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***the failing [[Liver - Anatomy & Physiology|liver]] is unable to convert ammonia to urea, resulting in a rise in the level of blood ammonia
***the failing [[Liver - Anatomy & Physiology|liver]] is unable to convert ammonia to urea, resulting in a rise in the level of blood ammonia
***lowered level of plasma albumin contributes to the development of ascites
***lowered level of plasma albumin contributes to the development of ascites
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===Syndromes in liver failure===
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[[Icterus]]
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[[Photosensitisation]]
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[[Hepatic Encephalopathy]]
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[[Bleeding Tendencies]]
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[[Hypoalbuminaemia]]
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[[Category:Liver - General Pathology]]
[[Category:Liver - General Pathology]]