Precipitating Factors for Hepatic Encephalopathy

Mnemonic: “H E P A T I C S”

H: Hemorrhage in GI tract/Hypokalemia

E: Excess dietary protein

P: Paracentesis

A: Alkalosis/Anemia

T: Tremor

I: Infection

C: Colon surgery

S: Sedatives

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