portal hypertension :- 50 cases
[14/05/25, 4:28:56 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case 1
45 years male
CHIEF COMPLAINTS:
B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 WEEK
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:
PATIENT C/O ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT,TIGHTNESS,BLOATING
SENSATION SINCE 2 YEARS
INTERMITTENT , GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE , ABDOMINAL DISTENTION
NO C/O LOSS APPETITE, NAUSEA,VOMITINGS
NO C/O LOOSE STOOLS
NO C/O CHEST PAIN,SOB, COUGH, COLD
C/O FEVER LOW GRADE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CHILLS AND RIGORS
AGGREVIATING AT
NIGHT
C/O DARKCOLORED YELLOW URINE
C/O WEIGHT GAIN
PAST HISTORY:
HISTORY OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST 2YEARS
N/K/C/O HTN/DM/THYROID/CAD/CVA/TB
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
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PATIENT IS C/C/C
TEMP:99F
PR:68BPM
BP:11O/80MMHG
RR:17CPM
P/A:SOFT DISTENDED ,SHIFTING DULLNESS PRESENT
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS:S1S2+HEARD NO MURMURS
R/S:BAE+ NVBS HEARD
CNS:NAD
COURSE IN THE .:
44YEAR MALE ADMITTED WITH ABOVE MENTIONED
COMPLAINS.NECESSARY
INVESTIGATIONS WERE DONE AND DIAGNOSED WITH DECOMPENSATED
CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE WITH GRADE 1 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES.DIAGNOSTIC ASCITIC
TAP WAS
DONE.4FFPS WERE TRANSFUSED ON 23-09-2023.ENDOSCOPY WAS
DONE.PATIENT WAS
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE AND PLANNED FOR DISCHARGE.
Investigation
NameValueRangeNameValueRangeLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
22-09-2023 04:37:PMTotal
Bilurubin4.63 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin2.97 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)66 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)46 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE453 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS5.6 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.16 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G
RATIO0.63HBsAg-RAPID22-09-2023 04:37:PMNegative
BLOOD UREA22-09-2023 04:37:PM19 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE22-09-2023
04:37:PM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C
l) AND SERUM IONIZED
CALCIUM 22-09-2023 04:37:PMSODIUM137 mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
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3
POTASSIUM4.1 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE101 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED0.92 mmol/Lmmol/LAnti HCV Antibodies -
RAPID22-09-2023 04:37:PMNon
Reactive COMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE (CBP) 24-09-2023
04:41:AMHAEMOGLOBIN8.5 gm/dl
17.0-13.0 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT5000 cells/cumm
10000-4000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS47 %
80-40 %
LYMPHOCYTES40 %
40-20 %
EOSINOPHILS03 %
6-1 %
MONOCYTES10 %
10-2 %
BASOPHILS00 %2-0 %PLATELET COUNT72,000SMEARNormocytic
normochromic anemia with
thrombocytopenia.SERUM PROTEIN24-09-2023 04:41:AM5.6 g/dl
.8.3-6.4 g/dl .COMPLETE BLOOD
PICTURE (CBP) 25-09-2023 04:35:AMHAEMOGLOBIN8.5 gm/dl
17.0-13.0 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT4800 cells/cumm
10000-4000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS43 %
80-40 %
LYMPHOCYTES42 %
40-20 %
EOSINOPHILS03 %
6-1 %
MONOCYTES12 %
10-2 %
BASOPHILS00 %
2-0 %
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4
PLATELET COUNT62,000SMEARNormocytic normochromic Anemia with
thrombocytopeniaSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
25-09-2023 04:35:AMSODIUM137
mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.0 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE101 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED1.15 mmol/Lmmol/LCOMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE (CBP)
26-09-2023
04:51:AMHAEMOGLOBIN9.1 gm/dl
17.0-13.0 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT8680 cells/cumm
10000-4000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS54 %
80-40 %
LYMPHOCYTES28 %
40-20 %
EOSINOPHILS02 %
6-1 %
MONOCYTES16 %
10-2 %
BASOPHILS00 %
2-0 %
PLATELET COUNT64,000SMEARNormocytic normochromic Anemia with
thrombocytopeniaSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
26-09-2023 04:51:AMSODIUM138
mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.1 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE101 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED1.09 mmol/Lmmol/L
2D ECHO SCREENING:
ALL CHAMBERS DILATED
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5
EF:66%
IVC/SVC/CS:IVC SIZE(1.22CM)NON COLLAPSING
DOPPLER STUDY:
MITRAL FLOW: A>E
AORTIC FLOW:1.94
TRICUSPID FLOW:RVSP2 48+10=58MMHG
CONCLUSION:
-MODERATE TR+ WITH PAH;MODERATE AL+
-NO RWMA,NOAS/MS,SCLEROTIC AV
-GOOD LV SYSYTOLIC FUNCTION, NO LV CLOT
APTT (23/9/23)-46 SEC
PT(23/9/23)-23 SEC
INR-1.6
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN SUGAR(23./9/23)
SUGAR-163
PROTEIN-0.4
(24/9/23)
APTT-45 SEC
PT-22 SEC
INR-1.6
(25/9/23)
APTT-43 SEC
PT-21 SEC
INR-1.55
(27/9/23)
APTT-41 SEC
PT-20 SEC
INR-1.48
HEMOGRAM(27/9/23)
HB-8.7
TLC-6900
PCV-25.8
RBC-2.53
PLT-80000
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6
(29/9/23)
APTT-34 SEC
PT-17 SEC
INR-1.2
