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Treatment is symptomatic and varies, according to the type and severity of the encephalopathy. [[Anticonvulsant]]s may be prescribed to reduce or halt any seizures. Changes to diet and nutritional supplements may help some patients. In severe cases, dialysis or organ replacement surgery may be needed. | Treatment is symptomatic and varies, according to the type and severity of the encephalopathy. [[Anticonvulsant]]s may be prescribed to reduce or halt any seizures. Changes to diet and nutritional supplements may help some patients. In severe cases, dialysis or organ replacement surgery may be needed. | ||
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Overview
Treatment is symptomatic and varies, according to the type and severity of the encephalopathy. Anticonvulsants may be prescribed to reduce or halt any seizures. Changes to diet and nutritional supplements may help some patients. In severe cases, dialysis or organ replacement surgery may be needed.