Prevalence of Ascites in Hepatitis B and C: A Comparative Study

Authors

  • Ekedigwe J. Ekene Associate Professor, Department of Radiology, Bingham University College of Medicine, Jos, Nigeria
  • J. Onubi Senior Lecturer, Department of Chemical Pathology, Bingham University College of Medicine, Jos, Nigeria
  • E. Elisha Senior Lecturer, Department of Medical Micro Biology and Parasitology, Bingham University College of Medicine, Jos, Nigeria
  • A. Adeola Professor, Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology, Bingham University College of Medicine, Jos, Nigeria
  • P. Eseigbe Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine, Bingham University College of Medicine, Jos, Nigeria
  • A. A. G. Chima Professor, Bingham University College of Medicine, Jos, Nigeria

Abstract

Ascites, the pathological accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, is a common and serious complication of chronic liver diseases, including those caused by Hepatitis B and C. This study evaluates the prevalence and associated risk factors of ascites in patients with Hepatitis B and C. Data were collected from 322 patients and analyzed to determine the relationship between ascites and these infections. The findings reveal significant differences in the prevalence of ascites between the two groups, highlighting the need for tailored management strategies.

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Published

28-05-2025

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Vol. 8 No. 5 (2025)

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Copyright (c) 2025 Ekedigwe J. Ekene, J. Onubi, E. Elisha, A. Adeola, P. Eseigbe, A. A. G. Chima

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How to Cite

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E. J. Ekene, J. Onubi, E. Elisha, A. Adeola, P. Eseigbe, and A. A. G. Chima, “Prevalence of Ascites in Hepatitis B and C: A Comparative Study”, IJRESM, vol. 8, no. 5, pp. 187–189, May 2025, Accessed: Jul. 01, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://journal.ijresm.com/index.php/ijresm/article/view/3278