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Keep abreast with the latest news related to Ascites there are 14 news items on Ascites that covers updates, breakthroughs and in-depth reports.

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Ascites is fluid collection in the peritoneum usually as a consequence of liver damage commonly seen in cirrhosis. Cancers and tuberculosis can cause ascites due to peritoneal spread of the disease.

Obesity Can Hasten Liver Cirrhosis Progression

Obesity Can Hasten Liver Cirrhosis Progression

obesity accelerates cirrhosis progression and measures to reduce BMI could improve the prognosis for patients with advanced liver disease.

Obesity Ups Liver Cirrhosis Risk in Middle-aged Men: Study

Obesity Ups Liver Cirrhosis Risk in Middle-aged Men: Study

A new study from the Sahlgrenska Academy has established a link between obesity and a greatly increased risk of cirrhosis of the liver in middle-aged men.

Genetic Variation Associated With Liver Cirrhosis in Alcoholic Caucasians - Study

Genetic Variation Associated With Liver Cirrhosis in Alcoholic Caucasians - Study

German researchers in a study pointed that variation in PNPLA3 (adiponutrin) gene is associated with liver cirrhosis and high levels of transaminase (liver enzyme)in alcoholic caucasians.

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Japanese Researchers Succeed in Curing Liver Cirrhosis in Rats

Japanese Researchers Succeed in Curing Liver Cirrhosis in Rats

Japanese researchers said Monday that they had succeeded in curing liver cirrhosis in rats and hope to apply the remedy to humans suffering from the chronic disease.

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Ascites - Glossary

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Budd-Chiari Syndrome

Budd-Chiari Syndrome

Budd-Chiari Syndrome (BCS) is a rare disorder caused by narrowing and obstruction (occlusion) of the hepatic veins (veins in the liver). This prevents the free-flow of blood from the liver to the heart.

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Abdominal Compartment Syndrome

Abdominal Compartment Syndrome

Abdominal compartment syndrome is a condition where high intra-abdominal pressure causes organ failure in hospitalized patients.

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