International Journal of Human Capital Management (IJHCM)
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CD4+ and CD8+ Counts in Liver and Their Correlation with Necroinflammatory and Fibrosis Grades in Chronic Hepatitis C
No full textABSTRACTBackground: Studies on the characteristics CD4+ and CD8+ in hepatitis C and their correlation with the severity of the disease have been rarely conducted. This study was aimed to obtain the mean difference between CD4+ and CD8+ count in liver to evaluate their correlation with fibrosis and necroinflammatory grades in chronic hepatitis C. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted between March and July 2010 with 30 liver biopsies obtained from patients with non-B and non-HIV chronic hepatitis C who visited the Outpatient Clinic of Hepatology Unit at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital in January 2008–February 2010. Fibrosis and necroinflammatory grades were determined using METAVIR methods on liver biopsies. The mean values of CD4+ and CD8+ in portal tracts and hepatic lobules in liver biopsy specimens were evaluated. Statistical analysis was performed by using independent T-test and Spearman test. Results: There was a difference in mean CD4+ counts between portal tracts and the lobules (95% CI = 4.3-17.9; p = 0.002) and also differences in mean CD8+ counts in portal tracts and hepatic lobules (95% CI = 15.4-35.6; p < 0.001). There was no correlation between CD4+ and CD8+ counts, either in portal tracts or the lobules, and inflammatory grades as well as the liver fibrosis. Conclusion: CD4+ and CD8+ counts are greater in portal area compared to the hepatic lobules, with greater CD8+ counts than CD4+. However, both CD4+ and CD8+ counts are not correlated to the severity of liver damage. Keywords: CD4+, CD8+, intrahepatic, chronic hepatitis C, METAVI
The Effect of Domperindone on Intestinal Motility and Bacterial Overgrowth in Patients with Liver Cirrhosis
No full textABSTRACTBackground: Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a common serious complication of liver cirrhosis mainly caused by bacterial translocation (BT) into ascites fluid. The most essential issue that affects BT is small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), which usually caused by gastrointestinal dysmotility. This study was aimed to evaluate the prokinetic effects of domperidone on gastrointestinal motility and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and the correlation between restoration of motility and the incidence of SIBO in patients with liver cirrhosis.Method: A cross-over double blind clinical trial was conducted on patients who were treated at the ward and outpatient clinic from Division of Hepatology in Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta and Soedarso Hospital, Pontianak between September 2010 and March 2011. All patients suffered from liver cirrhosis with ascites, gastrointestinal dysmotility and SIBO were included in the study. Out of 34 eligible patients, 16 patients received placebo and 18 patients received prokinetics (domperidone). Wilcoxon test was performed to analyze the comparison of SIBO before and after treatment in the placebo group; while paired T-test was employed for the prokinetics (domperidone) group. To evaluate improved balance of SIBO in the placebo and domperidone group, a Chi-square test was performed.Results: In the placebo group, 61.8% patients experienced SIBO; while in the prokinetics group, SIBO occurred only in 2.9% patients. Restored gastrointestinal motility took place in the prokinetics group with reduced median value for orocaecal transit time from 120 minutes into 90 minutes (p = 0.0001). In contrast, it went worse in the placebo group, i.e. from 90 minutes into 110 minutes (p = 0.002). There was a significant correlation between restored gastrointestinal motility and SIBO (p = 0.0001). Similarly, so does the effect of administering prokinetic agent on restored gastrointestinal motility (p = 0.0001) and SIBO (p = 0.0001).Conclusion: The administration of prokinetics has been proven effective to restore gastrointestinal motility that may lead to reduced incidence of SIBO in patients with liver cirrhosis. Keywords: prokinetics, breath hydrogen test, dysmotilitas, bacterial overgrowth
Antiviral Therapy for Hepatitis C Prophylaxis in Percutaneous Exposure and Acute Hepatitis C
No full textIncidence of percutaneous exposure to hepatitis C virus (HCV) is still quite high, particularly in medical staffs. Though not all will cause infection, but if acute HCV infection occurs, it usually develops into chronic hepatitis which finally causes cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Untill now, there is no standard method either in regiments, administration time, or duration of administration to prevent HCV infection after exposure occurs, as well as the use of antiviral therapy in acute HCV. HCV therapy target is viral eradication, thus the therapy response is defined using virological parameter than clinical parameter. Different from hepatitis B virus (HBV), immunoglobulin administration after exposure to HCV is not recommended as it is not proven to prevent transmission, similarly with pegylated interferon (PEG-IFN) or interferon (IFN) administration. In addition, several studies concluded that risk of HCV transmission after percutaneous exposure is low, therefore regular strict monitoring (monthly in the first 16 weeks after exposure) to clinical and laboratory results (HCV-RNA, alanine aminotransferase) is more required, so that detection and early treatment to acute HCV can be performed, considering that several studies showed that early monotherapy using IFN/PEG-IFN in acute HCV could reach quite high sustained virological response (SVR). Keywords: hepatitis C, post exposure prophylaxis, acute infection treatmen
