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Diagnosis and Management of Ascites - 0%Topic 1
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Management of Refractory AscitesDiagnosis and Management of Ascites Overview
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Last Updated: March 4th, 2024CNE/CMEContinuing Education
This lesson qualifies for:- 1.0 CME AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, or
- 1.0 CNE contact hour and 1.0 CE contact hour (qualifies for pharmacology CE for advanced practice nurses)
CNE and CME Origination: August 29th, 2013CNE and CME Review: March 15th, 2024CNE and CME Expiration: March 10th, 2027 (4th Edition)
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4th Edition
This is a substantial revision of the original Lesson. The previous edition was titled Diagnosis and Management of Ascites and available until March 14th, 2024.Learning Objectives
- Provide a list of causes in the differential diagnosis of ascites
- Diagnose ascites based on physical examination findings
- Describe the appropriate technique for performing abdominal paracentesis
- Summarize appropriate medical management and dietary recommendations for persons with ascites
- Discuss ascites-associated complications and treatment
Lesson Contributors
Authors
Jennifer Price, MD, PhDJennifer Price, MD, PhD
Professor of Medicine
Director, UCSF Viral Hepatitis Center
Division of GI and Hepatology
University of California, San FranciscoDisclosures:- Grants, Research support to Institution: Abbvie, Genentech, Vir Biotechnology, Zydus Pharmaceuticals
The relevant financial relationship was mitigated.Reviewers
Maria A. Corcorran, MD, MPHMaria A. Corcorran, MD, MPH
Associate Editor
Assistant Professor
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of WashingtonDisclosures:NoneDavid H. Spach, MDDavid H. Spach, MD
Editor-in-Chief
Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of WashingtonDisclosures:NoneLesson Plan
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