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
2.SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3.INJ VIT K 10MG IM/OD
4.TAB LASIX 40MG PO/BD
5.TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
6.TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
7.SYRUP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/TID
8.SYRUP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD
9.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN A GLASS OF WATER /MILK TWICE DAILY
10.2EGG WHITES /DAY
11.STRICT I/O CHARTING
12.MONITOR VITALS 4RTH HOURLY
Advice at Discharge
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
2.SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3.TAB LASIX 40MG PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS 8AM--4PM
4.TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS 8AM---8PM
5.TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS 8AM--8PM
6.SYRUP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/TID '---'---'
7.SYRUP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD '---'---'
8.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN A GLASS OF WATER /MILK TWICE DAILY
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Case 2
65 years female
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ? NAFLD
WITH
OESOPHAGEAL VARICES WITH PHGD
GRADE I - II HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
S/P LAP CHOLECYSTECTOMY 1.5 YEARS AGO
K/C/O TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS SINCE 10YEARS
K/C/O HYPOTHYROIDISM SINCE 30YEARS
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O FORGETFULNESS SINCE 1WEEK
C/O LOSS OF WEIGHT SINCE 3MONTHS
C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1YEAR
C/O LETHARGY WITH DROWSINESS SINCE 1MONTH
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY NORMAL 1YEAR AGO , THEN SHE DEVELOPED
BILATERAL
PEDAL EDEMA , INSIDIOUS IN ONSET , GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE ,
AGGRAVATED ON
EXERTION AND WALKING, RELIEVED AT REST , C/O LOSS OF WEIGHT
SINCE 3MONTHS ,
(ABOUT 8 - 10KGS ) IN 3MONTHS . C/O LETHARGY WITH DROWSINESS
SINCE 1MONTH ,
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET , GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
H/O PRURITIS SINCE 2MONTHS ASSOCIATED WITH DARKISH
DISCOLORATION OF SKIN
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H/O HAIR LOSS SINCE 1YEAR
H/O ABDOMINAL DISTENTION +
H/O HEADACHE, FRONTAL SIDE, NO ORBITAL PAIN
H/O LOSS OF APPETITE +
NO H/O FEVER ,COUGH,COLD , NAUSEA,VOMTING
NO H/O ,GIDDINESS,BLURRING OF VISION
NO H/O DECRESED URINE OUTPUT ,PEDAL OEDEMA
PAST HISTORY :
K/C/O HYPOTHYROIDISM SINCE 3YEARS ON TAB.THYRONORM 100MCG OD
K/C/O DM TYPE II SINCE 10 YEARS (ON TAB. METAFORMIN 500MG
PO/OD)
H/O LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY ON 27/10/23
N/K/C/O HTN, TB, ASTHMA, EPILEPSY, CVA, CAD
FAMILY HISTORY : NOT SIGNIFICANT.
PERSONAL HISTORY
LOSS OF APPETITE
BOWEL AND BLADDER INCONTINENCE+
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS DROWSY
PALLOR+
ICTERUS +,
CLUBBING + PARROT BEAK APPEARANCE
PEDAL EDEMA + GRADE II
NO CYANOSIS,LYMPHEDENOPATHY,
TEMP-98.2F
BP: 120/80 MMHG
PR: 84 BPM
RR: 18 CPM
SPO2: 98%
GRBS:202MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS- SI, S2 HEARD, NO THRILLS, NO MURMURS
RS- BAE +
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ABDOMEN-DISTENDED, SOFT,NT, LIVER PALPABLE
CNS : PATIENT IS DROWSY ,
GCS: E4V5M6
OPTHAL REFERRAL WS DONE ON 5/3/25
IMPRESSION WAS:USE SPECTACLES FOR CORRECTION OF REFEACTORY
ERROR
NO KF RIMG
OUTSIDE UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY :- LOW GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
PRESENT
Investigation
PERIPHERAL SMEAR03-03-2025 04:14:PMRBC : Anispoikilocytosis
with
Microcytic,macroovalocytosis,Normocytes penicil
forms,teardrop seen WBC : With in normal limits
PLATELET : Adequate COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
03-03-2025 04:14:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilSTOOL FOR
OCCULT BLOOD03-03-2025 04:14:PMNegative (-ve)RFT 03-03-2025
04:14:PM UREA30 mg/dl50-
17 mg/dlCREATININE0.7 mg/dl1.2-0.6 mg/dlURIC ACID3.4
mmol/L6-2.6 mmol/LCALCIUM9.9
mg/dl10.2-8.6 mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS4.0 mg/dl4.5-2.5
mg/dlSODIUM136 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM4.5 mmol/L.5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE103
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-03-2025 04:14:PM Total Bilurubin3.68
mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin2.60
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)78 IU/L31-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)53
IU/L34-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE357 IU/L128-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS8.2 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN2.34
gm/dl4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO0.37HBsAg-RAPID03-03-2025
04:14:PMNegative Anti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID03-03-2025 04:14:PMNon Reactive LIVER FUNCTION TEST
(LFT) 04-03-2025 12:29:AM
Total Bilurubin2.86 mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin2.00
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)76 IU/L31-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT)52 IU/L34-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE333
