Budd-chiari syndrome

Budd-Chiari syndrome is a rare condition caused by an obstruction of the blood flow out of the liver, usually due to blood clots. It often occurs in people with other health problems that cause blood clotting, such as myeloproliferative disorders and antiphospholipid syndrome. Chronic inflammatory disorders such as lupus sarcoidosis, Behcet disease and inflammatory bowel disease can also cause Budd-Chiari syndrome. People with Budd-CHiari syndrome experience three main symptoms – (1) abdominal pain, (2) ascites – a condition wherein fluid builds up in the abdominal cavity, and (3) enlarged liver because blood can flow into the liver, but cannot flow out of it. If left untreated, liver damage, kidney problems and jaundice may occur.