Pathophysiology of ascites: The importance of the intestine. A surgical contribution to the understanding of a medical problem.
Ann Hepatol
; 29(3): 101498, 2024.
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ABSTRACT
The understanding of the mechanisms for the development of ascites has evolved over the years, involving the liver, peritoneum, heart, and kidneys as key responsible for its formation. In this article, we review the pathophysiology of ascites formation, introducing the role of the intestine as a major responsible for ascites production through "a game changer" case.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Ascitis
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Intestinos
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Ann Hepatol
Asunto de la revista:
GASTROENTEROLOGIA
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
Pais de publicación:
México