3 results
Diagnosis of ascites according to the serum ascites albumin gradient (SAAG)
SAAG ≥ 1.1:
 - Ascitic protein
/dL: Cirrhosis, ... , Massive liver ... #ascites #albumin ... #differential # ... diagnosis #algorithm
Portal Hypertension - Differential Diagnosis
Portal Pressure = the pressure difference between the pressure in the portal
(SAAG>I.I), esophageal ... encephalopathy, and hepatorenal ... protein 22.5 g/ ... INR, bilirubin, albumin ... Diagnosis #causes #hepatology
Elevated Globulin - Protein Gap (Total Protein - Albumin > 4)

Work-up of an Elevated Globulin Gap:
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Albumin > 4) ... changes (POEMS syndrome ... Sarcoidosis) • Liver ... disease: Cirrhosis ... ProteinGap #differential