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Hepatitis B and Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Case Report and Literature Review Rendi Aji Prihaningtyas; Muhammad Irawan; Qurrota Ayuni Novia Putri; Bagus Setyoboedi; Sjamsul Arief
MEDICINUS Vol. 38 No. 6 (2025): MEDICINUS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56951/e6bqh839

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Introduction: Current data estimates that over 90% of primary liver tumors are hepatocellular carcinomas (HCC), a type of malignant hepatocyte tumor. Viral hepatitis B is particularly associated with HCC. Early detection of chronic hepatitis B is crucial to prevent complications. Case Presentation: A 17-year-old girl presented with a one-month history of abdominal enlargement, jaundice, dark urine, and pale-colored stool. She experienced weight loss and a lack of appetite. Anthropometric assessment indicated severe malnutrition. The abdomen appeared distended with ascites. There was a palpable liver, with a firm consistency and a lumpy surface up to the epigastrium, with a size of 8 x 7 x 6 cm, and accompanied by splenomegaly. Laboratory examination indicated anemia (hemoglobin 9.5 g/dl), white blood cells 12.38 x 10³/μl, platelets 859 x 10³/μl, AST 1,095 U/l, ALT 104 U/l, cholestasis (total bilirubin 66.5 mg/dl and direct bilirubin 4.14 mg/dl), hypoalbuminemia (albumin 2.81 g/dl), LDH 3146 U/l, reactive HBsAg >1,000, AFP >1,000 ng/ml. An abdominal ultrasound revealed hepatomegaly with multiple nodules distributed across nearly all liver segments, and some of which formed a mass measuring 7.9 x 6.4 x 5.8 cm in the right lobe. Additionally, splenomegaly and ascites were observed. CT scan of the abdomen showed masses distributed throughout the hepatic lobe with contrast enhancement in the arterial phase and feeding from hepatic artery, in the venous phase, contrast washout with ascites. These findings support the diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma. Conclusion: Children with HBV may have had prior medical visits without being accurately diagnosed, representing missed opportunities for timely HBV detection. There is a critical need for increased awareness and early screening for hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in children, especially in regions where HBV prevalence is high.
LIVER CANCER ASSOCIATED WITH HEPATITIS B VIRUS INFECTION IN A CHILD: A CASE REPORT Karina Pharamita Dewi; Rendi Aji Prihaningtyas; Bagus Setyoboedi; Sjamsul Arief
Journal of Vocational Health Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): July 2025 | JOURNAL OF VOCATIONAL HEALTH STUDIES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jvhs.V9.I1.2025.64-69

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Background: Two-thirds of primary liver tumors in children are malignant. Hepatoblastoma (HBL) accounts for 40-60 percent of pediatric liver tumors and is the most common malignant liver tumor. Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is the second most common malignancy in children, accounting for approximately 20% of cases. Both malignant liver tumors have similar clinical and imaging features, but different prognosis and treatment. Purpose: This report aims a case of liver cancer related to hepatitis B virus infection in a child. Case analysis: A 15-year-old girl presented with a two-month history of right upper quadrant pain along with abdominal distension, weight loss, back pain, anorexia, nausea, weakness and fatigue for 5 months prior to admission. Physical examination revealed a hard, firm mass with a bumpy surface in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen and splenomegaly. Laboratory test showed an increase in Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH), Gamma-Glutamyl Transpeptidase (GGT), Alpha Feto Protein (AFP), quantitative Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) DNA, and HBsAg reactive. Abdominal Multi-Slice Computed Tomography (MSCT) revealed malignant solid mass with necrotic component inside, indistinct borders, irregular margins and kissing spleen. Result: The diagnosis of liver cancer in this patient suggested HCC associated with chronic hepatitis B infection. Conclusion: Routine follow-up of all children with chronic hepatitis B infection is crucial because of the risk of developing liver cancer in adolescence and adulthood.
Steroid Therapy on Cholestasis: A Case Report Rendi Aji Prihaningtyas; Bagus Setyoboedi; Sjamsul Arief; Prihaningtyas, Rendi Aji
MEDICINUS Vol. 38 No. 11 (2025): MEDICINUS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56951/mp7wkf03

