This study is a multi-center, prospective, interventional study, in which subjects who meet the selection criteria are registered at each institution during the study period from the date of research approval. Regardless of the order, paracentesis using KARAHOC and conventional angiocatheter will be performed once in all patients. The criteria for successful paracentesis is set as 3L or more of ascites drainage. During paracentesis, albumin will be infused in all patients. Heart rate and blood pressure will be measured before the procedure and right after the completion of drainage, and 30 minutes later. The incidence of complications will be compared between two methods. In addition, patient and operator satisfaction will be investigated using a visual analogue scale.
Comparison of success rate and complication between conventional angiocatheter versus new anchoring device (KARAHOC) used for paracentesis in cirrhotic patients with ascites.