Ascites
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Eiman Ghaffarpasand, M.D. [2]
Synonyms and keywords: Peritoneal cavity fluid, Peritoneal fluid excess, Hydroperitoneum, Abdominal dropsy, Excess peritoneal fluid.
Common Causes | System based | Alphabetical order
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Paracentesis | Electrocardiogram | Chest X Ray | CT Scan | MRI | Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies