Factors That Affect Results of Psychometric Tests to Identify Patients With Minimal Hepatic Encephalopathy

Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2018 Nov;16(11):1836-1838. doi: 10.1016/j.cgh.2018.03.010. Epub 2018 Mar 15.

Abstract

Of the clinical complications of cirrhosis, hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is the most devastating. HE is a spectrum of reversible cognitive changes ranging from minimal HE (MHE) (mild inattention and deficits of executive function) to overt HE (disorientation to coma). More than 40% of patients with cirrhosis develop HE, which increases mortality, falls, motor vehicle accidents, and has a significant psychosocial impact.1 Early recognition is crucial. Patients with cirrhosis are recommended to receive an assessment for MHE.2.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Cross-Sectional Studies
  • Diagnostic Tests, Routine / methods*
  • Female
  • Hepatic Encephalopathy / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neuropsychological Tests*
  • Psychometrics
  • United States
  • Young Adult