Assertion: ascites | /r/HasProperty | severe
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text: In an X-ray, the elevation of the diaphragm means that the ascites is severe.
text: If the ascites is severe and shows no sign of resolving it may be necessary to perform paracentesis.
text: This is a standard treatment when ascites recurs or is severe, as diuretics don't always work in late-stage cases.