Correlation between Aspartate Aminotransferase to Platelet Ratio Index Score and the Degree of Esophageal Varices with Liver Cirrhosis
No full textABSTRACTBackground: Esophageal varices is the most common complication in liver cirrhosis. Bleeding varices is a serious complication causing increased mortality rate. In anticipation of those complications, the role of screening test is essential. Endoscopy is the standard method for assessing esophageal varices, but it carries certain risks for patients if it is contraindicated. Moreover, it is an invasive, expensive and uncomfortable procedure. Accordingly, a non-invasive method, aspartat aminotransferase to platelet ratio index (APRI) score, has been developed for evaluating esophageal varices. Method: An analytic cross-sectional observational study was conducted in patients with liver cirrhosis who underwent endoscopy between March 2011 and August 2012. Data were obtained from medical records of hospitalized patients in Mohammad Hoesin General Hospital. The degree of esophageal varices was assessed based on endoscopic findings and APRI score. Spearman test was performed to analyze the correlation between APRI score and the degree of esophageal varices.Results: There were 55 patients, 30 (54.5%) male and 25 (45.5%) female patients, with a range of age between 15-70 years and a mean value of age of 47.09 ± 12.8. APRI score 1.5 was noted in 36.36% subjects with a mean value of 2.32 ± 3.92. There was a correlation between APRI score and degree of esophageal varices with p = 0.011 Conclusion: APRI score can indirectly predict esophageal varices in patients with liver cirrhosis. Keywords: APRI score, the degree of esophageal varices, liver cirrhosi
Esophagus and Its Function Related to Gastro-esophageal Reflux
No full textABSTRACTThe main function of the esophagus is to transport food from the mouth into stomach. Anatomical structures, innervations and blood supplies are needed in order to transport the food into stomach. Mastication stimulates the parasympathetic nerves that regulate salivary, gastric and pancreatic secretion. Saliva secretion stimulates swallowing and increases primary esophageal peristalsis, helps in clearing the esophagus from refluxed material. Swallowing induces peristaltic of esophagus that propulses a solid bolus down the esophagus into the stomach. Innervations are important for esophagus to do its function. One of the most important is coordination between the various reflexes. Delayed clearance of acid from the esophageal and decreased pressure of the lower sphincter esophagus (LES) are the major mechanisms involved in the development of esophagitis. The resistance of the mucosa to the noxious effect of the refluxed material (acid, pepsin, chymotrypsin and trypsin, bile, etc.) is different from person to person. The LES pressure is a defense mechanisms to prevent gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). The LES pressure decreases postprandially. The frequency of postprandinal GER is related to the meal size. Gastric bolus feeding is related to greater intragastric pressure causes more of transient LES relaxations. Osmolality and volume of the feeding slow gastric emptying and incrase postprandial GER. The occurrence of GERD is associated with whether or not the preventive factors are functioning. Other preventive factors for GERD are esophageal peristalsis, secretion and mucosal resistance, gravity and position, the LES tone and angle of his. Patient with GERD should be searched for any disturbances on those factors. Keywords: gastroesophageal reflux diseases, lower esophageal sphincter, esophagitis, peristaltic
The Difference Expressions of EBNA-1 in Epstein-Barr Virus Infection in Low and High Grade Colorectal Carcinoma
No full textBackground: Colorectal carcinoma is a common malignancy with the highest mortality rate. Epstein- Barr virus (EBV) as the virus that most commonly infect humans, also can infect the body in a latent and induce the occurrence of malignancy. This study aimed to prove an association between EBV virus infection with degree of colorectal carcinoma by examining the main EBV oncogene expression, namely Epstein-Barr nuclear antigen-1 (EBNA-1), in low grade and high grade colorectal carcinoma. Method: Cross-sectional study was performed in 14 colorectal cancer patients in Moewardi Hospital, Surakarta between July 2011 and January 2012. The biopsy specimens were stained for EBNA-1 expression using immunohistochemical technique. Statistical analysis was performed using T-test and Mann-Whitney by SPSS software version 19.0 for windows. Results: Of the 14 patients, there were 7 patients with low grade colorectal carcinoma and 7 patients with high grade colorectal carcinoma. EBNA-1 expression was found in epithelium of low grade and high grade colorectal carcinoma with p = 0.01; CI = -5.24-0.88. We also assessed the expression of EBNA-1 on lymphocytes B of low grade colorectal carcinoma and high grade colorectal carcinoma with p = 0.043. Conclusion: Significant differences in the expression of EBNA-1 was found in association with EBV infection either in low grade and high grade colorectal carcinoma. The role of EBNA-1 as tumor initiator needs to be elucidated further. Keywords: carcinoma colorectal, Epstein-Barr virus, EBNA-
Acute Pancreatitis as a Complication of Choledochal Cyst
