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Acute liver failure.

Authors :
Beck J
Bolina JK
Boyd LH
Source :
JAAPA : official journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants [JAAPA] 2024 May 01; Vol. 37 (5), pp. 22-27. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Apr 25.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Abstract: Acute liver failure, commonly caused by acetaminophen overdose, is associated with numerous systemic complications including cerebral edema, hypotension, acute kidney injury, and infection. Management is primarily supportive, with an emphasis on excellent neurocritical care. Although some antidotes and targeted treatments exist, the only definitive treatment remains orthotopic liver transplant.<br /> (Copyright © 2024 American Academy of Physician Associates.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1547-1896
Volume :
37
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
JAAPA : official journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
38595172
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000001