Table 4 Comparing management of ascites in subjects with peritoneal carcinomatosis and subjects with portal hypertension
Management | Peritoneal carcinomatosis | Portal hypertension | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
Diuretics | 31/150 (21%) | 8/69 (11%) | 0.13 |
Paracentesis | 35/150 (23%) | 18/69 (26%) | 0.73 |
Peritoneal drain | 31/150 (21%) | 20/69 (29%) | 0.23 |
Shunt | 1/150 (0.7%) | 0/69 (0%) | 1 |
Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy* | 52/150 (35%) | 23/69 (33%) | 0.88 |