Hepatic encephalopathy Flashcards
1
Q
What is it
A
Confusion due to liver disease
2
Q
Precipitants
A
GI bleed Infection Constipation Dehydration (electrolyte disturbance) Medication
3
Q
Other signs
A
Asterixis
Feotor hepaticas
4
Q
Treatment
A
Treat underlying cause
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic
- laxatives
- transplant if repeat admission with HE
5
Q
How is HE graded
A
1 - mild confusion
4 - coma
