Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity that causes abdominal distention. It is a common complication of cirrhosis but can also occur in other conditions such as cancer, heart failure, tuberculosis, and dialysis. Ascites can lead to significant problems for your patient, including respiratory compromise, hypotension, and even peritonitis. Hit play on this episode to learn: 

• The pathophysiology of ascites


• Signs and symptoms of ascites


• Ascites diagnostic tests


• Complications of ascites


• Ascites treatment

And, to wrap it all up, we’ll go through an ascites case study together!

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