IU/L128-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS8.0 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN2.19 gm/dl4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO0.38T3, T4, TSH 04-
03-2025 12:31:AM T31.21 ng/ml1.87-0.87 ng/mlT411.79 micro
g/dl12.23-6.32 micro g/dlTSH10.36
micro Iu/ml5.36-0.34 micro Iu/ml
FBS ON 5/3/25
119 MG/DLHBA1C(5/3/25)-6.5%
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4
HEMOGRAM:3/3/25HAEMOGLOBIN 9.3 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 4,600
cells/cummNEUTROPHILS 55
% LYMPHOCYTES 40 % EOSINOPHILS 02 % MONOCYTES 03 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 27.9 vol
% M C V 94.M C H C 33.3 % RDW-CV 20.2 % RDW-SD 70.5 flRBC
COUNT 2.96
millions/cummPLATELET COUNT 1.50 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Anispoikilocytosis
withMicrocytic,macroovalocytosis,Normocytes penicil
forms,teardrop seenLight MicroscopyWBC With
in normal limits Light MicroscopyPLATELETS Adeqaute Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No
hemoparasites seen Light MicroscopyIMPRESSION Dimorphic
AnemiaAdvised : srB12 sr Feritin <sr
IrontRule out Nutrtinl Anemia
USG ABDOMEN WAS DONE ON 3/3/25
SUPRANODULARLY COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER LIKELY CHRONIC
LIVER DISEASE
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
HEPAMERZ SACHETS PO/BD 1SACHET IN 1GLASS OF WATER
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
TAB. UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
TAB. RIFAGUT 400MG PO/BD
TAB. REJUNEX -CDS PO/OD
TAB. THYRONORM 100MG PO/OD
TAB CARCEODIOL 3.125MG PO/OD/8AM
TAB. METFORMIN 500MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 10ML PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
HEPAMERZ SACHETS PO/BD 1SACHET IN 1GLASS OF WATER TO
CONTINUE
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
TAB. UDILIV 300MG PO/BD FOR 7 DAYS
TAB. RIFAGUT 400MG PO/BDFOR 5 DAYS
TAB. REJUNEX -CDS PO/OD FOR 2 DAYS
TAB. THYRONORM 100MG PO/OD TO CONTINUE
TAB. METFORMIN 500MG PO/BD TO CONTINUE
SYP.LACTULOSE 10ML PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS(STOP IF LOOSE STOOLS
MORE THAN 3
EPISODES)
TAB CARCEODIOL 3.125MG PO/OD/8AM TO CONTINUE
Follow Up
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Case 3
60 years male
HEART FAILURE WITH PRESERVED EJECTION FRACTION (EF=63%)
CERVICAL AND LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS
TINEA COPORIS + TINEA PEDIS
DM TYPE2 SINCE 6 YEARS
ALCOHOLIC DEPENDENT SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS
C/O B/L KNEE PAIN SINCE 3 YEARS
LOW BACK ACHE SINCE 10 YEARS
H/O OCCASSIONAL EPISODES OF FEVER
HOPI
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 3 YEARS AGO LATER
DEVELOPED PAIN ON
RIGHT KNEE FOLLOWED BY PAIN IN LEFT KNRR WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS
IN ONSET
,PROGRESSIVE ,AGGRAVATED EITH WALKING FOR LONG TIME,RELIEVED
WITH REST
PAIN IN LOW BACK REGION WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET
PROGRESSIVE
,AGGRAVATED ON MOVEMENTS
PAST HISTORY :
K/C/O DM TYPE 2 AND ON ORAL MEDICATION
NOT K/C/O HTN,CAD, CVA, EPILEPSY, TB, ASTHMA.
H/O SURGERY DONE FOR HYDROCELE
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2
PERSONAL HISTORY :
OCCUPATION -SHEPHERD
DIET - MIXED
APPETITE - NORMAL
SLEEP - ADEQUATE
BOWEL MOVEMENTS - REGULAR
MICTURITION - NORMAL
ADDICTIONS - CONSUMES ALCOHOL,SINCE 20 YEARS
FAMILY HISTORY : NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS C/C/C
NO PALLOR, ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY
PEDAL EDEMA +
VITALS
BP - 110/80 MMHG
PR - 88 BPM
RR - 14 CPM
SPO2 - 98%@RA
GRBS - 442 MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
CVS : S1 S2 HEARD, NO MURMUR
RS : BAE +, B/L CREOTS + @ IAA,MA,SA,ISA
P/A - SOFT, NON TENDER
CNS- NFND
DVL REFERRAL DONE ON7/2/25 I/V/O ?DERMATITIS AND DIAGNOSED
AS TINEA CORPORIS+
TINEAS PEDIS
AND ADVICE
TAB TERBENAFINE 250MG PO OD
LULIFIN CREAM L/A OD
CICLOPIROX OLAMINE CREAM L/A OD @7PM
TAB TECZINE 10MG PO/HS/9PM
KETO SOAP
ORTHOPEDICS REFERRAL DONE ON 8/2/25 I/V/O KNEE AND LOW BACK
PAIN;AND ADVICED
TAB.XYKAA PO BD
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3
TAB SHLCAL CT PO OD
TAB. TRIGABANTIN 100MG PO/HS
PHYSIOTHERAPY -IFT TO B/L KNEE AND LOW BACK
Investigation
COMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE (CBP) 06-02-2025 06:56:PMHAEMOGLOBIN
7.9 gm/dl 17.0-13.0
gm/dlTOTAL COUNT 9500 cells/cumm 10000-4000
cells/cummNEUTROPHILS 65 % 80-40
%LYMPHOCYTES 24 % 40-20 %EOSINOPHILS 01 % 6-1 %MONOCYTES 10
% 10-2
%BASOPHILS 00 % 2-0 %PLATELET COUNT 3.36SMEAR Normocytic
normochromic anemia
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 06-02-2025 06:56:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR ++++BILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS
NilPOST LUNCH BLOOD
SUGAR 06-02-2025 06:56:PM 435 mg/dl 140-0 mg/dl
RFT 06-02-2025 06:56:PMUREA 28 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dlCREATININE
1.0 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dlURIC
ACID 2.8 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 2.0 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 138 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.5
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
106 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 06-02-2025
06:56:PMTotal Bilurubin 0.84
mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 0.19 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 38 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 34
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 235 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.2 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 3.5 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 1.34
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 09-02-2025 01:17:AM Non
ReactiveHBsAg-RAPID 09-02-2025
01:17:AM Negative
2D ECHO - IMPRESSION
EF-63%
MILD TR +,NO PAH;NO MR OR PR ;TRIVIAL AR +
NO RWMA,NO MS/AS,SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV /RV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
GRADE 1 DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION+;NO LV CLOT
USG ABDOMEN AND PELVIS -IMPRESSION
-COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF LIVER LIKELY
CLD
-MILD ASCITIS IN PERIHEPATIC REGION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB REJUVEX CD 3 OD
TAB ROSUVAS CV 75/20 MG PO/OD
TAB ULTRACET 1/2 PO QID
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4
TAB SHELCAL CT PO OD @2PM
TAB TRIGABANTIN 100MG PO/HS@ 9PM
TAB TECZINE 10MG PO/HS/9PM
TAB TERBENAFINE 250MG PO OD @2PM
LUCIFIN CREAM L/A OD @7AM
CICLOPIROX OLAMINE CREAM L/A OD @7PM
TAB MVT PO/OD @2PM
TAB PAN 40MG PO OD @7AM
TAB GLIMIPERIDE 2MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO BD
TAB SITAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD 2PM
GRBS 7 POINT PROFILE
SRTICT DIABETIC DIET
Advice at Discharge
STRICT DIABETIC DIET
TAB GLIMIPERIDE 1MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO BD 7 AM--------7PM
TO CONTINUE
TAB SITAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD 2PM TO CONTINUE
TAB ROSUVAS CV 75/20 MG PO/OD TO CONTINUE
TAB ULTRACET 1/2 PO QID X 1WEEK
TAB REJUVEX CD 3 PO OD X 30 DAYS
TAB SHELCAL CT PO OD @2PM X 20 DAYS
TAB TRIGABANTIN 100MG PO/HS@ 9PM X 2WEEK
TAB TECZINE 10MG PO/HS/9PM X 1WEEK
TAB TERBENAFINE 250MG PO OD @2PM X 2 WEEKS
LUCIFIN CREAM L/A OD @7AM X 2 WEEKS
CICLOPIROX OLAMINE CREAM L/A OD @7PM
TAB MVT PO/OD @2PM X 1WEEK
TAB PAN 40MG PO OD @7AM X 1WEEK
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD AFTER 1WEEK OR SOS EITH FBS
AND PLBS
REVIEW TO DERMATOLOGY AND ORTHOPEDIC OPD AFTER 2WEEKS OR SOS
When to Obtain Urgent Care
IN CASE OF ANY EMERGENCY IMMEDIATELY CONTACT YOUR CONSULTANT
DOCTOR OR
ATTEND EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT.
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Case 4
67 years male
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE;
HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN ASCITES SECONDARY TO ALCOHOLIC LIVER
CIRRHOSIS WITH
GRADE 3 ENCEPHALOPATHY
B/L LOWER LIMB SWELLING (GRADE III);
HYPERVOLUEMIC HYPONATREMIA;
HYPOKALEMIA SECONDARY TO CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE;
K/C/O CVA- MONOPLEGIA (RIGHT UPPERLIMB) WITH DEVIATION OF
MOUTH TO LEFT 15
YEARS AGO .
K/C/O DIABETIS MELLITUS 10 YEARS AGO.
K/C/O HTN 10 YEARS AGO.
Case History and Clinical Findings
PRESENTING COMPLAINTS:C/O Abdominal distension and B/L Lower
limb swelling since 1 1/2
month.C/O Breathlessness since a month.
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2
HOPI:A 65 year male, a potato chip vendor, resident of
Bhongiri, was bought to causality with
complaints of abdominal distension since 1 1/2 month,
gradually progressive, not associated with
pain. History of Bilateral lower limb swelling since 1 1/2
month, insidious onset gradually progressive,
pitting type of grade 2. History of breathlessness of grade
II to III MMRC, since a month, insidious
onset, gradually progressive, no seasonal or diurnal
variation. No history of chest pain, decreased
urine output, PND, Orthopnea, fever, cold, cough. Now
admitted for further management and
treatment.
PAST ILLNESS:History of head injury to occipital region
which was self healed, pt had altered
behaviour for 6 months.History of CVA - Monoplegia (right
upper limb associated with deviation of
mouth to left 15 years ago; used anti coagulants for 5 years
and stopped.K/C/O HTN since 6 years,
on TAB. AMLODIPINE 5mg/PO/OD at 8 AMK/C/O T2DM since 6 years
on TAB. GLIMEPIRIDE 2mg+
METFORMIN 1000mg/PO/OD at 8 AM.PERSONAL HISTORY:
Decreased appetiteRegular bowel and bladderNo
allergiesAlcoholic since the age of 17, takes 160
ML BRANDY till 22 nd sep from 1 st October 90 ml once in 4
days.Smoker since age of 17, initially 36
beedi for a day till 1 st October now 1 beedi per day.
COURSE IN THE .:
A 65 year male clinically presented with above mentioned
complaints. Upon admission after initial
examination necessary investigations were done. after
explaining the condition and further workup to
the patient and his attendees, diagnostic abdominal
paracentesis was done, which showed thick
straw coloured fluid followed by therapeutic paracentesis
was done and sent for analysis. Ascitic fluid:
LDH 141 IU/L; Amylase 151 IU/L; Sugar 124 mg/dl; Protein 0.2
mg/dl; Serum Albumin 2.5 mg/dl;
Ascitic Albumin 0.11 mg/dl; SAAG 2.49. His serum osmolality
266 mOsm/kg; Spot urinary: Na+ 142
mmol/l; K+ 151 mmol/l; Cl- 176 mmol/l . Hb 10.5 gr/dl; PCV
32.2; TLC 6100 cellsmm3; Platelet count
1.5 lakhs/mm3.
He was started on IV Antibiotics, Loop diuretics, Oral
Rifiximine, Pottasium supplements and other
Liver supportive medications.
