Abdominal Ascites :: UK Acute Oncology Society

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Abdominal ascites is the accumulation of protein rich fluid in the peritoneal cavity and can be classed as an exudate or transudate.
Ascites typically develops in the setting of recurrent and/or advanced cancer, the commonest sites being ovarian, breast and colo-rectal.

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Abdominal ascites is the accumulation of protein rich fluid in the peritoneal cavity and can be classed as an exudate or transudate.

Ascites typically develops in the setting of recurrent and/or advanced cancer, the commonest sites being ovarian, breast and colo-rectal.

Are you a health professional looking for immediate guidance?

UKONS Acute Oncology Initial Management may help

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