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Deciphering the SAAG - Serum to Ascites Albumin Gradient
Ascites is either made in the liver sinusoid
Ascites Albumin Gradient ... albumin in the fluid ... liverprof #Diagnosis #Hepatology ... SAAG #Ascites #Fluid ... #Interpretation
Hepatic Hydrothorax
 • Presents as right sided in 85% of cases
 • Fluid studies:
Hepatic Hydrothorax ... 85% of cases • Fluid ... albumin gradient ... BrighamChiefs #Hepatic ... Hydrothorax #diagnosis #hepatology
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