Stanley, A.J. , Bouchier, L.A.D. and Hayes, P.C. (1997) Pathophysiology and management of portal hypertension 2: cirrhotic ascites. British Journal of Hospital Medicine, 58(2-3), pp. 74-78. (PMID:9349370)
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Abstract
The pathophysiology of the haemodynamic and renal abnormalities in cirrhosis remains ill-defined. The development of ascites has poor prognostic significance and management should follow a stepwise approach from salt restriction to diuretic therapy then large-volume paracentesis before more invasive techniques.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Stanley, Dr Adrian |
| Authors: | Stanley, A.J., Bouchier, L.A.D., and Hayes, P.C. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing |
| Journal Name: | British Journal of Hospital Medicine |
| Publisher: | Mark Allen Healthcare |
| ISSN: | 1750-8460 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1759-7390 |
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