Is ascites caused by liver cancer contagious?

Generally speaking, ascites caused by liver cancer is not contagious. The detailed analysis is as follows:

Ascites associated with liver cancer is primarily a complication caused by liver malignancy, resulting from factors such as impaired liver function and portal hypertension, rather than being directly caused by pathogens such as viruses or bacteria. Therefore, ascites from liver cancer cannot be transmitted directly to others through contact, air, or other routes. However, if the liver cancer is caused by infectious factors, such as hepatitis B virus infection, the patient may carry active hepatitis viruses and thus be contagious. This does not mean that the liver cancer-related ascites itself is contagious, but rather indicates that some of the underlying causes associated with liver cancer may pose an infectious risk.

It is important to maintain personal and environmental hygiene, avoid sharing personal items with individuals who have hepatitis, reduce the risk of infection, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to help prevent liver cancer and its complications.