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Accumulation or retention of free fluid within the peritoneal cavity.

Presence of milky lymph (CHYLE) in the PERITONEAL CAVITY, with or without infection.

A transplantable, poorly differentiated malignant tumor which appeared originally as a spontaneous breast carcinoma in a mouse. It grows in both solid and ascitic forms.

An operation for the continuous emptying of ascitic fluid into the venous system. Fluid removal is based on intraperitoneal and intrathoracic superior vena cava pressure differentials and is performed via a pressure-sensitive one-way valve connected to a tube traversing the subcutaneous tissue of the chest wall to the neck where it enters the internal jugular vein and terminates in the superior vena cava. It is used in the treatment of intractable ascites.

The serous fluid of ASCITES, the accumulation of fluids in the PERITONEAL CAVITY.

A form of PERITONITIS seen in patients with TUBERCULOSIS, characterized by lesion either as a miliary form or as a pelvic mass on the peritoneal surfaces. Most patients have ASCITES, abdominal swelling, ABDOMINAL PAIN, and other systemic symptoms such as FEVER; WEIGHT LOSS; and ANEMIA.

Tumors or cancer of the PERITONEUM.

Liver disease in which the normal microcirculation, the gross vascular anatomy, and the hepatic architecture have been variably destroyed and altered with fibrous septa surrounding regenerated or regenerating parenchymal nodules.

Tumors or cancer of the OVARY. These neoplasms can be benign or malignant. They are classified according to the tissue of origin, such as the surface EPITHELIUM, the stromal endocrine cells, and the totipotent GERM CELLS.

Experimentally induced tumors of the LIVER.

Abnormal increase of resistance to blood flow within the hepatic PORTAL SYSTEM, frequently seen in LIVER CIRRHOSIS and conditions with obstruction of the PORTAL VEIN.

A collection of watery fluid in the pleural cavity. (Dorland, 27th ed)

A condition characterized by a dry, waxy type of swelling (EDEMA) with abnormal deposits of MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES in the SKIN and other tissues. It is caused by a deficiency of THYROID HORMONES. The skin becomes puffy around the eyes and on the cheeks. The face is dull and expressionless with thickened nose and lips.

Functional KIDNEY FAILURE in patients with liver disease, usually LIVER CIRRHOSIS or portal hypertension (HYPERTENSION, PORTAL), and in the absence of intrinsic renal disease or kidney abnormality. It is characterized by intense renal vasculature constriction, reduced renal blood flow, OLIGURIA, and sodium retention.

Experimentally induced new abnormal growth of TISSUES in animals to provide models for studying human neoplasms.

Presence of fluid in the pleural cavity resulting from excessive transudation or exudation from the pleural surfaces. It is a sign of disease and not a diagnosis in itself.

INFLAMMATION of the PERITONEUM lining the ABDOMINAL CAVITY as the result of infectious, autoimmune, or chemical processes. Primary peritonitis is due to infection of the PERITONEAL CAVITY via hematogenous or lymphatic spread and without intra-abdominal source. Secondary peritonitis arises from the ABDOMINAL CAVITY itself through RUPTURE or ABSCESS of intra-abdominal organs.

The outer margins of the ABDOMEN, extending from the osteocartilaginous thoracic cage to the PELVIS. Though its major part is muscular, the abdominal wall consists of at least seven layers: the SKIN, subcutaneous fat, deep FASCIA; ABDOMINAL MUSCLES, transversalis fascia, extraperitoneal fat, and the parietal PERITONEUM.

The space enclosed by the peritoneum. It is divided into two portions, the greater sac and the lesser sac or omental bursa, which lies behind the STOMACH. The two sacs are connected by the foramen of Winslow, or epiploic foramen.

Radiographic visualization of the body between the thorax and the pelvis, i.e., within the peritoneal cavity.

General or unspecified injuries involving organs in the abdominal cavity.

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Mechanical food dispensing machines.

The guidelines and policy statements set forth by the editor(s) or editorial board of a publication.

The profession of writing. Also the identity of the writer as the creator of a literary production.

A publication issued at stated, more or less regular, intervals.

The functions and activities carried out by the U.S. Postal Service, foreign postal services, and private postal services such as Federal Express.

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A procedure in which fluid is withdrawn from a body cavity or organ via a trocar and cannula, needle, or other hollow instrument.

Operation for biliary atresia by anastomosis of the bile ducts into the jejunum or duodenum.

Device constructed of either synthetic or biological material that is used for the repair of injured or diseased blood vessels.

Conferences, conventions or formal meetings usually attended by delegates representing a special field of interest.

The plan and delineation of prostheses in general or a specific prosthesis.

Identification and characterization of a homozygous deletion found in ovarian ascites by representational difference analysis. (1/991)

We have performed representational difference analysis (RDA) on DNA from tumor cells and normal fibroblasts isolated from the ascites of a patient with ovarian cancer. Five of six products of the RDA were homozygously deleted from the tumor DNA. One of these products has been characterized and identifies a homozygous deletion of approximately 6.9 Mb at chromosome 9p21 in the original ovarian tumor material. This deletion encompasses CDKN2A (p16), CDKN2B (p15), and IFN-alpha. PCR analysis of other tumor cell lines using the novel STS based on the RDA product has shown it to lie between IFN-alpha and p16, and to identify the distal extent of a homozygous deletion in another ovarian cancer cell line. These data provide further evidence for a tumor suppressor locus distinct from, but mapping close to, p16 on 9p21. Cytogenetic analysis using comparative genomic hybridization (CGH) performed on the same primary tumor confirmed a loss of material from chromosome 9p. However, the CGH technique had neither the resolution nor the sensitivity to define a subregion of homozygous loss. (+info)

Antibiotic penetrance of ascitic fluid in dogs. (2/991)

Antibiotic concentrations in ascitic fluid after parenteral therapy may be important in the treatment of peritonitis. We have created ascites in dogs by partial ligation of the inferior vena cava. Ascitic fluid volume was measured at the time each antibiotic was administered. Nine antibiotics were studied in the same three dogs. Antibiotic concentration in ascitic fluid was found to vary inversely with ascites volume. Percentage of penetration (ratio of ascites peak to serum peak x100) ranged from 5.8 to 65% among the drugs studied. Only metronidazole showed a statistically significant higher percentage of penetration than other antimicrobials. Concentrations in ascitic fluid after single doses of cephalothin (15 mg/kg) and the aminoglycosides (2 mg/kg, gentamicin and tobramycin; 7.5 mg/kg, amikacin and kanamycin) did not exceed the minimum inhibitory concentration of many gram-negative rods and may justify the use of higher than usual initial parenteral doses, or possibly initial intraperitoneal administration in seriously ill patients. (+info)

An endonuclease from mouse cells specific for single-stranded DNA. (3/991)

An endonuclease with a molecular weight of about 70000 (5-6S) was extensively purified from mouse ascites cells. The enzyme specifically attacks single-stranded DNA which is degraded mainly to oligonucleotides, with 5-10 residues. Supercoiled covalently closed circular phage DNA is converted to the linear relaxed form. The enzyme activity is highly sensitive to salt and can be stimulated by reagents lowering the dielectric constant of the buffer such as dimethylsulfoxide and glycerol. (+info)

Hyperreactio luteinalis associated with chronic renal failure. (4/991)

Hyperreactio luteinalis is a rare benign condition characterized by bilateral ovarian enlargement associated with pregnancies where high concentrations of maternal serum human chorionic gonadotrophins are present. This condition may mimic the ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. We report a case of a 34 year old woman with a history of chronic renal failure on haemodialysis who presented at 10 weeks' gestational age with hyperreactio luteinalis which was treated conservatively. Because of chronic renal failure, the presentation and course of the disease was different from that which has been previously reported. (+info)

Lymph and pulmonary response to isobaric reduction in plasma oncotic pressure in baboons. (5/991)

Plasma colloid osmotic pressure was reduced by 76% (from 19.6 +/- 0.6 to 4.7 +/- 1.5 mm Hg) in five baboons while pulmonary capillary hydrostatic pressure was maintained at a normal level. This resulted in fluid retention, weight gain, peripheral edema and ascites, but no pulmonary edema. Thoracic duct lymph flow increased 6-fold and pulmonary lymph flow 7-fold. Thoracic duct lymph had a lower colloid osmotic pressure (2.0 +/- 0.7 mm Hg) than plasma (4.7 +/- 1.5 mm Hg), whereas the colloid osmotic pressure of pulmonary lymph (4.7 +/- 0.7 mm Hg) was the same as that of plasma. The lymph-plasma ratio for albumin fell in thoracic duct lymph but remained unchanged in pulmonary lymph. The difference between plasma colloid osmotic pressure and pulmonary artery wedge pressure decreased from 15.3 +/- 1.9 to -0.7 +/- 2.9 mm Hg. Despite this increase in filtration force, the lungs were protected from edema formation by a decrease of 11 mm Hg in pulmonary interstitial colloid osmotic pressure and a 7-fold increase in lymph flow. (+info)

Fas gene mutation in the progression of adult T cell leukemia. (6/991)

