Aims and intended learning outcomes
This article focuses on the assessment and
management of ascites in patients with chronic
liver disease. After reading this article and
completing the time out activities you should
be able to:
Describe the pathophysiology of ascites.
Discuss the diagnosis of the condition in
patients with chronic liver disease.
Explain the complications that may be
associated with ascites.
Outline the treatments and interventions
used to manage the condition in patients
with chronic liver disease.
Describe the development and treatment
of refractory ascites