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Paracentesis in Adults With Cirrhosis

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Portal hypertension secondary to end-stage chronic liver disease (CLD), also known as cirrhosis, is the most common cause of ascites in the United States. In 2023, CLD and cirrhosis accounted for more than 52,000 deaths and was the ninth leading cause of death that year. Ascites is a sign of decompensated cirrhosis which is managed with diet modification, pharmacologic therapy, and paracentesis. Performed for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes, paracentesis can provide symptomatic relief for patients and help the health-care team monitor and manage infections. While the paracentesis is a simple procedure, care must be taken to prevent and monitor for procedural complications, including postparacentesis circulatory dysfunction (PPCD) and hemorrhage.

Source: Journal of Radiology Nursing

DOI: 10.1016/j.jradnu.2026.101441

Authors: Lynne Kokoczka, Jaclyn Fields, Bridget Dolan, Leah Psellas

Institution: Cleveland Clinic

Language: English

Topic: Liver Disease and Transplantation

Subfield: Hepatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,500