ascites Flashcards
1
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definition of ascites
A
abnormal accumulation of fluid in abdominal cavity
2
Q
causes of exudative ascites
A
cancer
sepsis
TB
nephrotic syndrome
3
Q
causes of transudative ascites
A
outflow problem - e.g. Budd-Chiari
4
Q
signs of ascites
A
swollen abdomen with shifting dullness
5
Q
complications of ascites
A
bacterial overgrowth of stagnant fluid
spontaneous bacterial peritonitis
6
Q
diagnosis of exudate ascites
A
serum to albumin gradient is less than 11g/L
high protein fluid
7
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diagnosis of transudate ascites
A
serum to albumin gradient is over 11g/L
low protein fluid
