Liver Function Tests: Key Parameters and Their Clinical Significance Question. Write short note on liver function test. Answer. Liver Function test "Factors influencing success with liver function test knowledge: Q&A" Serum Bilirubin The normal level is 1 mg / 100 mL. It increases in: Hepatocellular injury Posthepatic biliary … [Read more...] about Liver Function Tests: Key Parameters and Their Clinical Significance
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Ascites: Causes, Investigations, and Diagnostic Criteria
Ascites: Causes, Investigations, and Diagnostic Criteria Question. Write a short note on the causes and investigations of ascites. Answer. Causes of Ascites "Steps to master ascites for exams: Study plans vs mock tests: Q&A guide" 1. Disease of peritoneum 1. Infections: Tuberculous peritonitis. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis. Fungal: Candida, … [Read more...] about Ascites: Causes, Investigations, and Diagnostic Criteria
Portal Hypertension and Cirrhosis of Liver: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management
Portal Hypertension and Cirrhosis of Liver: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management Question. Describe clinical features of portal hypertension. How will you investigate and manage a case of cirrhosis of liver. Answer. Following are the clinical features of portal hypertension: Splenomegaly: Spleen gets enlarged to the size of 5–6 cm. Hypersplenism: It is common … [Read more...] about Portal Hypertension and Cirrhosis of Liver: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management
Hepatitis B: Etiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Explained
Hepatitis B: Etiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Explained Question. Describe hepatitis-B under following headings. Etiology Clinical features Diagnosis Prophylaxis Answer. Diagnosis Serology Hepatitis-B "Importance of studying hepatitis B for healthcare professionals: Questions explained" HBV consists of number of antigens. The three … [Read more...] about Hepatitis B: Etiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Explained
Empyema: Clinical Features, Signs, and Respiratory Symptoms Explained
Empyema: Clinical Features, Signs, and Respiratory Symptoms Explained Question. Outline the clinical features of empyema. Answer. Empyema means the presence of pus in the pleural cavity. Clinical Features Of Acute Empyema Symptoms Those of primary disease: Imperfect recovery in pneumonic cases, or sudden increase in fever with rigors. Those due to mechanical … [Read more...] about Empyema: Clinical Features, Signs, and Respiratory Symptoms Explained