Treatments for Occupational liver damage -- 1,2-Dibromoethane

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Treatment List for Occupational liver damage -- 1,2-Dibromoethane

The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Occupational liver damage -- 1,2-Dibromoethane includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans.

Treatment of occupational liver damage is dependant upon the causative agent, the degree of liver dysfunction, and the age and general health of the patient. Treatments include:
- Removal from exposure to the causative agent
- Chelation therapy for heavy metal exposure
- Monitoring of patient and regular review of liver function - where liver dysfunction is mild to moderate, and liver function is improving
- Abstinence from alcohol and avoidance of medication that may contribute to further liver damage
- Management of acute liver failure
  - Supportive care, often in and intensive care unit - airway protection, fluid and electrolyte management
  - Management of complications such as bleeding problems and hepatic encephalopathy
- Management of symptoms of chronic liver dysfunction
  - Nutrition - with vitamin supplementation as required
  - Regular exercise to maintain muscle mass
  - Ursodeoxycholic acid
  - Management of pruritus
    - Cholestyramine
    - Antihistamines
  - Management of ascites
    - Low sodium diet
    - Diuretics - furosemide, spironolactone
    - Paracentesis - removal of fluid via a needle in the abdomen
    - Portosytemic shunting
  - Management of portal hypertension
    - Beta-blockers
    - Oesophageal variceal banding
    - Portocaval shunting
- Liver transplantation - for acute fulminant liver failure or end stage cirrhosis

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