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hepatic coma /encephalopathy
Used for:
hepatic coma
Used for:
hepatic encephalopathy
Broader Terms:
liver disorder
Related Terms:
acute renal failure
Related Terms:
organic brain syndrome
Scope Note:
syndrome characterized by central nervous system dysfunction in association with liver failure, including portal-systemic shunts; clinical features include lethargy and confusion, frequently progressing to coma, asterixis, nystagmus, brisk oculovestibular reflexes, decorticate and decerebrate posturing, muscle spasticity, and bilateral extensor plantar reflexes.
Term Number:
1754-6730
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