Fas antigen (Apo-1/CD95) is an apoptosis-signaling cell surface receptor belonging to the tumor necrosis factor receptor superfamily. Adult T cell leukemia (ATL) cells express Fas antigen and show apoptosis after treatment with an anti-Fas monoclonal antibody. We established the ATL cell line KOB, which showed resistance to Fas-mediated apoptosis, and found that KOB expressed two forms of Fas mRNA, the normal form and a truncated form. The truncated transcript lacked 20 base pairs at exon 9, resulting in a frame shift and the generation of a premature stop codon at amino acid 239. The same mutation was detected in primary ascitic cells and peripheral blood cells. The mutation was not detected in lymph node cells, however, although all of the primary ATL cells were of the same clonal origin. A retroviral-mediated gene transfer of the truncated Fas to Jurkat cells rendered the cells resistant to Fas-mediated apoptosis, suggesting a dominant negative interference mechanism. These results indicate that an ATL subclone acquires a Fas mutation in the lymph nodes, enabling the subclone to escape from apoptosis mediated by the Fas/Fas ligand system and proliferate in the body. Mutation of the Fas gene may be one of the mechanisms underlying the progression of ATL. (+info)

Effects of ursodeoxycholic acid on systemic, renal and forearm haemodynamics and sodium homoeostasis in cirrhotic patients with refractory ascites. (7/991)

Systemic arterial vasodilatation has been implicated in the pathogenesis of sodium retention in cirrhosis. Hydrophobic bile acids, which have vasodilatory actions, may be involved. Ursodeoxycholic acid, a hydrophilic bile acid, could potentially decrease systemic arterial vasodilatation, possibly due to its antioxidant effects, and improve sodium handling in cirrhosis. The effects of ursodeoxycholic acid on systemic, renal and forearm haemodynamics, liver function and renal sodium handling were assessed in vasodilated cirrhotic patients with refractory ascites treated with a transjugular intrahepatic porto-systemic shunt (TIPS). Eight cirrhotic patients with refractory ascites without TIPS placement served as controls for the sodium handling effects of ursodeoxycholic acid. From 1 month post TIPS, seven patients were studied before, after 1 month of treatment with ursodeoxycholic acid (15 mg.day-1.kg-1) and at 1 month follow-up. Lipid peroxidation products were used as indices of its antioxidant effects. Ursodeoxycholic acid caused a significant reduction in sodium excretion in both groups (P<0.05). This, in the post-TIPS patients (urinary sodium excretion: 35+/-8 mmol/day at 1 month versus 93+/-21 mmol/day at baseline, P<0.05), was due to a significant increase in sodium reabsorption proximal to the distal tubule (P<0.05), without any significant changes in systemic, renal or forearm haemodynamics, or in liver function. No significant change in lipid peroxidation products was observed. We conclude that: (i) in cirrhotic patients with refractory ascites, ursodeoxycholic acid causes sodium retention, (ii) the abnormality in sodium handling in the post-TIPS cirrhotic patients appears to be the result of a direct effect on the proximal nephron, suggesting that factors other than systemic vasodilatation also contribute to sodium retention in cirrhosis, (iii) caution should be exercised in administering ursodeoxycholic acid in cirrhotic patients with ascites. (+info)

Expression of phosphatidylethanolamine N-methyltransferase in Yoshida ascites hepatoma cells and the livers of host rats. (8/991)

Previous studies have implicated phosphatidylethanolamine N-methyltransferase-2 (PEMT2) in the regulation of non-neoplastic liver growth [Tessitore,L., Cui,Z. and Vance,E. (1997) Biochem. J., 322, 151-154]. We have now investigated whether or not PEMT2 is also involved in the control of proliferation of hepatoma cells growing in an animal and cell death by apoptosis in the liver of tumor-bearing rats. PEMT activity was barely detectable and PEMT2 protein was absent in hepatoma cells growing exponentially in vivo whereas CTP:phosphocholine cytidylyltransferase (CT) activity and expression were high. The lack of PEMT2 corresponded with the absence of its mRNA. Both PEMT2 protein and mRNA appeared when cells entered the stationary phase of tumor growth and, in parallel, CT expression decreased. The host liver first became hyperplastic and exhibited a slight increase in CT activity and decrease in PEMT2 expression. During the stationary phase of hepatoma growth the host liver regressed and eventually became hypoplastic following induction of apoptosis. The appearance of apoptosis in the host liver was associated with a marked reduction in both CT activity and expression as well as an enhancement of PEMT activity and PEMT2 expression. McArdle RH7777 hepatoma cells underwent apoptosis when transfected with cDNA for PEMT2. The evidence supports the proposal that PEMT2 may have a role in the regulation of 'in vivo' hepatoma and hepatocyte cell division as well as hepatocyte cell death by apoptosis. (+info)

Cardenas, Andres; Chopra, Sanjiv (2002). "Chylous ascites". The American Journal of Gastroenterology. 97 (8): 1896-900. PMID ...

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AscitesEdit. When fluid collects in the abdominal cavity, this condition is called ascites. This is usually not noticeable ... Chylous ascites heals best if the lymphatic vessel involved is closed. Heart failure can cause recurring ascites.[1] ...

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"Ascites in Africa". British Medical Journal. Retrieved 1 June 2014. CS1 maint: discouraged parameter (link) "Biafran Refugees: ... Nwokolo, C. (1967). Ascites in Africa. London: British Medical Journal. Nwokolo, Chukwuedu. (1969). Biafran Refugees: Problems ...

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1996). "Definition and diagnostic criteria of refractory ascites and hepatorenal syndrome in cirrhosis. International Ascites ... ascites). The spectrum continues with diuretic-resistant ascites, where the kidneys are unable to excrete sufficient sodium to ... and the presence of ascites. Specifically, the production of ascites that is resistant to the use of diuretic medications is ... This is believed to be a key step in the pathogenesis of ascites in cirrhotics as well. It has been hypothesized that the ...

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Ascites may be present. The most characteristic feature are elevated levels of gamma glutamyl transferase (100-300 IU/L), ...

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In addition to change in shape being a possible side effect from ascites and umbilical hernias, the navel can be involved in ... Herrine, Steven K. "Ascites". The Merck Manuals. Bagade, Pallavi V; Guirguis, Mamdouh M (2009). "Menstruating from the ... unexpected change in shape may be the result of ascites. ...

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Ascites is often observed. Molyneux et al. (1991) reported that calves fed Senecio riddellii, which contains only riddelliine ... The typical clinical picture is that of ascites, hepatosplenomegaly, veno-occlusive disease of the liver, and abnormal liver ... and its N-oxide, for 20 days showed weight loss, signs of depression, reduced feed intake, ataxia of hind limbs, ascites, and ...

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Ascites. *Clubbing (deformed nails). *Cough. *Death rattle (last moments of life in a person/animal) ...

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"Ascites - Hepatic and Biliary Disorders". Merck Manuals Professional Edition. May 2016. Retrieved 14 December 2017. Rossle M, ... It may also help with ascites. Severe procedural complications during a TIPS procedure, including catastrophic bleeding or ... ascites). An interventional radiologist creates the shunt using an image-guided endovascular (via the blood vessels) approach, ...

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Malignant ascites. *Malignant transformation. Non-oncologic disorders referred to as "malignant": *Malignant hypertension ...

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Marked recent weight loss is a major clinical manifestation, and unresponsiveness of the ascites to diuretics is an additional ... Kaman L, Behera A, Singh R, Katariya RN (2001). "Internal pancreatic fistulas with pancreatic ascites and pancreatic pleural ... Bibliography Brooks JR (1983). "Pancreatic ascites". In Brooks JR. Surgery of the Pancreas (1st ed.). Philadelphia: WB Saunders ... Smith EB (1953). "Hemorrhagic ascites and hemothorax associated with benign pancreatic disease". AMA Arch Surg. 67 (1): 52-6. ...

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Chylous ascites and chylothorax rarely occur. List of cutaneous conditions Bolognia JL, Jorizzo JL, Rapini RP (2007). ...

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Subserosal EG (4.5% to 9% in Japan and 13% in the US) presents with ascites which is usually exudative in nature, abundant ... Eosinophilic esophagitis Eosinophilic ascites Coeliac disease Protein losing enteropathy from intolerance to cow's milk protein ... "Eosinophilic gastroenteritis with ileus and ascites". Intern. Med. 35 (10): 779-82. doi:10.2169/internalmedicine.35.779. PMID ...

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Liver cirrhosis with ascites Liver cirrhosis as seen on a CT of the abdomen in transverse orientation caudate lobe hypertrophy ... Ascites, accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity in the abdomen, gives rise to bulging flanks. Jaundice, is yellow ... People with ascites due to cirrhosis are at risk of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis. Portal hypertensive gastropathy refers ... Moore KP, Aithal GP (October 2006). "Guidelines on the management of ascites in cirrhosis". Gut. 55 Suppl 6 (Suppl 6): vi1-12. ...

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Ascites and peritonitis are less common. Fever is often absent. Blood tests may show leukocytosis and nonspecific liver test ...

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Odeku, E. L.; Antia, A. U.; Udekwu, F. A. O. (1970). "Persistent ascites following infected ventriculoperitoneal shunt". West ...

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Ascite sperimentale, 1915 - Experiments involving ascites. Rigenerazione e trapianti, 1927 - Regeneration and transplantion. ...

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Ascites may be present in severe cases. The lower extremities may be edematous. Neurologic examination may reveal confusion, ...

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Severtsev A., Chegin V., Ivanova E. «Surgical treatment of cirrhotic ascites (paracentesis, peritoneovenous shunting, narrow - ... peritoneovenous shunting performed with diuretics-resistant ascites; portocaval anastomoses; parenteral nutrition; ERAS ( ...

