Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Polyethylene Glycol Electrolyte Solution Versus Lactulose for Treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Conclusions: The results prove that PEG has a beneficial effect on the treatment of HE. Compared with lactulose, PEG can lead to more rapid HE resolution during the first 24 hours and shorten the length of stay without increasing the rate of adverse effects.
Source: Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Clinical Reviews Source Type: research