Hepatic Encephalopathy Flashcards
1
Q
What is hepatic encephalopathy?
A
Decline in brain function due to liver disease
2
Q
What causes hepatic encephalopathy?
A
A buildup of toxins in the bloodstream
- Mainly ammonia
3
Q
Symptoms?
A
Cognitive decline
Fidgeting
4
Q
Signs?
A
Foetor hepaticus
Asterixis
5
Q
Surgical treatment?
A
End stage liver disease
- Transplant
6
Q
Pharmacological management?
A
Treat underlying cause
