Describe the possible causes of hepatic encephalopathy
The exact causes of hepatic encephalopathy remain elusive, although elevated blood ammonia levels are thought to play a key role in its development due to ammonia's neurotoxicity. Other substances that may accumulate in brain tissue and disturb brain function include sulfur compounds, naturally occurring benzodiazepines, short-chain fatty acids, and manganese.
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Among foodborne infections, ____ are the leading causes of hospitalizations and deaths
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