peritoneal shunt

Refractory cirrhosis ascites is the clinical manifestation of cirrhosis at the end of the period, usually refers to sodium salt and high-dose diuretics are ineffective or relapse after treatment of ascites, accounting for about 10% of cirrhosis ascites, 1 year mortality Up to 75%. The Denver tube peritoneovenous shunt (PVS) used in clinical practice in the 1980s provided an effective choice for refractory cirrhosis ascites. Treatment of diseases: cirrhosis, ascites, cirrhosis Indication Patients with refractory cirrhosis and ascites. Preoperative preparation Antibiotics are routinely used before surgery.

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