Fulminant hepatic failure

被引:16
作者
Bernstein, D [1 ]
Tripodi, J [1 ]
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[1] SUNY Stony Brook, Sch Med, Stony Brook, NY 11794 USA
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10.1016/S0749-0704(05)70391-2
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R4 [临床医学];
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1002 ; 100602 ;
摘要
Fulminant hepatic failure (FHF) is a devastating illness which carries considerable mortality and affects patients with previously healthy livers. While the etiology of FHF remains unclear in a significant number of cases, viral hepatitis and drug-induced liver injury account for the majority of identifiable causes. The clinical presentation Varies widely but is always characterized by the presence of encephalopathy. This condition and its consequences must be recognized so that appropriate triage and treatment can be administered. Supportive care is the mainstay of treatment, with liver transplantation available in select cases.
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