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Abdominal distension other diagnostic studies
Introduction
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Other Diagnostic Studies
Other Diagnostic Studies
- Biopsy for masses/tumors
- Endoscopy (lower gastrointestinal) may be performed to rule out any organic pathology before irritable bowel syndrome can be diagnosed.
- Paracentesis may provide symptomatic relief and is diagnostic for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) and malignant ascites.
References
References
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