USG Abdomen was domne on 13/12/2022 which showed:
1. Liver : 12.8 cms , normal size and coarse echotexture, No
IHBRD, Gall bladder wall edema (5mm),
Portal vein 11mm showing hepatopetal and biphasic pattern.
2. Spleen 2.6 cms with normla size and echotexture,
3. Right kidney of 9.6 * 5.4 cms and Left Kidney 9.3 * 5.2
cms with normal size and echotexture, CMD
maibntained and
2d echo findings
no rwma
mild TR + ,TRIVIAL MR+
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION + NO PE
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EF 60% MILD AS AND AR POSITIVE
IVC SIZE 1 CMS COLLAPSING
AT PRESENT HEMOGRAM FINDINGS
HB 9.7
TC 10,300 , N/L/M/E/ 90/03/06/01 PCV 30.5 RBC 3.25 ,PLT 1.20
PT 14 ,INR 1.0 ,APTT 29
PATIENT AND PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE
PATIENT
CONDITION THAT IS ALTERED SENOSRIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY,
DIAGNOSED WITH DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE AND VARIOUS
COMPLICATIONS THAT
MAY ARISE, INCLUDING THE MORTALITY OF THE PATIENT IN THEIR
OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE LANGUAGE BUT THEY DENIED FURTHER . STAY AND
TREATMENT AND UNDER LEAVING AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE DUE THEIR
PERSONAL
REASONS.
. STAFF, DOCTORS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DETORIATION OF
THE
PATIENT CONDITION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1 TAB. RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD
2 TAB. ALDACTONE 50MG PO BD
3 TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD
4 TAB. HEPAMERZ 500MG PO OD
5 TAB. AMLONG 5MG PO OD
6 TAB.FOLIC ACID 5MG PO OD
7 TAB.BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO BD
8 INJ. HYDROCORT 100MG IV BD
9 INJ. HUMAN ACTRAPID INSULIN S/C TID ACCORDING TO GRBS
10 SYP.POTKLOR 15ML/PO/TID IN 1 GLASS OF WATER
11 INJ.MONOCEF 1GM IV BD
12 SYP.LACTULOSE 30ML PO TID
13 GRBS MONITORING 6TH HOURLY
14 NEB.IPRAVENT 8TH HOURLY
Advice at Discharge
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Case 5
40 years male
DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
ASCITIS WITH HIGH SAAG
CYSTITIS (RESOLVED)
NEPHROTIC SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
39YEAR OLD MALE CAB DRIVER BY OCCUPATION RESIDENT OF WEST
BENGAL CAME TO
GM OPD WITH COMPLAINTS OF
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 2 MONTHS
B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS
DECREASED APPETITE SINCE 2 MONTHS
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 1 MONTH
HOPI:PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 MONTHS BACK THEN
HE DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATED
WITH DECREASED APPETITE SINCE THEN B/L PEDAL EDEMA UPTO KNEE
SINCE 2 MONTHS
PITTING TYPE INCREASED ON WALKING AND RELIEVED ON
REST.DECREASED URINARY
OUTPUT SINCE 1 MONTH INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALY
PROGRESSIVE.
NO H/O FEVER,COUGH,BREATHLESSNESS
PAST HISTORY:
NOT A K/C/O DM,HTN,ASTHMA,TB,EPILEPSY
NO H/O CVA,CAD
PERSONAL HISTORY
MIXED DIET
APPETITE -NORMAL
BOWEL -REGULAR
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MICTURITION -NORMAL
NO KNOWN ALLERGIES
OCCASIONALLY ALCOHOLIC 180ML WEEKLY ONCE AND STOPPED 1 YEAR
BACK
SMOKER BD - 1 PACK/DAY AND STOPPED 3 MONTHS BACK
FAMILY HISTORY - NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS CONSCIOUS, COHERENT, COOPERATIVE WELL ORIENTD TO TIME,
PLACE, PERSON
MODERATELY BUILT AND NOURISHED
VITALS
BP : 110/70MM HG
PR 84 BPM
SPO2 98 % AT RA
TEMP 98.3 F
NO PALLOR , ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY,
EDEMA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS S1 AND S2 +
RS NVBS HEARD, BAE +
P/A - SOFT,NON TENDER
CNS EXAMINATION:NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
COURSE IN THE .:39 YEAR OLD MALE CAR DRIVER BY OCCUPATION
RESIDENT OF
WEST BENGAL PRESENTED TO GM OPD WITH ABDOMINAL DISTENTION
AND B/L PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS.AFTER THOROUGH CLINICAL EVALUATION AND
INVESTIGATIONS
DIAGNOSED AS CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE AND DIAGNOSTIC TAP SHOWED
HIGH SAAG LOW
PROTEIN FOLLOWED BY THERAPEUTIC TAP AND PATIENT IMPROVED
SYMPTOMATICALLY.HE THEN DEVELOPED CLOUDY TURBID AND HIGH
COLOURED URINE
FOR WHICH UROLOGY REFERAL WAS DONE ON 12/12/23 AND X-RAY KUB
AND
UROFLOWMETRY WAS DONE WHICH WERE FOUND OUT TO BE NORMAL
RULING OUT
BLADDER CALCULUS AND STRICTURE URETHRA.LATER 24HR URINARY
PROTEIN VALUE
SHOWED 3,834 MG/DAY AND 24 HR URINARY CREATININE SHOWED A
VALUE OF
2.6GM/DAY.PATIENT IS SUSPECTED TO HAVE NEPHROTIC SYNDROME,TO
CONFIRM THE
DIAGNOSIS RENAL BIOPSY WAS DONE ON 22/12/23 AND PATIENT IS
BEING DISCHARGED IN
HAEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION AND REVIEW TO GENERAL
MEDICINE OPD WITH
RENAL BIOPSY AFTER 10 DAYS.
