Ascites (common causes)

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Etiology

Cirrhosis (80-85%)
Malignancy (10%)
Congestive heart failure (3%)
Tuberculous peritonitis
Dialysis-related
Bile or pancreatic ascites
Lymphatic tear (chylous ascites)
Nephrotic syndrome

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Last updated: December 1, 2014

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