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Is ascites precox an exclusive symptom of constrictive pericarditis ?

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Yes: The term ascites praecox does refer specifically to ascites (fluid in abdominal cavity) secondary to constrictive pericaritis. It may occur prior to the development of leg edema.

Answered 4/11/2017

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Yes: By definition, ascites precox is ascites from constrictive pericarditis. However, there are many other causes of ascites.

Answered 8/9/2017

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