Investigation
BLOOD UREA20 mg/dl
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42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dl
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
Total Bilurubin0.69 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.18 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)136 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)87 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE616 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS4.5 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.0 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.80
HBsAg-RAPIDNegative Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPIDNon Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
COLOURPale yellow
APPEARANCEClear
REACTIONAcidic
SP.GRAVITY1.010
ALBUMINtrace
SUGARNil
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BILE SALTSNil
BILE PIGMENTSNil
PUS CELLS3-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3
RED BLOOD CELLSNil
CRYSTALSNil
CASTSNil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITSAbsent
OTHERSNil
SAAG:1.65
SERUM ALBUMIN- 2.0 GM/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN- 0.35 GM/DL
CELL COUNT OF ASCITIC FLUID:
CLEAR, YELLOW
TOTAL COUNT- 50 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS- 100%
USG DONE ON 16/11/23
IMPRESSION- COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER S/P- CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE
SEVERE ASCITES WITH THIN INTERNAL SEPTAE
NORMAL DIRECTION AND CALIBER OF PORTAL VEIN
DIFFUSE GB WALL EDEMA DUE TO ASCITES
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB.LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD
TAB.LEVOFLOXACIN 750MG PO BD x 7 DAYS
TAB.NIFTY-SR PO OD
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SYP. LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
SYP.ALKASTONE B6 15ML IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO BD
STRICT ALCOHOL ABSTINENCE
Advice at Discharge
TAB.LASIX 20MG PO BD x 7 DAYS
TAB.SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO OD x 7 DAYS
SYP. LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID x 7 DAYS
SYP.ALKASTONE B6 15ML IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO BD x 7 DAYS
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Case 6
41 year male
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS:
C/O DiSTENSION OF ABDOMEN SINCE 3DAYS
C/O SOB SINCE 3 DAYS
HOPI
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 3 DAYS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED
DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN SINCE 3 DAYS WHICH IS INSIDIOUS IN
ONSET, GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE. C/O SOB SINCE 3 DAYS GRADE 3 MMRC DUE TO
DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN.
NO CHEST PAIN, NO PALPITATIONS, NO VOMITING, NO LOOSE STOOLS
NO H/O ORTHOPNEA, PND
NO H/O FEVER, COUGH, COLD
NO H/O POLYURIA OR DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
NO H/O BURNING MICTURITION
H/O SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ONE MONTH BAACK AND ADMITTED IN . DUE
TO
ICTERUS. MANAGED CONSERVATIVELY AND SYMPTOMS RELIEVED.
PAST HISTORY:
N/K/C/O DM 2, HTN, TB, EPILEPSY, CVA
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PERSONAL HISTORY ;
DIET : MIXED
APPETITE : NORMAL
SLEEP : NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER : REGULAR
NO ALLERGIES
SINCE 5 YEARS-SARA(COUNTRY ALCOHOL) STOPPED SINCE 2 MONTHS
FAMILY HISTORY :INSIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS , COHERENT , COOPERATIVE
MODERATELY BUILT AND NOURISHED .
NO SIGNS OF PALLOR , ICTERUS , CYANOSIS , CLUBBING
,LYMPHADENOPATHY, EDEMA.
VITALS :
TEMPERATURE: 98.4F
PR - 97BPM
BP - 110/70 MMHG
RR - 18 CPM
SPO2 - 98% ON ROOM AIR
GRBS - 159 MG%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
PER ABDOMEN :
INSPECTION :
ABDOMEN IS DISTENDED
UMBILICUS IS CENTRAL
ALL QUADRANTS ARE MOVING EQUALLY WITH RESPIRATION
NO SINUSES , ENGORGED VEINS, VISIBLE PULSATIONS .
PALPATION :
NO LOCAL RISE OF TEMPERATURE
NO TENDERNESS
ABDOMINAL GIRTH 60 CM
LIVER AND SPLEEN - NOT PALPABLE
PERCUSSION :
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FLUID THRILL ABSENT
SHIFTING DULLNESS PRESENT
AUSCULTATION :
BOWEL SOUNDS ARE HEARD.
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM : S1 AND S2 HEARD.
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM : BILATERAL AIR ENTRY PRESENT ,NORMAL
VESICULAR BREATH
SOUNDS HEARD
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM: NFND
PSYCHIATRY REFERREL:
IMPRESSION: ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE SYNDROME- CURRENTLY ABSTINENT
ADVICE:
1. RELAPSE PREVENTION TECHNIQUES EXPLAINED
2. PATIENT &OD PSYCHOEDUCATED
COURSE IN THE .:
PATIENT CAME WITH THE ABOVE COMPLAINTS. AFTER EVALUATING HIM
CLINICALLY AND
WITH APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATIONS, HE WAS FOUND TO HAVE
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE.
DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE AND AROUND
300 ML ASCITIC
FLUID WAS DRAWN OUT. PSYCHIATRIC REFERREL WAS TAKEN IN VIEW
OF ALCOHOL
DEPENDENCE AND ADVICE WAS FOLLOWED. ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE TO
RULE OUT
OESOPHAGEAL VARICES. PATIENT RECOVERED SYMPTOMATICALLY AND
DISCHARGED IN
STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
19/04/23
HEMOGRAM
HB- 9.2 GM/DL
TLC- 8900CELLS/CU.MM
N/L/E/M: 62/25/3/10
PLT-1.25 LAKHS/CU.MM
USG ABDOMEN:
? CIRRHOSIS OF LIVER
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BORDERLINE SPLENOMEGALY
MILD TO MODERATE ASCITIS
2D ECHO
NO RWMA. NO AS/MS. SCLEROTIC AV
TRIVIAL AR/TR. NO MR
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNTION, MILD LVH EF 67%
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNTION, NO PAH/PE
ENDOSCOPY DONE ON 21/4/2023 :
.
