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{"title":"Expression of PD-L1 clones (22C3 and 28-8) in hepatocellular carcinoma: a tertiary cancer care hospital experience","authors":"Kashif Asghar, Shaarif Bashir, Muhammad Hassan, Asim Farooq, Muhammad Abu Bakar, Sundus Bilal, Maryam Hameed, Shafqat Mehmood, Asif Loya","doi":"10.1186/s43066-024-00310-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-024-00310-1","url":null,"abstract":"Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a highly aggressive and rapidly progressing form of cancer with a poor prognosis. Recent advances in the management of HCC focused on the novel immunotherapeutic modalities for patients with advanced disease. PD-L1 has emerged as a promising immunotherapeutic approach for HCC. The evaluation of PD-L1 expression aids in identifying patients who can derive maximum benefits from these therapies. This study aims to examine and compare the expression of PD-L1 using two clones (22C3 and 28-8) in HCC patients. Forty-six patients with HCC were selected between 2005 and 2022 from the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (SKMCH&RC) in Lahore, Pakistan. The patients' formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue samples were retrieved from the department of pathology to conduct immunohistochemical analysis. Moreover, the clinicopathological data of these patients were gathered from the hospital information system (HIS). To assess the relationship between variables, bivariate analysis was carried out using either the chi-square test or Fisher exact test when necessary. Among the 46 tissue specimens analyzed, the presence of clone 22C3 was detected in 20 HCC patients, with 10 patients showing high expression (21.7%) and another 10 patients showing low expression (21.7%). 22C3 expression was not observed in 26 patients (56.5%). On the other hand, clone 28-8 was expressed in 10 patients, all of whom exhibited low expression (21.7%), while no expression of clone 28-8 was observed in 36 patients (78.3%). An association was found between the expression of 22C3 and 28-8 PD-L1 clones (p-value 0.01). Furthermore, upon closer examination, it was revealed that 12 cases exhibited positive results for 22C3 but negative results for 28-8. Interestingly, two cases displayed positive results for 28-8 but negative results for 22C3. We obserevd that the PD-L1 clones, 22C3 and 28-8, are comparable. If PD-L1 expression using 22C3 is negative, considering the use of 28-8 for evaluating expression in HCC patients may be beneficial. However, further validation in a larger cohort is necessary.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"32 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139483022","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of serum thioredoxin as a hepatocellular carcinoma diagnostic marker","authors":"Khaled Mohamed Abdelwahab, Wesam Ahmed Ibrahim, Shereen Abou Bakr Saleh, Anas Abdelfattah Abdelaziz Elbarky, Ghada Abdelrahman Mohamed","doi":"10.1186/s43066-024-00309-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-024-00309-8","url":null,"abstract":"Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most prevalent and fatal malignancies worldwide. Following an increase in reactive oxygen species (ROS), cancer cells enter an oxidative stress state. As a result, these cells experience an increase in antioxidant activity to counteract oxidative stress. The thioredoxin (TRX) system is a ubiquitous mammalian antioxidant system that neutralizes ROS and maintains intracellular reduction oxidation (redox) balance, which is essential for HCC growth. However, the role of TRX protein in HCC remains largely unknown. Hence, we aimed to assess the diagnostic utility of serum TRX in patients with HCC. A total of 50 patients were consecutively recruited in this observational study. They were classified into three groups: an HCC group (25 patients), a cirrhosis group (15 patients with liver cirrhosis on top of chronic HCV infection), and a control group (10 healthy individuals). Serum TRX levels were measured using ELISA. Higher serum TRX levels were detected in the HCC group than in the cirrhosis and control groups (140.96 ± 12.70 vs 88.33 ± 10.34 vs 73.10 ± 13.22 ng/mL, respectively; P < 0.001). TRX was independently associated with the presence of HCC (P < 0.001). Regarding the detection of HCC, TRX at a cut-off value of 114 ng/mL had superior diagnostic performance to AFP with an AUC of 1.000, sensitivity of 100%, and specificity of 100%, whereas AFP at a cut-off value of 20.5 ng/mL had an AUC of 1.000, sensitivity of 100%, and specificity of 47%. Thioredoxin has the potential to be an HCC diagnostic marker. The clinical significance of thioredoxin in HCC requires further investigation.