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A patient with chronic liver disease develops hepatic encephalopathy. What is the primary neurotoxin responsible for this condition?

Bilirubin accumulation in the cerebral cortex Ammonia produced by bacterial metabolism in the gut Lactate from anaerobic metabolism in the brain Bile acids crossing the blood-brain barrier

Correct Answer:

Ammonia produced by bacterial metabolism in the gut

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