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Hepatorenal syndrome is a condition in which the kidneys fail suddenly in a person with cirrhosis of the liver. It is a serious complication of cirrhosis.Hepatorenal syndrome occurs when there is a decrease in kidney fu... |
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Symptoms
Abdominal swellingChange in mental status ConfusionDeliriumDementiaCoarse muscle movements, jerkingDark-colored uri...
Causes
Hepatorenal syndrome occurs when there is a decrease in kidney function in a person with a liver disorder. Because l...
Tests
This condition is diagnosed when other causes of kidney failure are ruled out. A physical examination will not direct...
Treatments
Treatment aims to improve liver function and ensure that there is enough blood in the body and the heart is pumping a...
Doctor Specialties
This disorder most often is diagnosed in the hospital during treatment for a liver disorder.
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