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Ascites - Differential Diagnosis and Workup Algorithm

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Perform paracentesis:
 • Cell count and diff 
 • Total
Ascites - Differential ... • Perform paracentesis ... • Calculate SAAG ... #Differential # ... Diagnosis #Algorithm
Portal Hypertension - Differential Diagnosis
Portal Pressure = the pressure difference between the pressure in the portal
- Differential ... ) estimated by gradient ... HTN: ascites (SAAG ... HTN: • Ascites ... #Diagnosis #causes
Ascites - Diagnosis and Management Summary
Paracentesis studies: cell count + differential, albumin, protein, culture
 • Serum-ascites-albumin-gradient
: cell count + differential ... culture • Serum-ascites-albumin-gradient ... (SAAG): > 1.1 g ... /dL suggests portal ... Summary #Hepatology #SAAG