My paracentesis is scheduled for today FINALLY. I hate the poking and prodding, but look very forward to the relief. We have also increased the amount of albumin given after para.
To learn more about albumin after paracentesis, check it out here.
The important part is, "In cirrhotics undergoing paracentesis, albumin infusion prevents rapid re-accumulation of ascitic fluid while simultaneously decreasing the risk of post-paracentesis related circulatory dysfunction."
