In ALF, hepatic encephalopathy leads to cerebral edema, coma, brain herniation, and eventually death.
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The mildest form of hepatic encephalopathy is difficult to detect clinically, but may be demonstrated on neuropsychological testing.
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Other potentially life-threatening complications are hepatic encephalopathy ( confusion and coma ) and bleeding from esophageal varices.
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Numerous other abnormalities have been described in hepatic encephalopathy, although their relative contribution to the disease state is uncertain.
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However, the changes in EEG are not typical enough to be useful in distinguishing hepatic encephalopathy from other conditions.
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More severe forms of hepatic encephalopathy lead to a worsening level of consciousness, from lethargy to somnolence and eventually coma.
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In hepatic encephalopathy type C, the identification and treatment of alternative or underlying causes is central to the initial management.
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Corneal edema and signs of liver disease, such as jaundice, vomiting, and hepatic encephalopathy, may also occur.
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The diagnosis of hepatic encephalopathy requires the presence of impaired liver function and the exclusion of an alternative explanation for the symptoms.
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Adams tells her theory to Wilson about House, and says that House is suffering from hepatic encephalopathy due to continued Vicodin abuse.
