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Hepatic encephalopathy (sometimes hepatoencephalopathy) is a potentially-reversible neuropsychiatric abnormality in the setting of liver failure, whether chronic (as in cirrhosis), or acutely. It can be diagnosed only after exclusion of other neurological, psychiatric, infectious, and metabolic etiologies.
Encephalopathy literally translated means "disease of the brain". In some cases it refers to permanent and irreversible brain damage or injury. In other cases it can refer to a condition of the brain that is totally reversible and curable.
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What has the author Frederick Steigmann written?
Frederick Steigmann has written: 'Hepatic encephalopathy' -- subject(s): Hepatic encephalopathy
What is hepatic encephaopathy?
the liver's conversion of waste products (liver encephalopathy),
Rifaximin is used to treat what diseases?
hepatic encephalopathy
Liver cirrhosis with hepatic encephalopathy nursing care plan?
he is diagnosed as fulminant hepatic failure
What has the author Nils Henrik Diemer written?
Nils Henrik Diemer has written: 'Glial and neuronal changes in experimental hepatic encephalopathy' -- subject(s): Animal models, Hepatic encephalopathy, Physiology, Rats
Ammonia role in hepatic encephalopathy?
A pt with Hepatic encephaopathy can not digest ammonia. Therefore give lactulose to aid in the process
What is hypoactive delirium?
Hypoactive delirium is observed in patients with hypercapnia and hepatic encephalopathy.
Can a person with raise a child 7 yr old with hepatic encephalopathy?
Yes, it is possible for a person to raise a seven year old child with hepatic encephalopathy. The child may need medical visits, medicine, and appointments, but it is possible.
What are the symptoms of hepatic coma?
Symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy range from almost unnoticeable changes in personality, energy levels, and thinking patterns to deep coma.
What has the author Harold O Conn written?
Harold O. Conn has written: 'Hepatic Encephalopathy'
How does the administration of lactulose impact ammonia levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy?
The administration of lactulose helps reduce ammonia levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy by promoting the excretion of ammonia in the stool. This helps to improve symptoms of confusion and cognitive impairment associated with the condition.
How long before death in untreated hepatic encephalopathy?
It depends on how severe it is, so it's impossible to give a general answer to the question.
