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Approach to Conjugated Hyperbilirubinemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

1. Definition: T.bili elevation + >20% conjugated
2. Obtain RUQ
Approach to Conjugated ... non-ICU vs ICU causes ... MRCP, ERCP, liver ... Hyperbilirubinemia #direct ... #bilirubin #Differential
Acute Liver Injury - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Vascular Causes of Acute Liver Injury: 
 • Hepatic vein:
Algorithm Vascular Causes ... Half-life: 1 week • Direct ... bilirubin: ↑ ... RBC (hemolysis, bleeding ... diagnosis #algorithm #hepatology
Inherited Non-hemolytic Disorders of Hyperbilirubinemia 

== Disorders of Conjugation ==
Gilbert Syndrome:
 • 5-10% of the population
of hemolysis or liver ... and stress may cause ... the blood • Defect ... #hepatology #diagnosis ... #gastroenterology
Hepatic Encephalopathy - Diagnosis and Management Summary
Definition:
 • Alteration in brain function manifested by neuropsychiatric symptoms
by liver insufficiency ... Infection, GI bleeding ... data is limited Diet ... Encephalopathy #Grading #Classification ... Management #treatment #hepatology