by
dr naila masood
Cirrhosis is the late result of any disease that
causes scarring of the liver.
In cirrhosis
Hepatic dysfunction and sinusoidal portal pressure
send a message to the kidney to retain excess
sodium and fluid.
“Underfill" theory
Ascites occurs as a primary event.
Nitric Oxide
Chronic endotoxemia associated with
cirrhosis may stimulate the synthesis and
release of a potent endothelin-derived
relaxing factor, Nitric oxide.
Contraindications
Clinically evident fibrinolysis or DIC.
Gross Appearance of Ascitic Fluid
Color Appearance