Prise en charge des hépatites fulminantes d'origine toxique en réanimation

Toxin-related liver diseases are a common cause of acute and fulminant liver failure. Numerous substances may be involved. The diagnosis is important because in some cases specific treatment with an antidote is required. Other therapeutic interventions such as supportive measures, liver assist devices and transplantation are discussed. © 2001 Éditions scientifiques et médicales Elsevier SAS