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"Rheumatism, Hypertension, Ascites, and Hot Mineral Baths". Ralphmag.org. Retrieved 2015-05-11. Wilson, William C.; Grande, ...

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It results in right heart failure (ascites). It can be treated by balloon valvuloplasty or surgical resection. Pericardial ... It can result in chronic kidney failure, hypoalbuminemia, which can cause ascites and peripheral edema, and nephrotic syndrome ... and/or ascites (fluid in the abdomen). It can be caused by the above two diseases, congenital heart defects such as patent ... ascites), uncommonly fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion), or, rarely, peripheral edema. Sick sinus syndrome* is most ...

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In the advanced stages it also extends to the pleural cavity and peritoneum (ascites) and can even develop into a generalized ... Fluid in the peritoneal cavity causing ascites. Generalized edema throughout the body known as anasarca. Most of the people ... Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis can develop where there is ascites present. This is a frequent development in children but ... Dyspnea may be present due to pleural effusion or due to diaphragmatic compression with ascites. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate ...

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In gastroenterology, the puddle sign is a physical examination maneuver that can be used to detect the presence of ascites. It ... Chongtham DS, Singh MM, Kalantri SP, Pathak S (1997). "A simple bedside manoeuvre to detect ascites". The National Medical ... is useful for detecting small amounts of ascites-as small as 120 mL; shifting dullness and bulging flanks typically require 500 ... Abdominal examination Fluid wave test Bulging flanks Shah R. Ascites. eMedicine.com. URL: http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic173 ...

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The most common symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma are abdominal swelling and pain due to ascites (a buildup of fluid in the ... Symptoms include:[citation needed] Abdominal pain Ascites, or an abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen A mass in the abdomen ... For pleural fluid, this is done by thoracentesis or tube thoracostomy (chest tube); for ascites, with paracentesis or ascitic ... or blood clots in the arteries of the lungs Severe ascites If a mesothelioma forms metastases, these most commonly involve the ...

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People who have ascites. *Previous radiation therapy to the pelvis. *A complex hernia ...

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Pontis H, Degerstedt G, Reichard P (1961). "Uridine and deoxyuridine phosphorylases from Ehrlich ascites tumor". Biochim. ...

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... clinical diagnosis-ascites/varices/splenomegaly) . Mean pulmonary artery pressure-MPAP > 25 mmHg at rest . Pulmonary vascular ... "Portopulmonary hypertension in decompensated cirrhosis with refractory ascites". Gut. 52 (9): 1355-62. doi:10.1136/gut.52.9. ...

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Green-brown: Biliary disease, bowel perforation with ascites. Milky-white or yellow and bloody: Chylous effusion. Milky or ...

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Common symptoms of OGCT are bloating, abdominal distention, ascites, and dyspareunia. OGCT is caused mainly due to the ... Symptoms include bloating, abdominal distention, ascites, and dyspareunia. In rare cases where the tumor ruptures, acute ... In the end, pericardiophrenic lymphadenopathy and ascites may result from this frank invasion. Malignant OGCTs are ...

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Mild ascites is hard to notice, but severe ascites leads to abdominal distension. Patients with ascites generally will complain ... Those with ascites due to cancer (peritoneal carcinomatosis) may complain of chronic fatigue or weight loss. Those with ascites ... Most experts recommend a diagnostic paracentesis be performed if the ascites is new or if the patient with ascites is being ... "The Management of Ascites in Cirrhosis: Report on the Consensus Conference of the International Ascites Club". Hepatology. 38: ...

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Description Rapidly developing (acute) ascites can occur as a complication of trauma, perforated ulcer, appendicitis, or ... Ascites Definition Ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen. ... Ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen.. Description. Rapidly developing (acute) ascites can occur as a ... Chylous ascites has a milky appearance caused by lymph that has leaked into the abdominal cavity. Although chylous ascites is ...

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The most common causes of ascites are cirrhosis of the liver, heart failure, tumours of the peritoneal membranes, and escape of ... Ascites, accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, between the membrane lining the abdominal wall and the membrane ... digestive system disease: Ascites. The accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, or ascites, is related to portal ... More About Ascites. 2 references found in Britannica articles. Assorted References. *complication of liver disease* In ...

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Ascites is the build-up of fluid in the space between the lining of the abdomen and abdominal organs. ... ascites; Liver failure - ascites; Alcohol use - ascites; End-stage liver disease - ascites; ESLD - ascites; Pancreatitis ... If you have ascites, call your health care provider right away if you have:. *Fever above 100.5°F (38.05°C), or a fever that ... Ascites results from high pressure in the blood vessels of the liver (portal hypertension) and low levels of a protein called ...

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Find out more about ascites and its causes. ... Ascites happens when fluid accumulates in the abdomen, ... What is ascites?. Ascites occurs when fluid accumulates in the abdomen. This buildup occurs between two membrane layers that ... Prognosis and outlook of ascites depend on the underlying condition.. *Assessment of the progress of ascites may be made by ... Fast facts about ascites. *Ascites is a symptom of another underlying cause. ...

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Tapping ascites (2).. Br Med J 1980; 281 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.281.6239.550 (Published 23 August 1980) Cite this as ...

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Depending on whats causing it, doctors can treat chylous ascites and often cure it. ... Chylous ascites is when chyle collects in the belly. ... How Is Chylous Ascites Treated?. If a fetus has chylous ascites ... What Is Chylous Ascites?. Chylous ascites is when chyle collects in the belly. Chyle is a milky fluid made in the bowels ( ... In chylous ascites, it leaks into the belly.. What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Chylous Ascites?. While theres only a little ...

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The formation of ascites in cirrhosis depends on the presence of unfavorable Starling forces within the hepatic sinusoid and on ... encoded search term (How do ascites form in cirrhosis?) and How do ascites form in cirrhosis? What to Read Next on Medscape. ... The serum-ascites albumin gradient is superior to the exudate-transudate concept in the differential diagnosis of ascites. Ann ... Definition and diagnostic criteria of refractory ascites and hepatorenal syndrome in cirrhosis. International Ascites Club. ...

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In transudative ascites, fluid was said to cross the liver capsule because of an imbalance in Starling forces. In general, asci ... ascites was classified as being a transudate or an exudate. ... In general, ascites protein would be less than 2.5 g/dL in this ... In the past, ascites was classified as being a transudate or an exudate. In transudative ascites, fluid was said to cross the ... The serum-ascites albumin gradient is superior to the exudate-transudate concept in the differential diagnosis of ascites. Ann ...

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Chylous ascites definition at Dictionary.com, a free online dictionary with pronunciation, synonyms and translation. Look it up ... Words nearby chylous ascites. chylophyllous, chylopneumothorax, chylopoiesis, chylosis, chylothorax, chylous ascites, chyluria ... Ascites and anasarca, the consequence of very intemperate living.. An Account of the Foxglove and some of its Medical Uses, ... Ascites and anasarca, but not much otherwise diseased, and well enough to walk about the house, and see after her family ...

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Learn about causes and symptoms and managing ascites. ... Ascites is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen and can ... When ascites is due to cancer, or if the fluid in the abdomen contains cancer cells, it is often called malignant ascites or ... Ascites. Ascites is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen, specifically the peritoneal cavity. It occurs when the body ... Managing ascites. Once the cause of ascites is known, your healthcare team can suggest ways to manage it. In some cases, ...

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Ehrlich-Lettre ascites carcinoma (EAC) is also known as Ehrlich cell. It was originally established as an ascites tumor in mice ... "E (Ehrlich-Lettre ascites) ATCC ® CCL-77™ Mus musculus". "Ehrlich Cells (Molecular Biology)". DuPre, AM; Hempling, HG (1978). " ... Dupre, Ann M.; Hempling, H. G. (December 1978). "Osmotic properties of ehrlich ascites tumor cells during the cell cycle". ... "Osmotic properties of ehrlich ascites tumor cells during the cell cycle". J Cell Physiol. 97 (3): 381-96. doi:10.1002/jcp. ...