No full textCholedochal cysts (CCs) are rare congenital disorders of the biliary tree which are associated with biliary tract and pancreatic complications. Its etiology is still unknown, but some evidences suggest that CCs are caused by infection during embryogenesis. The laboratory evaluation reveals abnormalities due to pancreatobiliary complications, such as ascending cholangitis, cholecystitis, and pancreatitis. Radiologic examination may delineate the structural abnormalities occured in CCs and confirm the diagnosis. The major mortality is caused by cholangiocarcinoma. This case discussed the diagnosis and treatment of a 20-year-old male with choledochal cyst and its complications. Management consists of therapy on complication and definitive therapy. Keywords: choledochal cyst, acute pancreatitis, cholecystiti
Comparing the Effects of Genistein, Silymarin, Lecithin on Improved Liver Necrosis Induced by Paracetamol Toxic Dose Administration in Rattus novergicus Wistar Strain
No full textBackground: Paracetamol, a widely used antipyretic and analgesic drug has been known for its side effect of liver toxicity resulting from free radical formation leading to necrotic hepatocytes. Oral genistein may reduce lipid peroxidation and increase total antioxidant capacity in liver. The present study was aimed to compare the effects of administering genistein, silymarin and lecithin on improved necrotic hepatocytes in Wistar rats fed with toxic dose of paracetamol. Method: An experimental study was conducted at the Laboratory of Physiology and Anatomical Pathology, University of Brawijaya between May and September 2011. About 48 male rats were categorized into 4 groups. The first group was treated with 600 mg/kgBW of oral paracetamol. The other groups were treated with 600 mg/kgBW paracetamol and additional 2 mg/kgBW genistein, 50 mg/kgBW silymarin or 100 mg/kgBW lecithin. ALT, AST, bile acid, malondialdehyde (MDA) and glutation (GSH) levels were measured and centrilobular necrosis observed by histopathological examination. Data were analyzed statistically by ANOVA. Results: AST and ALT level were significantly lower in genistein group (p = 0.004 and p = 0.001). The lowest bile acid level was found in the lecithin group (p = 0.025); while lowest MDA level was found in silymarin group (p = 0.009). The highest GSH level was found in lecithin group (p = 0.001). The lowest percentage of centrilobular necrosis was found in genistein group (p = 0.001). Conclusion: Genistein, silymarin and lecithin supplementation improve liver necrosis induced by toxic dose of paracetamol. Among them, genistein is the most significant agent. Keywords: genistein, silymarin, lecithin, paracetamol, hepatotoxicit
Dyspepsia in Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Gastropathy
No full textBackground: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) gastropathy is a common complication, which has characteristic symptoms of dyspepsia syndrome. Mostly, it includes epigastric discomfort with bloating and nausea. The aim of this study was to provide evidences that clinical symptoms of dyspepsia are related to macroscopic changes of gastric form in rats, which are expected to be applied in human. Method: The study was conducted in 20 white rats (Rattus norvegicus, Sprague-Dawley strain) at the Department of Pathology and Clinical Reproduction, Bogor Agricultural University between January and December 2008. The rats were divided to treatment group and control group and each group consisted of 10 rats. Acetyl salicylic acid (ASA/aspirin) was administered at 400 mg dose, diluted in distilled water and was given to the treatment group using gastric cannula, once daily for three days period; while the control group had received aquabidest only. Subsequently, necropsies were conducted for both groups, followed by macroscopic observation and measurement of sagittal and transversal diameter. Gastric incisions along the minor curvature were performed in both groups to recognize any macroscopic changes of gastric mucosa. ANOVA test was utilized for data analysis, which was followed by Duncan test when the results were significant. Results: Gastric diameters in treatment group with positive lesion were significantly different from the control group and the treatment group with negative lesion on anthrum/pylorus region, with p < 0.05. Conclusion: Prominent gastric dilatation at anthrum/pylorus region found in the treatment group may become the initial cause and signs of dyspepsia in human. Keywords: NSAID gastropathy, dyspepsia, NSAIDs/aspirin, gastric dilatatio
Gastric Outlet Obstruction due to Peptic Ulcer Disease
No full textGastric outlet obstruction is a rare complication of peptic ulcer disease, resulting from acute or chronic inflammatory changes. Patient may present asymptomatic or may have mild gastrointestinal symptoms. Some complications may include indirect systemic disorders such as water, acid-base, and electrolyte imbalance, which could be fatal. Acute management should include gastric decompression, correction of water and electrolytes abnormalities, as well as reduction of spasm and edema by using acid-supressants. After the patient has been stabilized, more definite measures should be taken such as endoscopic dilatation or surgery and treatment of peptic ulcer itself. Nowadays, endoscopic dilatation has been performed by using through-the-scope balloon dilating catheters. The diameter of balloon is usually increased gradually over several sessions. Long-term recurrence after endoscopic baloon dilatation has been reportedly low. Keywords: peptic ulcer, gastric outlet obstruction, endoscopic baloon dilatatio