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In hepatic encephalopathy type C, the identification and treatment of alternative or underlying causes is central to the initial management. [4] [9] [10] [19] Given the frequency of infection as the underlying cause, antibiotics are often administered empirically (without knowledge of the exact source and nature of the infection).
Lactulose is a non-absorbable sugar used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. [ 3 ] [ 4 ] It is administered orally for constipation, and either orally or rectally for hepatic encephalopathy . [ 3 ]
Detection of encephalopathy is central to the diagnosis of ALF. It may vary from subtle deficit in higher brain function (e.g. mood, concentration in grade I) to deep coma (grade IV). Patients presenting as acute and hyperacute liver failure are at greater risk of developing cerebral edema and grade IV encephalopathy.
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It treats hepatic encephalopathy by stopping the growth of bacteria that produce toxins and that may worsen the liver disease. Although high-quality evidence is lacking, it appears to be as effective as, or more effective than, other available treatments for hepatic encephalopathy (such as lactulose), is better tolerated, and may work faster.
Binswanger's disease, also known as subcortical leukoencephalopathy and subcortical arteriosclerotic encephalopathy, [1] is a form of small-vessel vascular dementia caused by damage to the white brain matter. [2] White matter atrophy can be caused by many circumstances including chronic hypertension as well as old age. [3]
Diabetes, a condition where blood glucose levels cannot be controlled, affects more than 10% of the adult population worldwide, and more than 90% of those have type 2 diabetes.
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