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Ascites is the abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen . (wikipedia.org)
Blood that cannot flow through the liver because of the increased pressure leaks into the abdomen and causes ascites. (encyclopedia.com)
Ascites is the build-up of fluid in the space between the lining of the abdomen and abdominal organs. (medlineplus.gov)
People with certain cancers in the abdomen may develop ascites. (medlineplus.gov)
Ascites is the build-up of fluid in the abdomen. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Ascites occurs when fluid accumulates in the abdomen. (medicalnewstoday.com)
In some instances, a person's abdomen might contain about 5 liters of fluid, but in some extreme cases of ascites, doctors have drained more than 10 liters of fluid from the abdomen. (medicalnewstoday.com)
When ascites is caused by cancer, doctors may use a shunt (tube) to move the fluid from the abdomen into the bloodstream. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Through an analysis of cellular components (cell fractions) from malignant ascites (fluid buildup in the abdomen caused by gastric cancer), a research collaboration based in Kumamoto University (Japan) has demonstrated that cellular senescence of cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) play an important role in the peritoneal dissemination of gastric cancer foci (cells different from surrounding cells). (news-medical.net)
Ascites is caused by a variety of diseases and conditions, for example, cirrhosis of the liver , cancer within the abdomen, congestive heart failure , and tuberculosis . (medicinenet.com)
When ascites is due to cancer, or if the fluid in the abdomen contains cancer cells, it is often called malignant ascites or malignant peritoneal effusion. (cancer.ca)
His physical exam was significant for distended abdomen with tense ascites and diffuse tenderness. (hindawi.com)
When fluid builds up inside the abdomen, it is known as ascites. (healthline.com)
I have a condition called ascites which is essentially,"fluid in the abdomen" and it involves the liver. (healingwell.com)
In cats, ascites is caused by the leakage of fluid into the abdomen from blood vessels, lymphatics, internal organs or abdominal masses. (petplace.com)
This CT scan of the lower abdomen shows a massive amount of free abdominal fluid (ascites) in a patient with ovarian cancer. (medlineplus.gov)
Cancers of organs in the abdomen also may lead to ascites. (clevelandclinic.org)
Not being able to rid the body of salt causes fluids to build up in the abdomen, resulting in ascites. (clevelandclinic.org)
Fluid buildup in the abdomen is called ascites. (cancer.ca)
Ascites causes fluid to build up in the abdomen. (wisegeek.com)
Often the most effective short-term treatment for ascites is a procedure called a paracentesis, where a needle is inserted through the front of the abdomen and fluid is drained. (wisegeek.com)
Although a paracentesis effectively controls the symptoms of ascites, it does not address the reasons why the fluid built up in the abdomen. (wisegeek.com)
Ascites (ah-SITE'-eez) is extra fluid built up in the abdomen. (pancan.org)
Ascites in the abdomen can also be traced back to other sources such as heart failure, kidney failure, and cancer. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
Ascites is a build up of fluid between the tissue that lines the abdomen and the peritoneal cavity (or the abdominal organs). (ehow.co.uk)
Visit a doctor who will either perform an ultrasound on your abdomen or draw fluid from your stomach and run a test on that fluid to determine whether you have Ascites. (ehow.co.uk)
This sodium retention, coupled with inadequate levels of albumin, facilitates the shift of fluid from the intravascular space into the interstitial space of the abdomen and creates ascites ("Patho Puzzler," 2005). (thefreelibrary.com)
He began experiencing abdominal bloating, and during evaluation they did a CT scan indicating spots around the abdomen lining and a potential spot in the liver and determined the fluid to be Malignant Ascites. (cancer.org)
It is my understanding that albumin helps to bind the blood cells and protect against leakage of blood fluids through vessels and arteries, which makes low albumin appear to be the main culprit for liver ascites and malignant ascites (cancer in the abdomen lining). (cancer.org)
Mike had some ascites in his abdomen and some in the right lung when he was first diagnosed. (cancer.org)
Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a patient with ascites, the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. (sciencephoto.com)
symptoms which can appear as the condition progresses include: A swollen abdomen ( ascites ) Swelling, especially in the lower legs (oedema) Irritability and confusion How is autoimmune liver disease diagnosed? (childliverdisease.org)
Ascites is the accumulation of protein-containing (ascitic) fluid within the abdomen. (merckmanuals.com)
Less common causes of ascites include disorders unrelated to the liver, such as cancer, heart failure, kidney failure, inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), and tuberculosis affecting the lining of the abdomen. (merckmanuals.com)
Side view of the distended abdomen of a 66 year old male patient caused by ascites, a collection of fluid in the peritoneal cavity between the organs and abdominal wall. (sciencephoto.com)
Signs of ascites in dogs include vomiting, pain, or a distended abdomen among other things. (dogtime.com)

The serum-ascites albumin gradient (SAAG) is probably a better discriminant than older measures (transudate versus exudate) for the causes of ascites. (wikipedia.org)
The serum-ascites albumin gradient is superior to the exudate-transudate concept in the differential diagnosis of ascites. (medscape.com)
This is referred to as the SAAG or the Serum Ascites Albumin Gradient. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
The difference between serum albumin and ascites albumin (serum ascites-albumin gradient) in patients with cirrhosis and portal hypertension is usually more than 1.1 g/dL. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
Results of the serum-ascites albumin gradient overlapped the least between the two groups: all but 1 patient with malignant ascites while only 1 patient with liver disease had a gradient lower than 1.1. (nih.gov)
We conclude that the serum-ascites albumin gradient offers the best diagnostic discrimination between ascites caused by liver disease and ascites caused by a neoplasm. (nih.gov)

[3] Of those with cirrhosis, more than half develop ascites in the ten years following diagnosis. (wikipedia.org)
[3] Of those in this group who develop ascites, half will die within three years. (wikipedia.org)
Persons who have systemic lupus erythematosus but do not have liver disease or portal hypertension occasionally develop ascites. (encyclopedia.com)
People with cancer can develop ascites for different reasons. (cancer.ca)
Approximately 80% of patients with cirrhosis of the liver develop ascites. (clevelandclinic.org)
Most people who develop ascites develop a large belly and experience a rapid gain in weight. (clevelandclinic.org)
During the course of the disease, more than one-third of women with ovarian cancer will develop ascites ( 3 ). (frontiersin.org)
Cancer of the ovary has no initial symptoms, and many women will have the diagnosis made because they develop ascites. (emedicinehealth.com)
Only cirrhotic patients with portal hypertension (HTN) develop ascites, and portal HTN can also lead to the development of ascites in patients with conditions other than cirrhosis. (clinicaladvisor.com)
People who have alcoholic cirrhosis may develop ascites early in the course of liver disease. (wellspan.org)
Those who have other forms of cirrhosis, such as that caused by viral hepatitis, may develop ascites much later. (wellspan.org)

Chylous ascites has a milky appearance caused by lymph that has leaked into the abdominal cavity. (encyclopedia.com)
What Is Chylous Ascites? (kidshealth.org)
Chylous ascites is when chyle collects in the belly. (kidshealth.org)
Depending the cause, doctors can treat chylous ascites (KYE-lus uh-SYE-teez) and often cure it. (kidshealth.org)
What Happens in Chylous Ascites? (kidshealth.org)
In chylous ascites, it leaks into the belly. (kidshealth.org)
While there's only a little fluid in the belly, chylous ascites may not cause any symptoms. (kidshealth.org)
Kids with chylous ascites also can have trouble fighting infections and may get blood clots. (kidshealth.org)
How Is Chylous Ascites Diagnosed? (kidshealth.org)
Before a baby is born, doctors might suspect chylous ascites when a routine prenatal ultrasound shows fluid in the baby's belly. (kidshealth.org)
How Is Chylous Ascites Treated? (kidshealth.org)
If a fetus has chylous ascites, doctors will watch the mother's pregnancy closely. (kidshealth.org)
Chylous ascites caused by a leak in the lymphatic system may heal on its own. (kidshealth.org)
Chylous ascites is the extravasation of milky chyle rich in triglycerides into the peritoneal cavity, which can occur de novo as a result of trauma or obstruction of the lymphatic system. (medscape.com)
True chylous ascites is defined as the presence of ascitic fluid with high fat (triglyceride) content, usually higher than 110 mg/dL. (medscape.com)
Based on animal experiments, Blalock concluded that obstruction of the thoracic duct alone was not sufficient to cause chylous ascites. (medscape.com)
Chylous ascites is an uncommon clinical condition that occurs as a result of disruption of the abdominal lymphatics. (medscape.com)
Multiple causes have been described, with the most common causes being malignancy (hepatoma, small bowel lymphoma, small bowel angiosarcoma, and retroperitoneal lymphoma), cirrhosis (≤0.5% of patients with ascites from cirrhosis may have chylous ascites), and trauma after abdominal surgery. (medscape.com)
In adults, chylous ascites is associated most frequently with malignant conditions. (medscape.com)
[ 6 ] can cause chylous ascites. (medscape.com)
In children, the most common causes of chylous ascites are congenital abnormalities, such as lymphangiectasia, mesenteric cyst, and idiopathic "leaky lymphatics. (medscape.com)
[ 6 ] Neoplasia is an uncommon cause of pediatric chylous ascites. (medscape.com)
[ 10 ] Lymphatics may spontaneously rupture in patients with cirrhosis as a result of higher than typical flow, with the formation of chylous ascites. (medscape.com)
Chylous ascites has been reported in patients with polycythemia vera and resulting hepatic vein thrombosis. (medscape.com)
Abdominal surgery is a common cause of chylous ascites. (medscape.com)
In a series of 329 patients with testicular cancer who underwent postchemotherapy retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, 7% of patients developed chylous ascites. (medscape.com)
Neonatal ascites is usually biliary, urinary, or chylous. (medscape.com)
Neonatal chylous ascites is almost always idiopathic, but a congenital lymphatic abnormality is thought to be the usual underlying cause. (medscape.com)
Elevated fluid triglyceride levels in chylous Ascites should prompt an evaluation for malignancy or tuberculosis. (hpathy.com)
Chylous ascites as a complication of laparoscopic colorectal surg. (ingentaconnect.com)
Until now, no data have been available on the incidence of chylous ascites after laparoscopic colorectal surgery. (ingentaconnect.com)
The clinical data of the patients with postoperative chylous ascites were compared with those of the patients without chylous ascites. (ingentaconnect.com)
Blood loss, operative time, tumor location, and extent of lymph node dissection were not associated with postoperative chylous ascites. (ingentaconnect.com)
Chylous ascites are not a rare complication of laparoscopic colorectal surgery. (ingentaconnect.com)
Pediatric chylous ascites treatment with combined ultrasound and fluoroscopy-guided intranodal lymphangiography. (nih.gov)
Chylous ascites is a form of ascites resulting from the leakage of lymph into the peritoneal cavity, which is particularly rare in children, most common etiology being an iatrogenic injury to lymphatics during surgery. (nih.gov)
This study reports a case of a 7-year-old child with refractory chylous ascites to demonstrate a minimally invasive technique of intranodal lymphangiography with lipiodol as a viable treatment option for chylous ascites in children, particularly in cases of minor and undetectable leaks. (nih.gov)

