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[TIPS in patients with therapy refractory ascites and kidney dysfunction].

T Waggershauser1, S Müller-Schunk, J Holl

  • 1Institut für Klinische Radiologie, Klinikum der Universität München, Grosshadern, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 München.

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|November 22, 2001
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Summary

Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) placement effectively manages refractory ascites and improves renal function in patients with liver cirrhosis and kidney impairment. This procedure benefits both organic and functional renal disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Nephrology
  • Interventional Radiology

Context:

  • Refractory ascites and renal failure are significant complications in liver cirrhosis patients.
  • Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is an established treatment for refractory ascites.
  • The impact of TIPS on renal function in this patient group requires further elucidation.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the efficacy of TIPS in patients with refractory ascites and co-existing organic or functional renal impairment.
  • To assess the effect of TIPS on ascites control and renal function parameters.

Summary:

  • Ten patients with liver cirrhosis, refractory ascites, and impaired renal function underwent TIPS placement.
  • TIPS successfully reduced ascites in 80% of patients and improved renal function in all patients.

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  • Significant decreases in serum creatinine and urea levels were observed post-TIPS.

    • Impact:

    • TIPS demonstrates therapeutic value for managing ascites in cirrhotic patients with renal compromise.
    • The procedure offers a potential solution for improving renal function in patients with both organic and functional kidney disease.
    • This study supports the consideration of TIPS in the management of complex cirrhotic patients with ascites and renal impairment.