[Non-cirrhotic ascites: pathophysiology, diagnosis and etiology]. / L'ascite non liée à la cirrhose : physiopathologie, diagnostic et étiologies.
Rev Med Interne
; 35(6): 365-71, 2014 Jun.
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in Fr
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-24406314
ABSTRACT
Ascites, in 20% of cases, is not linked to liver cirrhosis. The pathophysiology is most often different. The understanding of these pathophysiological mechanisms can lead to etiologic diagnosis. The diagnostic approach is mainly based on the biological study of ascites, especially protein concentration and albumin gradient between serum and ascites. In Western countries, tumors and heart diseases are the predominant causes, while developing countries are mainly concerned by infectious diseases, among which tuberculosis is the leading cause. Other uncommon causes must be recognized, as ascites may be the presenting feature of the disease. Their knowledge will facilitate the therapeutic approach.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Ascites
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Female
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Humans
Language:
Fr
Journal:
Rev Med Interne
Year:
2014
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Article