Bauchwassersucht · Abdominal effusion · Peritoneal effusion · Aszites · Flüssigkeitsansammlung im Bauchraum
Ascites is the abnormal accumulation of free fluid within the abdominal cavity, which impacts the circulatory and digestive systems. Rather than a disease itself, it is a severe symptom of an underlying condition, such as heart, liver, or kidney dysfunction. An abdominal ultrasound is the gold standard method used by veterinarians to confirm the presence of this fluid.
Owners usually notice a visibly swollen, distended, or pear-shaped abdomen, often accompanied by lethargy and breathing difficulties. This symptom can appear at any age, depending on when the primary underlying disease develops.
While the fluid can be drained and managed with medications, long-term or lifelong therapy is usually required to treat the underlying cause. The associated veterinary care and diagnostic tests typically cost between €1,000 and €5,000.
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Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.