Most experts recommend a diagnostic paracentesis be performed if the ascites is new or if the patient with ascites is being admitted to the hospital. (wikipedia.org)
The initial diagnostic approach to a patient with ascites requires the combination of a thorough history and physical examination followed by abdominal paracentesis with lab analysis of the fluid. (clinicaladvisor.com)
Care and management of the patient with Ascites. (thefreelibrary.com)
A careful history of the patient with ascites should include information that places a patient at risk for liver disease, including quantity and duration of alcohol use, transfusion of blood products, and personal or family history of autoimmune or hepatic diseases. (thefreelibrary.com)
SBP is suspected if a patient with ascites also has abdominal pain, fever, or unexplained deterioration. (merckmanuals.com)

1.1 g/dL) indicates the ascites is due to portal hypertension. (wikipedia.org)
Ascites results from high pressure in the blood vessels of the liver (portal hypertension) and low levels of a protein called albumin . (medlineplus.gov)
A classic cause of transudative ascites would be portal hypertension secondary to cirrhosis and congestive heart failure. (medscape.com)
Although the exact mechanism of ascites development is not completely understood, most theories suggest portal hypertension (increased pressure in the liver blood flow to the liver) as the main contributor. (medicinenet.com)
Ascites occurs when portal hypertension develops. (clevelandclinic.org)
A radiologist can place a shunt directly through the liver, thereby relieving portal hypertension and diminishing ascites. (clevelandclinic.org)
Ascites resulting from hydrostatic disease (portal hypertension, congestive heart failure) has serum Ascites albumin difference greater than 1.1g/dL, whereas inflammatory or neoplastic disease produces a serum Ascites albumin difference less than 1.1g/dL. (hpathy.com)
Ascites, another important complication of advanced cirrhosis and severe portal hypertension, is sometimes refractory to treatment and is complicated by spontaneous bacterial peritonitis and hepatorenal syndrome. (cmaj.ca)
We describe the pathophysiology of portal hypertension and the current management of its complications, with emphasis on the prophylaxis and treatment of variceal bleeding and ascites. (cmaj.ca)
The most recent theory of cirrhotic ascites formation is the peripheral arterial vasodilation hypothesis, which proposes that portal hypertension develops prior to the development of ascites (see Figure 1). (thefreelibrary.com)
The main outcome measure was the prediction of portal hypertension (PHT) or non-portal hypertension related causes of ascites from SAAG. (scirp.org)
The most common cause of ascites is portal hypertension secondary to cirrhosis. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
As discussed earlier, the most common cause of ascites is cirrhosis and portal hypertension. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
Serum-ascites albumin concentration gradient, a parameter of oncotic pressure gradient reflecting presence or absence of portal hypertension, was compared with the usual parameters of ascitic fluid analysis in the differential diagnosis of ascites. (nih.gov)
Quantitative modeling of the physiology of ascites in portal hypertension. (biomedsearch.com)
Although the factors involved in cirrhotic ascites have been studied for a century, a number of observations are not understood, including the action of diuretics in the treatment of ascites and the ability of the plasma-ascitic albumin gradient to diagnose portal hypertension. (biomedsearch.com)
IV medication to treat the persistent infection in the liver cysts, she also had dreadful ascites due increasing portal hypertension as her portal vein had become clotted. (childliverdisease.org)
of liver disease, such as portal hypertension and ascites (abdominal swelling), as well as a nutritional assessment. (childliverdisease.org)
Many disorders can cause ascites, but the most common is high blood pressure in the veins that bring blood to the liver ( portal hypertension ), which is usually due to cirrhosis . (merckmanuals.com)

Ascites , accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity , between the membrane lining the abdominal wall and the membrane covering the abdominal organs. (britannica.com)
The most common causes of ascites are cirrhosis of the liver, heart failure , tumours of the peritoneal membranes, and escape of chyle (lymph laden with emulsified fats) into the peritoneal cavity. (britannica.com)
The medical definition of ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid within the (peritoneal) cavity. (medicinenet.com)
To diagnose the cause of ascites, your doctor and other healthcare professionals will examine you around the belly to determine how much fluid is in the peritoneal cavity. (medicinenet.com)
In medicine ( gastroenterology ), ascites (also known as peritoneal cavity fluid , peritoneal fluid excess , hydroperitoneum or more archaically as abdominal dropsy ) is an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. (bionity.com)
Ascites happens in the peritoneal cavity when the body makes more fluid than it can remove. (cancer.ca)
Ascites is most commonly caused by liver damage and other medical terms for this condition include peritoneal cavity fluid, hydroperitoneum or abdominal dropsy. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
Ascites is an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. (hpathy.com)
Ascites is the term used to denote increased fluid in the peritoneal cavity, a situation that is not normal. (emedicinehealth.com)
This water overload can cause leakage into the peritoneal cavity and the formation of ascites. (emedicinehealth.com)
Ascites is the pathologic accumulation of fluid within the peritoneal cavity. (clinicaltrials.gov)
Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, usually resulting from cirrhosis. (clinicaladvisor.com)
Cancer and infections may lead to ascites because of the increased fluid production in the peritoneal cavity exceeding resorptive capacity. (clinicaladvisor.com)
Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. (neurologyadvisor.com)
This communication presents an explanation of ascites based solely on pathophysiological alterations within the peritoneal cavity. (biomedsearch.com)
This focus on renal and systemic effects has led investigators to lose sight of the local factors within the peritoneal cavity that actually are responsible for the accumulations of ascites. (biomedsearch.com)
Hybridoma cells will be injected into the mouse peritoneal cavity to commence ascites production. (genscript.com)

Symptoms may develop slowly or suddenly depending on the cause of ascites. (medlineplus.gov)
In this article, we will explore the causes of ascites, as well as the symptoms and treatment options. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Abdominal swelling and associated weight gain are typical symptoms of ascites. (medicalnewstoday.com)
What are the symptoms of ascites? (medicalnewstoday.com)
What causes signs and symptoms of ascites? (medicinenet.com)
Signs and symptoms of ascites include abdominal pain and bloating , shortness of breath , and liver failure. (medicinenet.com)
Symptoms of ascites can vary depending on their cause and other factors. (cancer.ca)
They relieve the symptoms of ascites or treat the cancer that is causing them. (cancer.ca)
If you experience ascites symptoms, talk to your doctor as soon as possible. (healthline.com)
Symptoms of ascites can appear either slowly or suddenly, depending on the cause of the fluid buildup. (healthline.com)
Keep in mind that ascites symptoms may be caused by other conditions. (healthline.com)
Tell your doctor if you develop these problems or if you have been treated for ascites and these symptoms have come back. (pancan.org)
If you suffer from a mild case of ascites, the symptoms can be quite impossible to pinpoint. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
Salt and water retention can also contribute to the severity of ascites symptoms. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
This book provides research on the aetiology, symptoms and treatment of ascites. (novapublishers.com)
These symptoms could be signs of Ascites. (ehow.co.uk)
If you have a fever, while also suffering from a swollen or distended stomach, or if you are having difficulties breathing, then you may be experiencing symptoms of Ascites, and should seek medical attention. (ehow.co.uk)
Because the symptoms of Ascites can easily be attributed to other conditions, many of which are not serious, you should talk to your doctor if you feel you may have Ascites and have him run the appropriate tests for the condition. (ehow.co.uk)
Mild Ascites often does not produce any symptoms, therefore you need to get tested from a doctor to determine whether you have the illness and to discuss what treatment is best for you. (ehow.co.uk)
As ascites progresses, patients may complain of compressive symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, early satiety, or nausea. (clinicaladvisor.com)
The delay in the presentation until the patient began to experience the symptoms due to urinary ascites, the diagnostic dilemma because of the rarity of the condition, and the possible aetiologies are discussed. (bmj.com)
Background: Malignant ascites is common in ovarian cancer and often causes symptoms such as abdominal pressure and shortness of breath, resulting in an decreased quality of life for the patient. (clinicaltrials.gov)
Though ascites is usually a secondary symptom of another potentially serious issue, it can bring symptoms of its own. (dogtime.com)
If you see the symptoms of ascites in your dog, you should consult your veterinarian so they can diagnose the underlying cause and begin treatment. (dogtime.com)
Here is what you should know about the symptoms, causes, and treatments for ascites in dogs. (dogtime.com)
There are several possible symptoms of ascites in dogs that result from the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity and the pressure it puts on organs. (dogtime.com)
If you see any of the following symptoms in your dog, consult your veterinarian immediately, as ascites is often, itself, a secondary symptom of a serious medical issue. (dogtime.com)
Treatment of ascites in dogs may provide relief from the symptoms of fluid build up, but treatment for the underlying cause is necessary, or ascites is likely to return. (dogtime.com)
Differential diagnosis of benign and malignant ascites can rely on certain precise findings such as appropriate ascites fluid serum analysis, cytological examination, laparoscopy, and the symptoms of the patients. (medsci.org)

