1. Ascites - Clinical Presentation
Ascites means the collection of excess fluid in the peritoneal cavity. It is manifest clinically as a protuberant abdomen with a positive fluid wave. Also evident in this slide is severe muscle wasting, or cachexia, in this individual with cirrhosis. What are the pathobiologic mechanisms for developing ascites? Answer
What is the serum-ascites albumin gradient in this patient? Answer
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