Hepatic Encephalopathy Flashcards
1
Q
What medications can precipitate hepatic encephalopathy?
A
Benzos
narcotics
2
Q
What are precipitating factors for encephalopathy?
A
therapy non-compliance
TIPS
GI bleed
3
Q
What is the treatment for acute and chronic hepatic encephalopathy?
A
lactulose
4
Q
What treatment is only used for chronic HE?
A
Rifaximin
5
Q
When are corticosteroids indicated for alcohol induced hep?
A
mDf >32
AND
HE
6
Q
When are corticosteroids contraindicated in patients with alcohol induced hepatitis?
A
- infection
- GI bleed
- acute pancreatitis
- renal failure
7
Q
What is the second line therapy to corticosteroids for alcholic-hepatitis?
A
Pentoxifylline TRENTAL
