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ascites

/əˈsaɪ.tiːz/

Tradução: Condição médica caracterizada pelo acúmulo anormal de líquido seroso na cavidade abdominal.

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noun

/əˈsaɪ.tiːz/C2formalmedical
  • ptCondição médica caracterizada pelo acúmulo anormal de líquido seroso na cavidade abdominal.

A medical condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity.

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  1. Abdominal fluid buildupC1formalmedical

    An abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity, often associated with liver disease or other medical conditions.

    ptAcúmulo de líquido na cavidade abdominal

    • The patient was diagnosed with ascites due to cirrhosis of the liver.
    • Doctors drained the ascites to relieve abdominal pressure.
    • Ascites can cause significant discomfort and breathing difficulties.