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"110 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-01-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139398107","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Latest advances in hepatocellular carcinoma management and prevention through advanced technologies","authors":"Tamer A. Addissouky, Ibrahim El Tantawy El Sayed, Majeed M. A. Ali, Yuliang Wang, Ayman El Baz, Ahmed A. Khalil, Naglaa Elarabany","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00306-3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00306-3","url":null,"abstract":"Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a common type of liver cancer, with a high mortality rate. Hepatocellular carcinoma is a type of liver cancer that can be effectively managed through early detection and accurate diagnosis, followed by a personalized treatment plan that may include surgical resection, liver transplantation, minimally-invasive techniques, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy depending on the stage and severity of the cancer. This paper discusses recent advances in the early detection, management, and prevention of HCC. The use of newer imaging techniques, such as Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and contrast-enhanced ultrasound, along with image segmentation technology and deep learning models, have greatly enhanced the accuracy of HCC detection and diagnosis. Minimally-invasive techniques, such as thermal ablation and radiofrequency ablation, have allowed for more precise and targeted destruction of tumors, while Nanoparticles, immunotherapy and targeted therapy have shown promise in the management of advanced stage HCC. The use of Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning has revolutionized HCC research, aiding in the identification of high-risk patients and predicting outcomes. Lifestyle modifications, such as weight management, alcohol avoidance, and hepatitis B vaccinations, can play a critical role in preventing HCC development. Recent advances in early detection, management, and prevention of HCC have shown promise in improving patient outcomes. The use of newer imaging techniques, minimally-invasive techniques, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and AI and machine learning have greatly enhanced HCC research and management, while lifestyle modifications can play a critical role in prevention. However, further research is required to fully understand the potential benefits of nanoparticles, traditional Chinese medicine and herbal medicines in HCC treatment. • Early detection and diagnosis: The advent of newer imaging techniques, such as MRI, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, and image segmentation technology, has allowed for earlier and more accurate detection of HCC, with higher sensitivity and specificity than previous techniques. Advances in radiomics and deep learning models have greatly enhanced the accuracy of HCC diagnosis. • AI and machine learning: The use of AI and machine learning has revolutionized HCC research, with greater accuracy and an ability to analyze large volumes of data. AI-based predictive models have been shown to be helpful in identifying high-risk patients and predicting outcomes. • Management: While surgical resection and liver transplantation remain effective treatments for early-stage HCC, advances in minimally-invasive techniques, such as thermal ablation and radiofrequency ablation, have allowed for more precise and targeted destruction of tumors. Additionally, nanoparticles, immunotherapy and targeted therapy have shown significant promise in the management of advanced stage HCC. • Prevention","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"175 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139083467","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Epidemiologic data on acute gastrointestinal bleeding in Albania: an overview of upper and lower GI bleeding","authors":"Edite Sadiku, Liri Cuko, Ina Pasho, Orion Jucja, Stela Taci, Kliti Hoti, Bledar Kraja","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00304-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00304-5","url":null,"abstract":"Acute gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) is a significant medical condition that poses a considerable burden on healthcare systems worldwide. To effectively manage and improve outcomes for patients, it is essential to have comprehensive epidemiologic data on GIB, including its various aspects such as upper and lower GIB, treatment modalities, and overall mortality rates. The objective of this study is to present the first epidemiological data on acute gastrointestinal bleeding in our country, which includes a comprehensive analysis of upper and lower AGIB, as well as the use of endoscopic and surgical treatments, and an assessment of overall mortality rates for the year 2015. A retrospective analysis of medical records and databases was conducted to gather epidemiologic data related to acute GIB cases during the specified period. Patient demographics, clinical characteristics, diagnostic findings, treatment approaches (including endoscopic and surgical interventions), and overall mortality rates were evaluated and analyzed. The study included a total of 926 patients with acute gastrointestinal bleeding during 2015. Among them, 70% presented with upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB), while 30% had lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB). The remaining cases involved both upper and