The underlying conditions that cause ascites are often serious illnesses linked to reduced life expectancy. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Cancer that spreads to the liver can also cause ascites. (cancer.ca)
For example, metastatic cancer can cause ascites, and this abdominal fluid collection will never be fully resolved until the cancer is treated. (wisegeek.com)
Many diseases can cause ascites, including liver disease and some cancers. (conehealth.com)
conditions unrelated to the liver can also cause ascites. (merckmanuals.com)
Portal vein thrombosis does not usually cause ascites unless hepatocellular damage is also present. (merckmanuals.com)
Here are a few possible medical problems that are known to cause ascites. (dogtime.com)

Pancreatic ascites develops when a cyst that has thick, fibrous walls (pseudocyst) bursts and permits pancreatic juices to enter the abdominal cavity. (encyclopedia.com)
This type of ascites is typically a manifestation of advanced cancers of the organs in the abdominal cavity, such as, colon cancer , pancreatic cancer , stomach cancer , breast cancer , lymphoma , lung cancer , or ovarian cancer . (medicinenet.com)
Pancreatic ascites can be seen in people with chronic (long standing) pancreatitis or inflammation of the pancreas. (medicinenet.com)
Pancreatic ascites (either from trauma or pancreatitis) may occur in children. (medscape.com)
Pancreatic cancer patients may have ascites at any time, but it is especially common in patients whose cancer has metastasized, or spread. (pancan.org)
For more information on ascites or for free, in-depth and personalized resources and information on pancreatic cancer, contact a Patient Central Associate . (pancan.org)
The most common cancers that lead to ascites are pancreatic and ovarian followed by colon and other abdominal cancers, lymphoma, uterine, and breast cancer. (clinicaladvisor.com)
Pancreatic ascites can occur with acute or chronic pancreatitis, from a leaking pseudocyst, or after pancreatic trauma. (clinicaladvisor.com)

However, ascites is more often associated with liver disease and other long-lasting (chronic) conditions. (encyclopedia.com)
In patients having liver disease , the onset of ascites is usually preceded by accumulation of fluid in the ankles. (britannica.com)
Liver disease is the most common cause of ascites. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Similarly, if the ascites is due to liver disease , the health of the liver should be addressed in order to cure the ascites. (wisegeek.com)
Ascites can cause liver disease and cirrhosis, and death. (emedicinehealth.com)
Most commonly, ascites is due to liver disease and the inability of that organ to produce enough protein to retain fluid in the bloodstream as well as an obstruction to flow through the scarred cirrhotic liver . (emedicinehealth.com)
Significant mortality is still being observed in cirrhotic patients with ascites and relatively preserved liver and renal function, as indicated by a lower Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score. (nih.gov)
Ascites is usually associated with more severe conditions, such as liver disease, cirrhosis, congestive heart failure, liver cancer, ovarian cancer and pancreatitis. (ehow.co.uk)
Development of ascites is predictive of mortality, especially in liver disease. (thefreelibrary.com)
This condition will evolve in overt fluid retention and ascites, as the liver disease progresses. (biomedsearch.com)

Renal ascites develops when blood levels of albumin dip below normal. (encyclopedia.com)
The increase in portal blood pressure and decrease in albumin (a protein that is carried in the blood) may be responsible in forming the pressure gradient and resulting in abdominal ascites. (medicinenet.com)
1.1 g/dL) (see the Ascites Albumin Gradient calculator). (medscape.com)
Another method to categorize the type of ascites is by measuring the amount of albumin in the fluid and compare this to the serum albumin found in the blood. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
It is believed that the increase in pressure in the liver blood flow along with a decrease in the albumin content in the blood may be responsible for the development of abdominal ascites. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
To show the interest of the serum-ascites concentration gradient in albumin (SAAG) in the etiological diagnosis of ascites in African black. (scirp.org)
Our study therefore aimed to clarify the interest of the ascites serum albumin gradient (SAAG) in the etiological diagnosis of ascites by assessing its threshold value in the diagnosis of cirrhosis and peritoneal tuberculosis in Black Africans. (scirp.org)
Also, I have seen where trials have been done using albumin to treat cirrhosis related ascites which represents about 80% of all ascites. (cancer.org)
Mike's ascites got pretty bad at the end, where they had to tap him about 2 times per week and give him the Albumin. (cancer.org)

If the physical examination is equivocal, ultrasound confirms the diagnosis of Ascites. (hpathy.com)
The present study was to create and evaluate a new bioscore combined with PCT, sNFI and dCHC in the diagnosis of ascites infection in cirrhotic patients. (springer.com)
A bioscore of ≥3.40 was considered to be statistically significant in making a positive diagnosis of ascites infection. (springer.com)
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of this technique for diagnosis of Ascites. (endocrinologyadvisor.com)
V. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the alternative techniques for diagnosis of Ascites. (endocrinologyadvisor.com)

The formation of ascites in cirrhosis depends on the presence of unfavorable Starling forces within the hepatic sinusoid and on some degree of renal dysfunction. (medscape.com)
The circulating blood volume may be perceived as low by the sensors in the kidneys as the formation of ascites may deplete some volume from the blood. (medicinenet.com)
14. Alterations of Hepatic and Splanchnic Microvascular Exchange in Cirrhosis: Local Factors in the Formation of Ascites (Jens H. Henriksen and Søren Møller). (ecampus.com)
The fundamental factors involved in the formation of ascites were established over a century ago when Starling [ 1 ] used observations of thoracic duct lymph flow and fluid absorption from the peritoneal space to support his classic description of the forces that determine capillary fluid balance. (biomedsearch.com)

Ascites is one of the most common liver diseases that is caused by cirrhosis of the liver. (medicinenet.com)
Complications of ascites include bleeding from the lower intestine, kidney failure , and other complications of cirrhosis of the liver. (medicinenet.com)
Common risk factors for the development of ascites are any diseases that can cause cirrhosis of the liver. (clevelandclinic.org)
His family was surprised to learn that he had cirrhosis of the liver and that was what was causing his ascites. (wisegeek.com)
The most common cause of ascites is cirrhosis of the liver, which in turn is most often caused by excessive alcohol intake. (mesothelioma.net)

Doing an initial paracentesis for diagnostic purposes is an important aspect of the treatment for ascites. (wisegeek.com)
Hepatic hydrothorax is best treated by removing the abdominal ascites by paracentesis. (clevelandclinic.org)
Patients with refractory ascites require second-line treatments of repeat large-volume paracentesis (LVP) or the insertion of a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS), and assessment for liver transplantation. (nih.gov)
A one-time paracentesis treatment may relieve the discomfort of tense ascites before you begin treatment with one or more diuretics . (wellspan.org)
A diagnostic paracentesis of at least 30 mL should always be performed to elucidate the cause of ascites. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
ALFApump® System Versus Large Volume Paracentesis in the Treatment of Refractory Ascites. (clinicaltrials.gov)
The model's predictions accurately mimic clinical observations in ascites, including the magnitude and time course of changes observed following paracentesis or diuretic therapy. (biomedsearch.com)
The ATLANTIS-study was designed to determine the safety of a full paracentesis in patients with malignant ascites due to ovarian cancer. (clinicaltrials.gov)
Half of the patients will receive a full paracentesis, while the other half will receive fractioned paracentesis with clamping of the drain after 3 liters of ascites was evacuated. (clinicaltrials.gov)

This can be used in medium to serious cases of ascites. (pancan.org)
Nearly eighty percent of all reported cases of ascites can be traced back to advanced liver damage. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
We knew several stage IV survivors his Oncologist was working with that had extreme cases of ascites and had been given no hope by other doctors. (cancer.org)

What are the risk factors for development of ascites? (clevelandclinic.org)
This complicated pathophysiology ultimately leads to the development of ascites. (clinicaladvisor.com)
Hypoalbuminemia is often a contributing factor in the development of ascites in cirrhosis as well. (clinicaladvisor.com)
Two years after the development of ascites associated with alcoholic cirrhosis, an affected individual has a 50% chance of survival. (thefreelibrary.com)
Development of ascites associated with chronic hepatitis C suggests a 5-year survival time (Saadeh & Davis, 2004). (thefreelibrary.com)
Disease caused by this mold, so-called "brooder pneumonia", forms mould colonies in the lungs, and produces hard nodular areas leading to air sac infection and subsequently to the development of ascites. (biomin.net)

Other treatments for ascites include giving medications called diuretics , maintaining a low- sodium diet, and restricting daily fluid intake. (wisegeek.com)
What are the best treatments for ascites? (clevelandclinic.org)

Ascites caused by cirrhosis or heart failure generally has a SAAG score greater than 1.1 whereas the SAAG score of ascites caused by other reasons is generally lower than 1.1. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
The simple technical SAAG, allowing to distinguish the ascites linked to the PHT and the ascites not bound to the PHT, can be used like a method of diagnosis of the etiologies of the ascites especially in the peritoneal tuberculosis in the African countries low income. (scirp.org)
It is therefore questionable whether SAAG has the same diagnostic value in the etiological research of ascites in Africans as in Caucasians. (scirp.org)

