Ascites is the buildup of fluid in the abdominal ... your provider will ask about your medical history and perform a physical ...

In contrast to LVP, which provides only symptomatic control and requires repeated procedures, TIPS efficiently prevents the formation of ascites and increases urinary sodium excretion by reducing ...

On examination he was alert and well oriented, and there were many spider nevi. Hepatomegaly and ascites were present, and there were dilated veins on the abdominal wall. There were no abnormal ...