Episodic overt hepatic encephalopathy after transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt does not increase mortality in patients with cirrhosis

In patients with cirrhosis, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is indicated for the prophylaxis of variceal re-bleeding and treatment of refractory ascites. Overt hepatic encephalopathy (OHE) is a major complication after TIPS, given its high incidence and possibility of refractoriness to medical treatment. Nevertheless, the impact of post-TIPS OHE on mortality has not been investigated in a large population.

Source: Journal of Hepatology - December 12, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Silvia Nardelli, Oliviero Riggio, Fabio Marra, Stefania Gioia, Dario Saltini, Daniele Bellafante, Valentina Adotti, Tomas Guasconi, Lorenzo Ridola, Martina Rosi, C. Caporali, Fabrizio Fanelli, Davide Roccarina, Marcello Bianchini, Federica Indulti, Alessa Tags: Research Article Source Type: research