Week 6 Lecture Review: Advanced Med-Surg – Hepatic Disorders, Portal Hypertension, and Nutritional Support

This Week 6 Advanced Med-Surg episode focuses on liver dysfunction and gastrointestinal complications, with emphasis on inflammation, fibrosis progression, portal hypertension, and metabolic consequences of hepatic failure. Key topics include viral hepatitis (A–E), chronic hepatitis progression, cirrhosis, ascites, esophageal varices, hepatic encephalopathy, portal hypertension management, pancreatitis, and enteral versus parenteral nutrition interventions that stabilize fluid balance, prevent bleeding, reduce ammonia levels, and support metabolic recovery in acute and chronic conditions.

Source: Week 6 Advanced Med-Surg Lecture – Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Portal Hypertension, Pancreatitis, and Nutrition Support