For Ascites we have terms and definitions in 11 topics. The topics are Bladder Cancer, Blood and Marrow Transplant, HIV and AIDs, Hepatitis B, Horse Health, Human Reproduction, Liver, Biliary and Pancreatic Di, Lymphoma, Medical, Mesothelioma and Microbiology.

Ascites (Bladder Cancer)

The collection of excess amounts of fluid in the abdominal cavity (belly). It often is a sign that the cancer has spread to either the liver or the portal vein that goes to the liver. If normal liver function is affected, a complex set of biochemical checks and balances is disrupted and abnormal amounts of fluid are retained.

Ascites (Blood and Marrow Transplant)

Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen outside the bowels (in the "peritoneal cavity") Often caused by liver failure

Ascites (HIV and AIDs)

An accumulation of abdominal fluid due to low blood albumin, which is a potential complication from CIRRHOSIS.

Ascites (Hepatitis B)

A large, abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen that can occur due to liver failure, cirrhosis and liver cancer. This condition requires immediate medical attention.

Ascites (Horse Health)

The accumulation of fluid within the abdominal cavity.

Ascites (Human Reproduction)

An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.

Ascites (Liver, Biliary and Pancreatic Di)

Fluid build-up in the abdominal cavity which is usually caused by severe liver diseases, such as cirrhosis.

Ascites (Lymphoma)

A collection of fluid within the abdominal cavity that may contain cancer cells.

Ascites (Medical)

Excess fluid in the abdominal cavity, which leads to swelling

Ascites (Mesothelioma)

The abnormal accumulation of serum in the abdominal cavity. Also called hydroperitoneum.

Ascites (Microbiology)

Effusion of serous fluid into the abdominal cavity (schistosomiasis).

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