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Neck "ascites" after peritoneovenous shunt.

A Ginès1, J Llach, X Calvet

  • 1Liver Unit, Hospital Clínic i Provincial, University of Barcelona, Spain.

Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology
|June 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

A LeVeen shunt, used to treat ascites, caused a rare complication called ectopic ascites in the neck. This may be prevented by draining ascites before shunt placement.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Case Reports
  • Surgical Complications
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Peritoneovenous shunts, like the LeVeen shunt, are utilized for managing refractory ascites.
  • Complications associated with shunts can significantly impact patient outcomes.