Signs:

• Bulging Flank
• Abdominal distension
• Tense Ascites

Associated symptoms

• Sarcopenia
• Peripheral edema

Causes:

• Transudative: SAAG (11 g/L) > 11
• Exudative: SAAG (11 g/L) < 11

Pathogenesis:

• 3 theories:

Physical Exam:

• Ascites Exam