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Introduction: Cholestasis is a pathological condition associated with immune-mediated processes that interfere with bile flow, thus requiring early diagnosis and prompt treatment to ensure optimal outcomes. The use of steroid therapy in the treatment of cholestasis has not been previously reported. Case: A 2-month and 9-day-old male infant presented with jaundice beginning at one week of age, followed by pale stools and tea-colored urine. Physical examination revealed jaundice, hepatomegaly, and splenomegaly. Laboratory investigations showed elevated liver enzymes: aspartate aminotransferase (AST) 292 U/l, alanine transaminase (ALT) 187 U/l, gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) 312.7 U/l, and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) 882 U/l), along with elevated bilirubin level (total bilirubin 7.9 mg/dl and direct bilirubin 6 mg/dl). Cytomegalovirus (CMV) IgG was reactive. A two-phase abdominal ultrasound examination revealed a preprandial gallbladder size of 0.65 x 0.33 x 1.91 cm, a postprandial size of 0.37 x 0.29 x 0.73 cm. Liver biopsy revealed chronic hepatitis and mild fibrosis (F1). The patient was treated with methylprednisolone, which was gradually tapered off. Following steroid therapy, liver enzyme and bilirubin levels normalized, gallbladder size increased, and stool color darkened. Posttreatment gallbladder size showed an increase (preprandial 3.05 x 0.96 x 0.72 cm, postprandial 2.45 x 0.72 x 0.82 cm). Conclusions: Steroids may improve bile flow and prevent further liver damage. Targeting immune mechanisms could represent a promising approach for future cholestasis treatments.
A CASE REPORT OF SUCCESSFUL STEROID TREATMENT IN INFANT WITH EXTRAHEPATIC CHOLESTASIS Bagus Setyoboedi; Rendi Aji Prihaningtyas; Agrasenfani Hadi; Muhammad Nur Alpi Apriansyah; Sjamsul Arief
Journal of Vocational Health Studies Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): November 2025 | JOURNAL OF VOCATIONAL HEALTH STUDIES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jvhs.V9.I2.2025.139-145

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Background: Cholestatic jaundice in infants is a significant healthcare challenge, particularly in regions where access to surgical intervention and liver transplantation is limited. An immunologic mechanism underlies the pathogenesis of biliary atresia leading to fibro-obliteration of the bile ducts. However, the successful management of biliary atresia is often difficult because treatment typically occurs at an advanced stage. Therefore, alternative therapies that can suppress bile duct inflammation are urgently needed. Administering anti-inflammatory drugs such as methylprednisolone to infants in the early stages of cholestasis may provide opportunities to improve outcomes in the limited capacity to perform Kasai surgery and liver transplantation. Purpose: This case report describes the clinical improvement of extrahepatic cholestasis following steroid administration. Case analysis: We report a case of a 24-day-old male infant presenting with clinical symptoms of jaundice and pale stool. Liver biopsy revealed features consistent with extrahepatic obstructive cholestasis characteristic of biliary atresia. The patient was treated with methylprednisolone (a corticosteroid) and ursodeoxycholic acid without surgical intervention. Result: The combination of methylprednisolone and ursodeoxycholic acid normalized liver function tests and led to significant clinical improvement. Both jaundice and pale stools completely resolved within two months of treatment. Conclusion: Steroid therapy may provide clinical benefits for infants with extrahepatic cholestasis, particularly in settings with limited healthcare resources. Steroid administration may play a role in the suppression of the inflammatory process that causes fibrosis and bile duct obliteration in the early stages of the disease.
Late Diagnosis of Biliary Atresia in an Infant- A Call for Early Cholestasis Screening and Timely Referral Yovani Savitri; Rendi Aji Prihaningtyas; Bagus Setyoboedi; Sjamsul Arief
MEDICINUS Vol. 39 No. 1 (2026): MEDICINUS
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Background: Biliary atresia (BA) is a progressive, fibroinflammatory cholangiopathy and the leading cause of pediatric liver transplantation. Early diagnosis and timely Kasai portoenterostomy (KPE), ideally within the first 45–60 days of life, are critical to preserving native liver function and delaying disease progression. However, in many settings, delayed recognition and referral remain major barriers. Case: A 3-month-and-22-day-old female infant presented with persistent jaundice, acholic stools, and hepatosplenomegaly. Despite the onset of symptoms as early as day 3 of life, referral to a tertiary center was significantly delayed. Laboratory tests showed elevated liver enzymes (aspartate aminotransferase/AST 142 U/l, alanine aminotransferase/ALT 109 U/l, gamma-glutamyl transferase/GGT 1554 U/l, alkaline phosphatase/ALP 572 U/l), total bilirubin 9.84 mg/d, and direct bilirubin 8.31 mg/dl. Two-phase abdominal ultrasonography showed findings consistent with BA, including absence of the gallbladder and a positive triangular cord sign. Liver biopsy showed advanced-stage fibrosis (F3–F4), confirming the diagnosis of BA. Conclusions: Due to the delayed diagnosis and the presence of advanced liver damage, the golden period for effective KPE was missed, making liver transplantation the only definitive treatment option. This case highlights the urgent need for improved screening and early referral systems toenhance outcomes in infants with BA.