GI Cases Flashcards

1
Q

A 50 year old patient with hep C develops GI bleeding. Then has confusion and asterixis (repetitive hand flicking). Dx and Tx?

A

Hepatic Encephalopathy=>increased nitrogenous substance absorbed by gut
Tx: Lactulose

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