Ascites (Guidelines)

TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland
NHS Highland

Objectives

Author is aware that the guidance on TAM is due for review and plans to review this on 24/05/2026. The guidance can continue to be used in this interim period. If you have any queries, please contact the guideline author/reviewer

Abdominal Paracentesis: drainage of ascites see:

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 20/07/2021

Next review date: 24/05/2026

Author(s): Liver guideline and pathway group.

Version: V1.2

Approved By: TAM subgroup of the ADTC

Reviewer name(s): Dr A Broad, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Liver nurse specialist.

Document Id: TAM671