lower GIB. Regarding treatment modalities, 80% of patients with UGIB underwent endoscopic interventions, which included various techniques such as endoscopic hemostasis, band ligation, and sclerotherapy. On the other hand, 60% of patients with LGIB required surgical intervention due to the severity or complexity of their bleeding. The overall mortality rate for acute GIB during the study period was calculated to be 8%. Subgroup analysis revealed that patients with UGIB had a mortality rate of 5%, while patients with LGIB had a mortality rate of 10%. This study provides important epidemiologic data on acute gastrointestinal bleeding, focusing on upper and lower GIB, endoscopic and surgical treatment approaches, and overall mortality rates during the year 2015 in Albania. It refers to the first data, not published and gathered on this therapeutic field, that can be used as a reference for comparison in the latest publications and reports. Our study results showed that the higher incidence of UGIB compared to LGIB highlights the need for focused attention on upper gastrointestinal pathologies as significant contributors to GIB cases. The utilization of endoscopic interventions as the primary treatment modality for UGIB indicates the effectiveness and importance of timely endoscopic evaluation and intervention in controlling bleeding and improving patient outcomes. Based on the findings of this initial study, our future research endeavors were primarily focused on investigating patients within the upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) cohort.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"81 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139079479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Correction: Hepatic artery infusion chemotherapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma","authors":"Mohamed Houseni, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz Abdel Hady, Sameh Abokoura","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00302-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00302-7","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Correction: Egypt Liver Journal 13, 41 (2023)&lt;/b&gt;\u0000&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00276-6&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Following publication of the original article [1], the abstract and keywords were missing from this article and should have read:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Abstract&lt;/b&gt;\u0000&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Objective&lt;/b&gt;: This study’s purpose was to evaluate the response, safety and overall survival of trans-arterial infusion chemotherapy in patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma with preserved hepatic function.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Methods&lt;/b&gt;: This study was carried out on 25 patients, diagnosed with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) combined with portal vein tumor thrombosis (PVTT) and underwent hepatic artery infusion chemotherapy (HAIC). Radiological investigations as Triphasic CT or dynamic MRI liver assessment pre and post therapy were acquired. Intra-Arterial chemotherapeutic agent infusion using only doxorubicin was performed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Results&lt;/b&gt;: Neither of the patients who underwent HAIC developed complete or partial response. Only one patient (4.8%) from 21 patients under HAIC had stable disease. 20 patients (95%) had progressive disease. Progressive disease was in form of progression at the primary tumor site in form of increased focal lesion size, number or vascular invasion. Vascular invasion was seen in one patient (4.8%) in the form of hepatic vein thrombosis. Mean progression free survival was about 2.24 ± 0.88 months. Mean overall survival was about 5.72 ± 0.89 months.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Conclusion&lt;/b&gt;: Our study demonstrated lower clinical efficacy and lower disease control rate of repeated HAIC using doxorubicin only infusion in case of advanced HCC with PVT as compared to combined doxorubicin and cisplatin in previous studies as well as the standard therapy with sorafenib.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;\u0000&lt;b&gt;Keywords&lt;/b&gt;\u0000&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hepatic artery infusion chemotherapy, Portal vein tumor thrombosis, Advanced hepatocellular carcinoma&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The original article [1] has been updated.\u0000&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-track-component=\"outbound reference\"&gt;&lt;li data-counter=\"1.