Many underlying diseases can be responsible for causing ascites, including tuberculosis , kidney disease, pancreatitis , and an underactive thyroid. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Ascites may also result from other systemic diseases, such as heart failure (cardiac Ascites) and nephritic syndrome, or from primary peritoneal pathology, such as peritoneal carcinomatosis or tuberculosis. (hpathy.com)
The causes of ascites are multiple, nevertheless two etiologies predominate, liver cirrhosis for transudative ascites and peritoneal tuberculosis for exudative ascites in our contexts. (scirp.org)

If cirrhosis has caused ascites, an individual may benefit from reducing salt and taking water tablets (diuretics). (medicalnewstoday.com)
While this is an effective approach in many situations, some types of ascites are resistant to diuretics. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Part of the treatment for ascites often involves supplying the patient with medications called diuretics. (wisegeek.com)
Often two diuretics, called spironolactone and furosemide , are given on a daily basis to treat ascites. (wisegeek.com)
The treatment for ascites may include diuretics to reduce water retention and remove excess fluid as well as antibiotics in case there is an infection. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
Often, patients will require diuretics ('water pills') to treat ascites. (clevelandclinic.org)
Diuretics are not useful for malignant ascites. (hpathy.com)
The treatment of ascites requires dietary sodium restriction and the judicious use of distal and loop diuretics, sequential at an earlier stage of ascites, and a combination at a later stage of ascites. (nih.gov)
About 90 out of 100 people with ascites caused by cirrhosis respond to treatment with a low-salt diet and medicines ( diuretics ) that eliminate extra fluid from the body. (wellspan.org)
Treatment is of the underlying condition, but diuretics and draining the fluid can be used to reduce the ascites. (sciencephoto.com)
Once ascites is present, most therapeutic modalities are directed on maintaining negative sodium balance, including salt restriction, bed rest and diuretics. (biomedsearch.com)

Have severe ascites that is causing extreme discomfort, including abdominal pain and difficulty breathing (tense ascites). (wellspan.org)
In patients with large and tense ascites, the respiratory function and physical activity may be impaired. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
Emergency measures are required for large, tense ascites that causes dyspnea, hypoxia and/or severe abdominal discomfort. (neurologyadvisor.com)

People with cirrhotic ascites have a two-year. (healthline.com)
People with cirrhotic ascites have a two-year survival rate of approximately 50 percent . (healthline.com)
Ascites that is caused by liver damage is referred to as cirrhotic ascites. (home-remedies-for-you.com)

Chapter Four reports information about the management of malignant ascites in ovarian cancer and discusses the involvement of malignant ascites in dissemination, angiogenesis, migration, invasion and apoptosis of ovarian cancer cells. (novapublishers.com)
Options for late-stage ovarian cancer are limited and invasive, especially once malignant ascites develops. (frontiersin.org)
Malignant ascites, a complication observed in terminal ovarian cancer, significantly contributes to poor quality of life and to mortality. (frontiersin.org)
Here we applied non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and spectroscopic imaging (MRSI) of syngeneic mouse tumors in vivo , and high-resolution 1 H MRS of mouse tumor extracts, to characterize the relationship between ascites volumes and the vasculature and metabolism of an experimental model of ovarian cancer. (frontiersin.org)
Therapeutic options for advanced stage ovarian cancer are extremely limited and very invasive, especially once malignant ascites develops ( 2 ). (frontiersin.org)
38% of malignant ascites occurring in women are associated with ovarian cancer. (frontiersin.org)
But no guidelines exist on the management of ascites drainage in ovarian cancer. (clinicaltrials.gov)

Ascites and spontaneous bacterial peritonitis. (medlineplus.gov)
Patients with known ascites should be questioned regarding compliance with salt restriction and diuretic therapy, and for any past complications related to the ascites such as spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP). (clinicaladvisor.com)
It can result in severe complications, including bleeding of esophagogastric varices as well as spontaneous bacterial peritonitis or hepatorenal syndrome as complications of ascites. (cmaj.ca)
Patients with ascites and spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) can present with fever, chills, abdominal pain, hepatic encephalopathy, and rebound abdominal tenderness. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
The case is reported of a patient presenting with ascites and acute renal failure resulting from spontaneous rupture of the urinary bladder, 30 years after the successful initial treatment of childhood rhabdomyosarcoma. (bmj.com)

Additionally, the sonographer can make an estimation of the amount of ascitic fluid, and difficult-to-drain ascites may be drained under ultrasound guidance. (wikipedia.org)
Furthermore, the time and availability of ascites are not constant at all-time [ 7 ], therefore, is essential to develop sensitive, accurate and rapid methods to diagnose ascitic fluid infection. (springer.com)

This book addresses the increasing incidence and significance of diseases, such as ascites, renal dysfunction, cirrhosis and hypertension where both organs are involved. (ecampus.com)
Soft and stable" handling of parenchymal organs could be achieved using "bellows" type suckers in combination with artificial ascites. (sages.org)

Other causes of ascites related to portal HTN include heart failure, acute liver failure or alcoholic hepatitis, hepatic veno-occlusive disease (Budd-Chiari syndrome), constrictive pericarditis, and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). (clinicaladvisor.com)

What are the complications of ascites? (clevelandclinic.org)
The diagnosis of refractory ascites requires the demonstration of diuretic non-responsiveness, despite dietary sodium restriction, or the presence of diuretic-related complications. (nih.gov)
What other diseases, conditions, or complications should I look for in patients with ascites? (oncologynurseadvisor.com)

Diseases that can cause severe liver damage can lead to ascites. (medlineplus.gov)
Hypoalbuminemia, with resultant decrease in oncotic pressure, may lead to ascites in protein-losing enteropathy, malnutrition, and nephrotic syndrome. (clinicaladvisor.com)

In the case of ascites caused by genetics, feed restriction might reduce the effect of the disease. (biomin.net)
In the case of ascites caused by microorganisms, recent studies investigating the effect of feed supplementation with acidifiers have shown promising results. (biomin.net)

The etiology of ascites may differ among neonates and older children. (medscape.com)
The etiology of ascites is very conflicting. (biomin.net)

The precise incidence of ascites in children is unknown, but the condition is rare. (medscape.com)
Since several seemingly independent factors contribute to the overall incidence of ascites, attempts to manage ascites can be confusing unless we are able to focus on a unifying strategy. (thepoultrysite.com)
For example, respiratory exposure to E. coli can amplify the incidence of ascites five-fold in broilers. (biomin.net)
Feed restriction is only of economic benefit when the incidence of ascites is very severe. (biomin.net)

Those with ascites due to cancer (peritoneal carcinomatosis) may complain of chronic fatigue or weight loss. (wikipedia.org)
Increased portal venous pressure, Hypoproteinaemia, Chronic peritoneal inflammation and infection, Leakage of lymphatic fluid , can be the major causes of ascites. (hpathy.com)
Chronic pancreatitis can result in malnutrition, leading to decreased total body protein, loss of oncotic pressure, and ascites. (emedicinehealth.com)
Ascites tends to occur in long-standing (chronic) rather than in short-lived (acute) liver disorders. (merckmanuals.com)
Ascites may occur in other liver disorders, such as severe alcoholic hepatitis without cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis, and obstruction of the hepatic vein ( Budd-Chiari syndrome ). (merckmanuals.com)

Mild ascites is hard to notice, but severe ascites leads to abdominal distension . (wikipedia.org)
A very hard drinker, was attacked with a severe hæmoptoe, which was followed by ascites and anasarca. (dictionary.com)
This treatment is used most commonly when the ascites is severe or recurrent. (healthline.com)
Cardiac abnormalities (eg, congestive failure, physiologic right-side heart obstruction, severe valvular regurgitation) may result in ascites. (medscape.com)
In the case of severe ascites, where the individual does not respond to medical treatment, more drastic measures may be necessary. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
But for severe ascites the fluid may have to be removed with a needle. (conehealth.com)

It is difficult to diagnose ascites infection early in cirrhotic patients. (springer.com)
The efficacy of procalcitonin(PCT), c-reactive protein (CRP), white blood cell (WBC), mean fluorescence intensity of mature neutrophils(sNFI) and difference in hemoglobin concentration between newly formed and mature red blood cells(dCHC) for diagnosing ascites infection was examined. (springer.com)
The scoring system was analyzed by logistic regression analysis to determine which parameters were statistically different between ascites infection and non-ascites infection patients. (springer.com)
Receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) was used to analyze the diagnostic ability of bioscore for ascites infection. (springer.com)
The composite markers of combining PCT, dCHC and sNFI could be a valuable diagnostic score to early diagnose ascites infection in patients with cirrhosis. (springer.com)
However, in some studies lesions of salmonellosis were reported for 4 to 6 week old broilers with E. coli co-infection consequentially leading to ascites (Ganapathy et al. (biomin.net)
This infection is common among people with ascites and cirrhosis, especially alcoholics. (merckmanuals.com)
Sometimes the ascites can be due to a bacterial infection, a condition called septic ascites. (dogtime.com)

Chapter Three addresses the mechanism of malignant ascites production and covers all clinical aspects of tunneled catheters and tunneled ports including indication, contraindication, device design, technical procedure considerations and, complication. (novapublishers.com)
Ascites is a common complication of liver cirrhosis associated with a poor prognosis. (nih.gov)

