Brain Swelling in Acute Liver Failure: From an Autopsy "Artifact" to a Treatable Complication.

Autor: Wijdicks, Eelco F. M.
Zdroj: Neurocritical Care; Apr2024, Vol. 40 Issue 2, p791-794, 4p
Abstrakt: This article, titled "Brain Swelling in Acute Liver Failure: From an Autopsy 'Artifact' to a Treatable Complication," discusses the recognition and treatment of cerebral edema in patients with acute liver failure. The article highlights the historical debate surrounding the existence of structural brain injury in these patients and the shift towards recognizing cerebral edema as a distinct manifestation of fulminant hepatic failure. The article also discusses the clinical presentation, diagnostic findings, and treatment options for cerebral edema in acute liver failure. The author emphasizes the importance of early recognition and management of brain swelling in improving patient outcomes. [Extracted from the article]
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