Askiteshoitoon
Askiteshoitoon is the Finnish term for the medical management of ascites, the abnormal buildup of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. It commonly arises from cirrhosis but can be due to heart failure, cancer, nephrotic syndrome, or infection. The aim is to relieve symptoms, prevent complications, and treat the underlying cause.
Diagnosis starts with physical examination and imaging, and is confirmed with diagnostic paracentesis. Fluid analysis helps
Core treatments include dietary sodium restriction and diuretic therapy, typically spironolactone with or without furosemide. Dosing
Refractory ascites may require advanced approaches such as transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) or consideration of
Complications include spontaneous bacterial peritonitis; prophylactic antibiotics may be used in high-risk cases. Ongoing monitoring includes
The prognosis depends on the underlying disease. Askiteshoitoon is typically part of a multidisciplinary approach in