Thomas Leventhal (@tleventhal.bsky.social)

There are real differences around the US with regard to restraint use in those with hepatic encephalopathy. We are using restraints more in African American populations - why?!?!?!Food for thought: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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Disparities and Outcomes of Physical Restraint Use in Hepatic Encephalopathy: A National Inpatient Assessment - Digestive Diseases and Sciences Background Physical restraints may be utilized in patients with hepatic encephalopathy with the intention to ensure patient safety. Aims Determine if racial and socioeconomic disparities exist in rest... http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10620-024-08758-2