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Abstract
Introduction:Although ascites is a common complication of congestive heart failure, the association between heart failure and hemorrhagic ascites is quite rare.Patient concerns:A 64-year-old woman with recurrent large bloody ascites secondary to heart failure.Diagnosis:Ascitic fluid assessment revealed red blood cells of 75,125/mm3 and white blood cells of 225/mm3. The total protein in the ascitic fluid was 28.7 g/L, with a high serum ascites albumin gradient. Peritoneal fluid examinations for bacterial culture, acid-fast bacilli (smear and culture), and malignant cell cytology were negative.Interventions:The patient was managed with therapeutic paracentesis, aggressive diuresis, and optimization of her heart failure medications.Outcomes:The patient’s symptoms improved dramatically and was discharged in a stable condition.Conclusion:Congestive heart failure should be considered as a potential cause of hemorrhagic ascites after ruling out other serious causes.
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