Abstract: This article aims to help with recognition and management of HE in the emergency department (ED) by reviewing its pathogenesis, classification, diagnosis, grading, and treatment. A comprehensive search was conducted through major databases; Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid EMBASE, Ovid Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, through November, 2017. The search strategy used Mesh terms; encephalopathy, emergency department, management. HE is a typical and significant complication of chronic or acute liver failure. Identification and improvement of precipitating aspects remain the foundation of treatment, and morbidity and mortality can be decreased by timely treatment. The medical diagnosis and management of HE in ED could be challenging and requires setup of care in seasoned centers with communication between ED physicians, hepatologists, and cosmetic surgeons. HE in cancer patients is multifactorial and needs specific therapy for HE as well as management of the underlying etiology.
Keywords: emergency department (ED), pathogenesis, classification, diagnosis, treatment.
Title: Diagnosis and Management of Encephalopathy in Emergency Department
Author: Fatimah abdullah alyousif, Hawra Hassan Alkhatem, Safa A. Alabdaljabbar
International Journal of Healthcare Sciences
ISSN 2348-5728 (Online)
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