Hepatic Encephalopathy Flashcards
1
Q
Hepatic encephalopathy
A
complication of liver failure resulting in raised ammonia and glutamine
2
Q
signs
A
confusion
liver failure symptoms
3
Q
precipitating factors
A
GI bleed shunting infection high protein meal constipation hypokalaemia
4
Q
management
A
lactulose
rifaximin