\"&gt;&lt;p&gt;Houseni M, Hady MAAA, Abokoura S (2023) Hepatic artery infusion chemotherapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma. Egypt Liver J 13:41. https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00276-6&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Article Google Scholar &lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;Download references&lt;svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" role=\"img\" width=\"16\"&gt;&lt;use xlink:href=\"#icon-eds-i-download-medium\" xmlns:xlink=\"http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink\"&gt;&lt;/use&gt;&lt;/svg&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Authors and Affiliations&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Department of Radiology, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkoum, Egypt&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mohamed Houseni, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz Abdel Hady &amp; Sameh Abokoura&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;span&gt;Authors&lt;/span&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Mohamed Houseni&lt;/span&gt;View author publications&lt;p&gt;You can also search for this author in &lt;span&gt;PubMed&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Google Scholar&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Mahmoud Abdel Aziz Abdel Hady&lt;/span&gt;View author publications&lt;p&gt;You can also search for this author in &lt;span&gt;PubMed&lt;sp","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"29 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138714402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Misdiagnosed cystic pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor with bilobar hepatic metastasis managed with single-stage resection — a case report","authors":"Maham Nasir Uddin, Muhammad Arsalan Khan, Abdaal Waseem Khan","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00305-4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00305-4","url":null,"abstract":"Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (PNET) account for less than 2% of all pancreatic tumors, while cystic PNETs account for only 10–18% of all resected PNETs. The most common site for metastasis is the liver. Few detailed guidelines currently exist for management of stage 4 cystic PNETs. This is a unique case that was managed with complete surgical resection in one sitting. Our report is on a young male patient who was initially misdiagnosed as having a pancreatic pseudocyst and treated accordingly. He was finally diagnosed with PNET but was reluctant to undergo surgery until he developed bilobar hepatic metastasis. We performed a pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy with a Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy and wedge resection of both hepatic metastatic deposits. Cystic PNETs are rare and commonly misdiagnosed as pancreatic pseudocysts. Surgical resection is considered ideal, but sparse literature exists on the management due to a paucity of cases. We have reported this case as it was successfully managed with single-stage surgery for both the primary tumor as well as bilobar hepatic metastatic deposits, and no similar cases have been reported in literature. The follow-up scan revealed no residual disease.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"72 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138714766","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Liver injury in malaria infected patients in Douala-Cameroon and its association with poor medical practice","authors":"Arnaud Fondjo Kouam, Noé Auguste Nseké Ngoumé, Armelle Gaelle Kwesseu Fepa, Zerubabel Wainfen, Eléonore Ngounou, Borris Rosnay Tietcheu Galani, Nembu Erastus Nembo, Pascal Dieudonné Djamen Chuisseu, Fréderic Nico Njayou, Paul Fewou Moundipa","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00300-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00300-9","url":null,"abstract":"Malaria is an endemic mosquito-borne disease in sub-Saharan regions, including Cameroon. Due to the obligatory hepatic stage of its pathogenic agents, malaria can induce liver damage if not properly treated. Hence, we assessed the impact of malaria infection on liver transaminases among febrile patients consulting at the Deido District Hospital, Douala-Cameroon, in regard to their attitude towards the practice of preventive measures, treatment, and management of malaria. Over 10 weeks, 150 febrile patients and 28 healthy individuals serving as the control group were enrolled and their blood samples screened for Plasmodium species by Giemsa Staining and liver injury evaluated by measuring the serum level of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) activities. The socio-demographic characteristics of participants and their attitude towards the practice of preventive measures, treatment, and management of malaria were collected using a structured- questionnaire. Among tested febrile patients, 113 (75%) were malaria-positive. Females were more affected (65.5%) than males; the most affected age group were adults between 30-60 years (55.8%). A significant association (p˂0.05; relative risk [RR] = 1.424 or p˂0.05; RR = 1.947) was found between malaria infection and non-use of mosquito nets or insecticides, respectively. The serum level of ALT and AST activities in malaria-positive were significantly (p<0.05) increased, compared to healthy or malaria-negative individuals. Furthermore, transaminase activity was significantly (p<0.05) elevated in non-practitioners of preventive measures; and in patients who engaged in auto-medication or traditional medication, compared to those who sought treatment from health centers. Our findings demonstrated that non-practice of preventive measures, improper treatment and management of malaria infection can lead to an abnormal increase in serum level of transaminases which may reflect liver injury.