How long can someone live with advanced liver cirrhosis and ascites?
I am currently a patient with end-stage liver cirrhosis and ascites, and I feel very unwell. I would like to ask, how long can a person survive at the late stage of liver ascites?
Doctor's answer (1)
Ascites is usually a manifestation of advanced cirrhosis, and prognosis is influenced by multiple factors, including liver function status, underlying causes, presence of complications, and whether effective treatment is administered. The survival duration for patients with advanced ascites varies individually, mainly depending on the patient's physical condition, treatment measures, and the severity of complications.
In general, the survival time for patients with advanced ascites may range from one year to several years. Some patients with advanced ascites may survive for approximately five years following effective treatment, while those with refractory ascites may have a shorter survival period, around two years. If severe complications such as hepatic encephalopathy or renal insufficiency develop, survival time may be further reduced.
It is recommended that patients seek medical attention early and actively pursue treatment. Timely medical intervention and appropriate lifestyle management can improve quality of life to some extent.
