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Deciphering the SAAG - Serum to Ascites Albumin Gradient
Ascites is either made in the liver sinusoid
Deciphering the SAAG - Serum ... Ascites Albumin Gradient ... albumin in the fluid ... #Serum #Albumin ... #Gradient #Interpretation
Hepatic Hydrothorax
 • Presents as right sided in 85% of cases
 • Fluid studies:
Hepatic Hydrothorax ... /serum total protein ... /serum LDH ratio ... < 0.6 - Serum-to-pleural ... fluid albumin gradient
Venous Excess Ultrasound (VExUS) - Fluid Overload and Venous Congestion Assessment
Step 1: IVC Diameter: If >2cm,
Ultrasound (VExUS) - Fluid ... step 2 Step 2: Hepatic ... Vein Doppler Interpretation ... pocus #congestion #grading