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"1 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138523671","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Pneumo-mediastinum, pneumoperitoneum, and pneumo-scrotum with extensive increasing subcutaneous emphysema: a rare presentation of colonic perforation","authors":"Kulbhushan Haldeniya, S. R. Krishna, Annagiri Raghavendra, Pawan Kumar Singh","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00301-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00301-8","url":null,"abstract":"Colonic perforation usually presents with classical signs of peritonitis. However, isolated retroperitoneal colonic perforation can present with varied clinical signs and symptoms and pose diagnostic challenges. Pneumo-mediastinum and abdominal subcutaneous emphysema can be one of the presenting signs of colonic perforation. A 33-year-old male presented with abdominal distension and extensive subcutaneous emphysema over the abdomen, pneumo-mediastinum, and pneumo-scrotum secondary to sigmoid colon perforation from a foreign body. The patient did not have classical signs of peritonitis. Being vigilant about the potential of colonic perforation is crucial when observing a significantly increasing subcutaneous emphysema across different parts of the body. Attending clinicians should always keep intraabdominal pathology in mind when a direct cause for these symptoms cannot be found and the patient’s symptoms become progressive.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"62 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138523672","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Association between the severity of liver cirrhosis with quality of life and its impact on clinical practice","authors":"Syifa Mustika, Jefri Pratama Susanto, Cosmas Rinaldi Adithya Lesmana","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00299-z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00299-z","url":null,"abstract":"Liver cirrhosis (LC) has a significant impact in quality of life, and it is frequently linked to loss of a job, mood fluctuations, anxiety, low self-esteem, and despair. Recent LC treatment primarily focuses on clinical manifestations rather than the patient’s quality of life. By analyzing quality of life, one can learn about the disease’s emotional, physical, and lifestyle effects. To find the relationship between quality of life with the severity of liver cirrhosis. The research was conducted as an observational study with cross-sectional data being collected. The study’s participants were recruited from Saiful Anwar Hospital’s outpatient and inpatient clinics. The individuals completed a chronic liver disease questionnaire to assess their quality of life, and the Child-Pugh score was used to determine the severity of their liver disease. The data was analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis and the rank Spearman test, with a significance level of 0.05. There were 54 individuals, with an average age of 53.71 years and a male-to-female ratio of 74%. The results showed that there was a significant difference between the Child-Pugh A, Child-Pugh B, and Child-Pugh C groups in all aspects of the chronic liver disease questionnaire (p = 0.000). The rank Spearman test revealed a substantial link between quality of life and liver cirrhosis severity (r: −0.817). The severity of LC is associated with the quality of life of the patients.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"32 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-11-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138542384","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"An interesting case report of delayed presentation of post-cholecystectomy benign biliary stricture","authors":"Kulbhushan Haldeniya, Niranjan Rajkumar Gandhi, Haritha Gorantla, Sindhura Bukka","doi":"10.1186/s43066-023-00303-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00303-6","url":null,"abstract":"Background The most common cause of benign biliary stricture is bile duct injury after cholecystectomy. Benign biliary strictures are associated with a broad spectrum of signs and symptoms, ranging from subclinical disease with mild elevation of liver enzymes to complete obstruction with jaundice, pruritis, and cholangitis ultimately leading to biliary cirrhosis. The average duration for stricture development after cholecystectomy is around 7 months. This is a case report of a benign biliary stricture presenting 14 years after laparoscopic conversion to open cholecystectomy without the development of recurrent cholangitis and secondary biliary cirrhosis.","PeriodicalId":11620,"journal":{"name":"Egyptian Liver Journal","volume":"178 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138523668","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}