Why do people need albumin after paracentesis?
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Removing a large volume of ascitic fluid—typically more than 5 liters—is an effective treatment for tense ascites, yet this procedure can trigger a significant hemodynamic shift called paracentesis-induced circulatory dysfunction (PICD). To counteract this, patients often need albumin after paracentesis to stabilize their circulation and prevent life-threatening complications.
