Although not predictive of the development of SBP, the presence of bacterial DNA in ascitic fluid and serum is an indicator of a poor prognosis necessitating further investigation. [72] ...

Background: Ascites and pleural effusion are well recognized complications of pancreatic diseases. Drug therapy of these is limited by high cost, prolonged hospitalization and failure rates ...

and yellowing of the skin and eyes. If left untreated, Ascites can cause severe complications, leading to a medical emergency. So, seek medical attention promptly if you experience any of these ...