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Hepatic Encephalopathy: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

اعتلال الدماغ الكبدي

Quick summary

Confusion and coma from liver failure and hyperammonemia. Treated with lactulose and rifaximin.

Last updated: 23 July 2026
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Treatment

  • Lactulose for 2–3 stools daily.
  • Rifaximin (Xifaxan).
  • Limit animal protein.
  • Liver transplant.