should be given to patients with ascites id
A
- had episode of SBP
- fluid protein <15 and either hepatorenal syndrome of CP score 9
2
Q
what is given for ascites antib prophylaxis
A
ciprofloxacin
or
norfloxacin
3
Q
what does SAAG >11g/L indicate
serum ascited albumin gradient
A
portal hypertension
- cirrhosis
- liver failure
- heart failure
4
Q
Mx ascites
A
reduce dietary sodium
fluid restriction if sodium <125
aldosterone antogonist e.g. spironolactone
drainage
