What is it about?
the treatment of refractory ascites now is still a challenge allover the world, we reviewed both convertional and newly developed therapeutic mathods for the treatment of RA on the purpose of having a better understanding of these methods. such large volume paracentesis, diuretics, and ALPA pump.
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Why is it important?
though the fundamental treatment for RA patients is liver transplantation, but LT is limited by the lack of donors and high costs. by reviewing the development of therapeutic ways of RA, the advantage and drawbacks of each methods is clear for us. newly developed methods is promising but needs further research.
Perspectives
through reviewing the articles about refractory ascites, we have learn a lot about the treatment and recent development. we hope readers can enjoy the reading because of the easy-understanding and valuable clinical significance.
jifang sheng
The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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This page is a summary of: Current management of refractory ascites in patients with cirrhosis, Journal of International Medical Research, December 2017, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/0300060517735231.
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