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A previously compensating cirrhosis patient is brought to the ED complaining of increased ascites, low BP, and decreased urine output. The patient has received several therapeutic peritoneal taps within the last month and is on multiple diuretics. On labs creatinine is elevated compared to previous admissions with low urine sodium, and no urine sediment. You suspect hepatorenal syndrome. Which of the following is correct in the management of this patient?

By Ali Tabatabaey|2020-12-07T09:04:06-05:00December 7th, 2020|Comments Off on A previously compensating cirrhosis patient is brought to the ED complaining of increased ascites, low BP, and decreased urine output. The patient has received several therapeutic peritoneal taps within the last month and is on multiple diuretics. On labs creatinine is elevated compared to previous admissions with low urine sodium, and no urine sediment. You suspect hepatorenal syndrome. Which of the following is correct in the management of this patient?

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