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The duration of the hepatic coma

How long does a hepatic coma last?

How long does a hepatic coma last?

The prognosis of hepatic coma is poor if the patient has jaundice, ascites, defects in clotting factors, a low serum-albumin level and haemorrhage from oesophageal varices. After 5 years, the survival rate is less than 20%.

The duration of the hepatic coma

It produces liver coma as a result of a chronic and acute diseases of the liver, and liver coma occur in the final stage of the fourth or the incidence of hepatic encephalopathy.

This is due to a defect in one of the liver’s functions, which is the inability of the liver to get rid of toxins, which leads to the accumulation of toxins, such as: ammonia in the bloodstream and from there to the brain, which leads to nerve damage, death of Maga cells and liver coma.

The duration of the liver coma varies from one person to another, and it is not possible to determine a specific period, and in most cases there are no clear symptoms that indicate the condition of the condition.

The duration of a coma depends on several factors, including:

  • The patient’s health condition.
  • The amount of toxins and ammonia accumulated in the brain.
  • Medical intervention and detoxification of the body, as the faster the intervention may contribute to the shorter the duration of the liver coma.
  • Continuous follow-up of the patient with the doctor in cases of hepatic encephalopathy.

In cases of hepatic coma, the patient may need a ventilator and a liver transplant.

How to prevent hepatic coma

Chronic liver diseases, including cirrhosis, may cause liver dysfunction and failure, leading to a risk of hepatic encephalopathy.

When hepatic encephalopathy progresses to advanced stages, the patient may enter a liver coma that may threaten the patient’s life.

Among the ways to prevent hepatic coma are the following:

  • Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages, as they cause increased liver disease and liver failure.
  • You should follow a healthy diet rich in whole grains that contain proteins, and eat more fruits and vegetables.
  • Avoid foods that contain a lot of fat.
  • Maintaining weight, as obesity causes liver problems through the accumulation of fat on the liver, so it is recommended to consult a doctor or specialist to obtain an ideal and healthy weight.
  • Be aware of the risk of hepatitis C infection .

Symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy

The hepatic encephalopathy that causes neglect, failure to see a doctor, and non-adherence to treatment leads to hepatic coma.

These symptoms vary depending on the cause and severity of the liver damage. These symptoms are explained by the following:

1. Mild to moderate illness

In this disorder, some may suffer from a group of symptoms, including the following:

  • Difficulty with hand movement.
  • Bad breath.
  • Frequent forgetfulness episodes .
  • Problems concentrating and thinking.
  • sleep problems
  • changes in behavior.
  • Frequent confusion.

2. Acute and chronic morbidity

People with acute hepatic encephalopathy have a number of additional symptoms, including the following:

  • episodes of severe drowsiness;
  • Physical movement is slow.
  • Incomprehensible and confused speech.
  • Inability to perform mental tasks.
  • The presence of shivering and shaking of the hands and arms.
  • nervous seizures;

Anyone who suffers from previous symptoms of illness should see a doctor, and obtain the necessary care and medical intervention in order not to develop the disease, avoid any complications, and enter a serious liver coma.

source : wikipedia 

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