Exocrine (gallbladder, liver, bilairy tract, pancreatic)

Ascites an accumulation of fluid and albumin in the peritoneal cavity

Asterixis hand-flapping usually induced by extending the arm and dorsiflexing the wrist;
frequently seen in hepatic coma
Esophageal varices a complex of longitudinal, toruous veins at the lower end of the
esophagus
Hepatic encephalopathy a type of brain damage caused by a liver disease and consequent
ammonia intoxication
Hepatitis inflammation of the liver resulting from several causes, including several types of
viral agents or exposure to toxic substances
Jaundice yellowish discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclera of the eyes
caused by greater than normal amounts of billirubin in the blood
Paracentesis a procedure in which fluid is withdrawn from the abdominal cavity
Parenchyma tissue of an organ as distinguished from supporting or connective tissue
Spider telangiectases dilated superficial arterioles
Steatorrhea excessive fat in the feces
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