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Pathophysiology and Management of Hepatic Encephalopathy

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Hepatic encephalopathy is reversed by interventions that reduce gut-derived ammonia, such as the laxative lactulose, which traps ammonia in the colon.

Why this is interesting

Imagine a failing liver making the brain confused and drowsy. How does an organ in the belly alter our mind?