Treatment
Hospitalization and Emergency Care
In the hospital, the staff will treat the problems that caused the condition. They will try to remove or neutralize toxins that have built up in the bloodstream. The goal is to reverse the underlying condition. But, brain injury can still occur. In some cases, brain injury is permanent.
Medications
Medications may be used to:
- Neutralize toxins
- Treat the condition
Dietary Restrictions
You may need to eat a low-protein diet to help lower blood ammonia levels. (The body creates ammonia when it metabolizes and uses protein.) You may have other changes in your diet.
Tube feeding and life support may be needed, especially in the case of coma.
Transplantation
If this condition is due to organ failure, you may need a transplant .
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