Electroencephalographic abnormalities in liver transplant recipients: Practical considerations and review

Author(s): Wszolek, Z. K.

Journal/Book: J Clin Neurophysiol. 1996; 13: 227 East Washington Sq, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Raven Press. 60-68.

Abstract: This article reviews the central nervous system complications of orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT) and the contribution of EEG in their assessment. The utility of EEG in the evaluation of disturbances of the level of consciousness, cerebrovascular disorders, infections, seizures, medication effects, and central pontine myelinolysis is discussed. EEG may aid in the assessment of altered levels of consciousness, correlate a variety of behavioral manifestations, demonstrate the presence of subclinical seizure patterns, and monitor the treatment response, thus contributing to the management of the OLT patient.

Note: Article RE Steg, Creighton Univ, Sch Med, Dept Neurol, Suite 2342, 601 N 30TH St, Omaha, NE 68131 USA

Keyword(s): electroencephalography; liver transplantation; neurologic complications; CENTRAL PONTINE MYELINOLYSIS; AUDITORY-EVOKED-RESPONSES; NEUROLOGIC COMPLICATIONS; FK-506

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