Cirrhosis of the liver, cancer which has spread to the peritoneal cavity and tuberculosis are the most important and the commonest causes for ascites. Common Causes of ascites are: 1. Cirrhosis of ...

A 66-year-old previously healthy woman presented to hospital with 1 month of malaise, abdominal swelling and early satiety. She had immigrated from the Philippines 40 years before and had previous ...

Ascites is a buildup of fluid in the abdomen. It can happen when the liver is not working properly. Fluid fills the space between the organs and the abdominal lining, leading to swelling and pain.