Hepatic encephalopathy is caused by the accumulation of gut-derived toxic substances, such as ammonia, in the bloodstream that are normally removed by the liver. Treatment usually consists of ...

Liver transplant should be considered in selected patients with hepatic encephalopathy. Future prospects include new drugs that decrease plasma ammonia, measures to reduce brain edema, and liver ...

Lactulose is a medication used to treat hepatic encephalopathy, a complication of cirrhosis. It works on your digestive system to reduce levels of toxins like ammonia. If you have cirrhosis ...

A 77-year-old woman with a history of hepatitis C cirrhosis presents to the emergency department with 24 hours of progressive ...

Considering taking supplements to treat hepatic encephalopathy? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy. Follow the links to read ...

Background and Aims: Acute variceal bleed (AVB) is an important precipitating factor for development of hepatic encephalopathy ... along with standard treatment of AVB as per Baveno 4 guidelines.

Patients with cirrhosis and minimal hepatic encephalopathy often experience sleep difficulties, but treatment with benzodiazepines is frequently ineffective and can have serious side effects.