"Unraveling the Neuropsychiatric Impact: Clinical Profile and Outcomes of Hepatic Encephalopathy in Liver Cirrhosis Patients at a Tertiary Care Center"

Authors

  • Dr.P.PHANI KUMAR,Dr. M .RAMADEVI ,Dr MUNEER KANHA,Dr CHENNAKESAVULU DARA Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48047/

Keywords:

Hepatic encephalopathy, liver cirrhosis, alcohol abuse, viral hepatitis, precipitating factors, clinical profile, outcomes, gastrointestinal bleeding, electrolyte imbalances, diuretic use, mortality, recovery

Abstract

Introduction: Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a neuropsychiatric disorder often linked with 
liver cirrhosis, particularly due to alcohol or viral hepatitis infections. Timely identification of 
precipitating factors is essential for effective management. This study aims to explore the clinical 
profile, risk factors, and outcomes of patients with HE caused by cirrhosis.Methods:
A prospective observational study was conducted at Sri Venkateswara Ram Narain RUIA 
Government General Hospital, Tirupati, from August 2016 to August 2017, including 50 patients 
diagnosed with HE and cirrhosis based on West Haven criteria. Clinical data, lab results, and 
precipitating factors were recorded and analyzed.

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Published

2024-11-01

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 11 (2024): volume 15 issue 11 (2024)

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