Ascites is a condition that refers to the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal or abdominal cavity. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
This increase in pulmonary arterial pressure (hypertension) triggers the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity (ascites). (thepoultrysite.com)
Ascites in chickens, commonly referred to as water belly, represents a spectrum of physiological and metabolic changes leading to the excess accumulation of fluid in abdominal cavity. (biomin.net)
Ascites is defined as the physiological disorder, which is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the body, especially in abdominal cavity. (planetayurveda.com)

Medication may be available to treat ascites. (wisegeek.com)
Both are needed to treat ascites. (clevelandclinic.org)

Definition and diagnostic criteria of refractory ascites and hepatorenal syndrome in cirrhosis. (medscape.com)

Combined versus sequential diuretic treatment of ascites in non-azotaemic patients with cirrhosis: results of an open randomised clinical trial. (medscape.com)
Treatment for ascites includes curing or managing the disease causing ascites, limit your fluid intake, avoid alcohol, limit the amount salt in your diet , and other lifestyle changes. (medicinenet.com)
Treatment for ascites depends on what's causing your condition. (healthline.com)
Your doctor may recommend liver transplant if ascites does not respond to treatment. (healthline.com)
Below is an overview about ascites in cats followed by in-depth information about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this condition. (petplace.com)
These new observations offer the opportunity for development of new, more targeted therapies for the treatment of malignant ascites. (nih.gov)
What Is the Treatment for Ascites? (wisegeek.com)
The treatment for ascites can depend on the underlying reason why the fluid buildup occurred, as this should be addressed. (wisegeek.com)
Another aspect of treatment for ascites is altering the affected patient's diet. (wisegeek.com)
A low-sodium diet is a critical aspect of treatment because eating excess salt can lead to fluid retention , and thus worsening of the ascites. (wisegeek.com)
Mangoes are said to be beneficial in the treatment of ascites. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
The presence of Ascites is often suspected based on the history and physical examination- which will often give clues to the etiology and therefore the treatment. (hpathy.com)
This textbook is essential, even for confirmed practitioners and contains current information regarding treatment and therapy for patients with cirrhosis and ascites, clearly and effectively presented by the top international experts within this field. (ecampus.com)
18. Medical Treatment of Ascites in Cirrhosis (Paolo Angeli and Angelo Gatta). (ecampus.com)
Careful patient selection is paramount for TIPS to be successful as a treatment for ascites. (nih.gov)
Potential new treatment options for ascites include the use of various vasoconstrictors, vasopressin V(2) receptor antagonists, or the insertion of a peritoneo-vesical shunt, all of which could possibly improve the management of ascites. (nih.gov)
Treatment for ascites depends on the cause. (wellspan.org)
I have heard no good news as to treatment of the ascites fluid and wondered if chemo will help assuming he is strong enough for more chemo. (cancer.org)
However, because there are so many possible causes for ascites, it is important for a veterinarian to determine the underlying cause and provide treatment accordingly. (dogtime.com)
Determine the effectiveness of laparoscopic hyperthermic perfusion of mitomycin C in preventing relapse at 4 weeks post-treatment in patients with malignant ascites. (clinicaltrials.gov)
However, the distinction between the two types of ascites fluid is not only the basis of diagnosis but also a prerequisite for formulating a treatment plan. (medsci.org)

Some other causes of ascites related to increased pressure gradient are congestive heart failure and advanced kidney failure due to generalized retention of fluid in the body. (medicinenet.com)

Ascites is the buildup of an abnormal amount of fluid inside the belly. (clevelandclinic.org)
For example, in patients with ascites, improved kidney function helps rid the body of excess sodium (salt) and prevent the buildup of fluids. (clevelandclinic.org)

Of course, optimal management practices are also very important for reducing the problem of ascites and maximising performance of broilers. (biomin.net)

The recommendations for the management of ascites in cirrhosis are discussed below. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)

Endocrine and renal ascites are rare disorders. (encyclopedia.com)
Factors Involved in the Pathogenesis of Renal Dysfunction and Ascites in Cirrhosis. (ecampus.com)
These result in renal function compromise, sodium and fluid retention, and eventual ascites (Feldman, 2006). (thefreelibrary.com)
drain ascites continually if patient has no hemodynamic instability or pre-renal failure. (neurologyadvisor.com)
Over the past 30 years, ascites research largely has focused on associated systemic abnormalities such as increases in cardiac output, blood volume, renal sodium retention and reduction in total systemic vascular resistance. (biomedsearch.com)
Rocco and Ware [ 2 ] review the two older competing hypotheses: 1) the "underfill" theory in which ascites formation is the primary event causing the systemic changes, versus 2) the "overflow" theory in which renal sodium retention is the primary event. (biomedsearch.com)

E. W. Haeffner, C. J. K. Hoffmann, M. Stoehr and H. Scherf, Cholesterol induced growth stimulation, cell aggregation and membrane properties of ascites tumor cells in culture, Cancer Res. (springer.com)
E. W. Haeffner, K. Kolbe, D. Schroeter and N. Paweletz, Plasma membrane heterogeneity in ascites tumor cells. (springer.com)
E. W. Haeffner, A. Holl and D. Schroeter, Preparation of two plasma membrane fractions from ascites tumor cells by gel chromatography on Sephacryl S-1000, J. Chromatogr. (springer.com)

Eosinophilic ascites (EA) is generally a rare finding in clinical practice. (hindawi.com)
This article uses a clinical case to highlight the problem, then reviews these new concepts in the pathophysiology of malignant ascites formation. (nih.gov)
Ascites Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2016″ provides an overview of Ascites clinical trials scenario. (beforeitsnews.com)
This report provides top line data relating to the clinical trials on Ascites. (beforeitsnews.com)
1. Determine presence of ascites by clinical evaluation via history and physical examination. (neurologyadvisor.com)
This clinical trial report, "Ascites Global Clinical Trials Review, H2, 2018" provides an overview of Ascites clinical trials scenario. (researchandmarkets.com)
Ascites commonly is regarded as a clinical condition that can be understood in terms of classic physiological principals. (biomedsearch.com)
This research aimed to develop a user-friendly predictive model to discriminate malignant ascites from non-malignant ascites through easy-to-obtain clinical parameters. (medsci.org)
Ascites fluid is a common clinical syndrome, which can be divided into benign and malignant ascites for various reasons. (medsci.org)
Malignant ascites is the result of cancer and account for nearly 10% of all ascites cases occurring in related to various tumors, especially breast, ovary, stomach, pancreas, and colon cancer, and presents a challenging clinical problem in some cases [ 2 ]. (medsci.org)

PURPOSE: This phase II trial is studying how well mitomycin works when given as a hyperthermic peritoneal perfusion in treating patients with malignant ascites. (clinicaltrials.gov)

Ascites usually occurs when the liver stops working properly. (healthline.com)
There are a variety of diseases that can cause the fluid to accumulate and the reasons that the ascites occurs may be different for each disease. (emedicinehealth.com)
Peritoneal effusion, or ascites, occurs when fluid builds up in the abdominal cavity. (mesothelioma.net)
Ascites occurs in many different conditions, in this case it is due to liver cirrhosis. (sciencephoto.com)

What is the medical definition of ascites? (medicinenet.com)
A definition for the medical term "ascites" is presented. (ebscohost.com)

Certain diagnostic tests must be performed for a definitive diagnosis of the underlying cause of ascites. (petplace.com)
The mathematical diagnostic model based on the five markers is a user-friendly method to differentiate malignant ascites from benign ascites with high efficiency. (medsci.org)

If the ascites develops quickly, it is often associated with profound weakness or shock. (petplace.com)
Ascites usually develops insidiously over the course of weeks. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)

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Identification and characterization of a homozygous deletion found in ovarian ascites by representational difference analysis. (1/991)

Antibiotic penetrance of ascitic fluid in dogs. (2/991)

An endonuclease from mouse cells specific for single-stranded DNA. (3/991)

Hyperreactio luteinalis associated with chronic renal failure. (4/991)

Lymph and pulmonary response to isobaric reduction in plasma oncotic pressure in baboons. (5/991)

Fas gene mutation in the progression of adult T cell leukemia. (6/991)

Effects of ursodeoxycholic acid on systemic, renal and forearm haemodynamics and sodium homoeostasis in cirrhotic patients with refractory ascites. (7/991)

Expression of phosphatidylethanolamine N-methyltransferase in Yoshida ascites hepatoma cells and the livers of host rats. (8/991)

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Carcinoma, Ehrlich Tumor

Peritoneovenous Shunt

Ascitic Fluid

Peritonitis, Tuberculous

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Sarcoma, Yoshida

Liver Neoplasms, Experimental

Hypertension, Portal

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Identification and characterization of a homozygous deletion found in ovarian ascites by representational difference analysis. (1/991)

Antibiotic penetrance of ascitic fluid in dogs. (2/991)

An endonuclease from mouse cells specific for single-stranded DNA. (3/991)

Hyperreactio luteinalis associated with chronic renal failure. (4/991)

Lymph and pulmonary response to isobaric reduction in plasma oncotic pressure in baboons. (5/991)

Fas gene mutation in the progression of adult T cell leukemia. (6/991)

Effects of ursodeoxycholic acid on systemic, renal and forearm haemodynamics and sodium homoeostasis in cirrhotic patients with refractory ascites. (7/991)

Expression of phosphatidylethanolamine N-methyltransferase in Yoshida ascites hepatoma cells and the livers of host rats. (8/991)

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