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. INJ THIAMINE 200 MG IV/BD IN 100 ML NS
2. INJ PAN 40 MG IV/OD
3. INJ VIT K 10 MG IN 100 ML NS
4. SYP LACTULOSE 15 ML PO/BD
5. TAB UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
TAB UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK
TAB.PAN 40 MG PO OD X 1 WEEK
SYP LACTULOSE 15 ML PO/BD
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD AFTER 1 WEEK OR REVIEW SOS
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Case 7
41 year male
SEPSIS(UROSEPSIS) WITH MODS
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY
ANEMIA UNDER EVALUATION
H/O DM SINCE 5YRS
Case History and Clinical Findings
45 year old male ,lorry driver by occupation,resident of .
came to the opd with chief
complaints of Abdominal distension since 4-5 days Abdominal
bloating since 4-5 days Shortness of
breath since 4-5 days Vomitings since 3 days B/L lower limb
swelling since 15-20 daysHOPI:he was
apparently asymptomatic 15 days back then he developed
swelling of both lower limbs (extending up
to knee ,pitting type)insidious in onset ,gradually
progressive, no aggravating and relieving factors
.Abdominal distension since 5 days ,insidious in onset
,gradually progressive,no aggravating and
relieving factors Associated with bloating ,SOB and
vomitingsNo h/o chest pain ,orthopnea
,PND,palpitationsNo h/o deceased urine output,burning
micturition ,feverPast historyK/c/o DM since
4-5 years on medication Tab Metformin 500mg po BDN/k/c/o HTN
CVA CAD TB EPILEPSYH/o
Alcoholism since 10 years aggrevated 4 yrs back (180ml per
day)Personal history:Diet
:mixedAppetite:normalBowel and bladder:regularSleep:
adequateAddictions:chronic alocoholic since
10yearsNo known allergiesFamily history:not
significantGeneral examination:he is
conscious,coherent , cooperativeWell oriented to time ,place
and person
Vitals:
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Temp:101.5F
Bp:130/70mmofhg
PR:119bpm
RR:20cpm
Grbs:mg/dl
No clubbing ,cyanosis, lymphadenopathy
CVS:s1s2+,no murmur
RS:BAE+,no added sounds
P/A:
Inspection;
Shape of abdomen; distended
Position of umbilicus: central and inverted
No scars and sinuses are present
All quadrants are moving equally with respiration
Palpation:
No tenderness
No organomegaly
Auscultation:
Bowel sounds heard
CNS: NFND
Investigation
USG ABDOMEN 29/5/23
GRADE 2 FATTY LIVER
HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ THIAMINE 200MG IN 100ML NS IV TID
INJ MONOCEF 1 GM IV BD FOR 3 DAYS
INJ MEROPENEM 500MG IV BD
INJ PAN 40MG IV OD
INJ PCM 1GM IV SOS IF TEMP >101F
INJ KCL 1 AMP IN 500ML NS SLOW IV STAT
INJ ZOFER 4MG IV BD
TAB UDILIV 300MG PO BD
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SYRUP LACTULOSE 15ML RT TID
SYRUP POTKLOR 15ML RT TID WITH GLASS OF WATER
TAB DOLO 650MG RT SOS
TAB PREGABALIN 75MG RT HS
NEBULISATION WITH IPRAVENT,BUDECORT,MUCOMIST 8TH HRLY
INJ LORAZEPAM 2MG IM SOS
TAB OLANZAPINE 2.5MG RT HS
Advice at Discharge
PATIENT ATTENDORS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE DIAGNOSIS
AND PROGNOSIS OF
THE CONDITION AND COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
CONDITION AND NEED FOR
ICU STAY INSPITE OF THAT THEY WANTED TO LEAVE AGAINST
MEDICAL ADVISE AS THEY
WANTED TO GO TO OTHER .,AS THEY KNOW A DOCTOR WHO IS WORKING
OVER
THERE.
DOCTORS,NURSES AND OTHER . STAFF ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
MISHAPPENING
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Case 8
54 year male
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH CULTURE NEGATIVE
NEUTROPHILIC
Case History and Clinical Findings
PATIENT CAME WITH C/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE
1MONTH
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 20DAYS
LOSS OF APPETITE SINCE 10DAYS
COUGH AND FEVER SINCE 5DAYS
HOPI-PATIENT IS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1MONTH BACK THEN HE
HAD YELLOWISH
DISCOLORATION OF EYES GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE.ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION SINCE
20DAYS,INSIDUOUS IN ONSET, GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 20DAYS ,PITTING TYPE UPTO KNEE
NO BLOOD IN STOOLS,NO HAEMATEMISIS,NO ABDOMINAL,NO SOB,NO
CHEST
PAIN,PALPITATIONS
FEVER SINCE 5DAYS LOW GRADE,MORE AT NIGHT TIMES ASS WITH DRY
COUGH
PAST HISTORY :
N/KC/O DM , ASTHMA, CAD, CVA, THYROID
USED HERBAL MEDICATION FOR 10DAYS -10DAYS BACK
NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST
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ON EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS, COHERENT, CO OPERATIVE
NO PALLOR, ICTERUS, CLUBBING, CYANOSIS, LYMPHADENOPATHY,
EDEMA
TEMP- 98.4 F
PR- 86BPM
BP- 110/80MMHG
RR- 16CPM
CVS- S1,S2 +
RS- B/L AE+ , NVBS
P/A: DISTENDED , SHIFTING DULLNESS + , FLUID THRILL +
CNS : NFND
COURSE IN THE .:
53 YEAR OLD MALE ADMITTED WITH ABOVE COMPLAINTS. USG ABDOMEN
(25/8/23)
SHOWED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE , GROSS ASCITIS , MILD
SPLENOMEGALY , INTERNAL
ECHOES IN THE URINARY BLADDER ?CYSTITIS. DIAGNOSED WITH
DECOMPENSATED
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH CULTURE NEGATIVE NEUTROPHILIC
ASCITIS.
THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP AND DIAGNOSTIC ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE
ON 26/08/23.ASCITIC
FLUID SHOWED PREDOMINANTLY LYMPHOCYTES , FEW NEUTROPHILS
AGAINST
EOSINOPHILIC BACKGROUND. ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE ON 29/8/23
SHOWED HIGH GRADE
ESOPHAGEAL VARICES. GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINION WAS TAKEN AND
ADVISE (TAB
CARDIVAS 3.125MG PO/OD , PROPHYLACTIC BANDING) FOLLOWED. ONE
MORE
THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE ON 29/8/23. PATIENT WAS
REFERRED TO HIGHER
CENTRE AND PATIENT WAS STABLE AT THE TIME OF DISCHARGE.
BODY WEIGHT :
30/8/23 - 66 KGS
29/8/23 - 67.1 KGS
28/8/23 - 66.8 KGS
ABDOMINAL GIRTH :
30/8/23 - 103 CMS
29/8/23 - 105 CMS
28/8/23 -105 CMS
Investigation
USG ABDOMEN DONE ON 25/8/23 : (IMPRESSION)
- CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
- GROSS ASCITIS
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- MILD SPLENOMEGALY
- INTERNAL ECHOES IN THE URINARY BLADDER ?CYSTITIS
ASCITIC FLUID CELL COUNT :
TLC - 750 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS 10%
LYMPHOCYTES 90%
RBC FEW
ASCITIC FLUID ADA : 22 U/L
ASCITIC FLUID C/S :
- NO PUS CELLS SEEN
- NO ORGANISMS SEEN
- NO ACID FAST BACILLI SEEN
- NO GROWTH AFTER 48HRS OF AEROBIC INCUBATION
HEMOGRAM :
29/8/23
HB 10.0 GM/DL
TLC: 12,100 CELLS CUMM
PCV: 28.2 VOL %
RBC COUNT: 2.95 CELLS
PLT: 2.21 LAKHS CUMM
28/8/23
HB 11.5 GM/DL
TLC: 13,500 CELLS CUMM
PCV: 32.3 VOL %
RBC COUNT: 3.24 CELLS
PLT: 2.43 LAKHS CUMM
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
2 EGG WHITES PER DAY 2
INJ CEFTAZIDIME 2GM IV/BD
TAB FUROSEMIDE + ALDACTONE 40/50MG PO/OD
TAB RIFAXIMIN 550MG PO/OD
TAB URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID 300 MG PO/BD
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/TID
SYP L ORNITHINE L ASPARTATE + PANCREATIN PO/OD
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PROTEIN POWDER X 1TBSP IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
2 EGG WHITES PER DAY 2
TAB FUROSEMIDE + ALDACTONE 40/50MG PO/OD
TAB RIFAXIMIN 550MG PO/OD
TABURSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID 300 MG PO/BD
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/TID
SYP L ORNITHINE L ASPARTATE + PANCREATINPO/OD
PROTEIN POWDER X 1TBSP IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/BD
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Case 9
17 year male
HYPERCOAGULABLE STATE SECONDARY TO PROTEI- S DEFICIENCY
? CAD SECONDARY TO ? HEPATIC VEIN CLOT
S/P DECOMPRESSIVE CRANIOTOMY SECONDARY TO CARDIOEMBOLIC
STROKE WITH LV
CLOT
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O DISTENSION &FULLNESS OF ABDOMEN SINCE 2 MONTHS
C/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYE SINCE 2 MONTHS
HOPI:PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 MONTHS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED
FULLNESS OF ABDOMEN ,INSIDIOUS IN ONSET .A/W DISTENSION OF
ABDOMEN INSIDIOUS
ONSET ,GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE .A/W SHORTNESS OF BREATH
,AGGRAVATING ON
TAKING FOOD &IN SITTING POSITION
A/W LOWER BACK PAIN
H/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYE
H/O EPIGASTRIC PAIN SINCE 2 MONTHS,BELCHING +
NO H/O CONSTIPATION,FEVER,BULKY STOOLS
NO H/O LOOSE STOOLS,VOMITINGD,PRURITUS
NO H/O MALENA,HEMATEMESIS,HEMATURIA
NO H/O PEDAL EDEMA,FACIAL PUFFINESS
NO H.\/O ORTHOPNEA,PLATYPNEA,FROTHY URINE
PAST ILLINESS:
NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST
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K/C/O CVA LEFT SIDED UL &LL,MOUTH DEVIATION 4 YEARS BACK
H/O SEIZURES 4 YEARS BACK ,UPROLLING OF EYES +,STEARING LOOK
N/AK/C/O HTN,DM,TB,THYROID DISORDERS,COPD,ASTHMA
ON EXAMINATION:
PT IS C/C/C
PR:78BPM
BP:110/60MMHG
RR:17CPM
WEIGHT:42KG
CVS:S1,S2+.NO MURMURS
RS:BLAE+,CLEAR
LOCAL EXASMINATION:GIT
ON INSPECTION:ABDOMEN IS DISTENDED,ELLIPTICAL IN SHAPE
UMBILICUS-SHAPE INVERTED
POSITION-CENTRAL
DISCHARGE-NO
MOVES WITH RESPIRATION
NO ENGORGED VEINS,VISIBLE PULSATIONS,HERNIAL ORIFICES
ON PALPATION:
FLUID THRILL-ABSENT
LIVER -PALPABLE
SPLEEN-NOT PALPABLE
ABDOMEN GIRTH-36INCHES
ON PERCUSSION:
SHIFTING DULLNESS +
ON AUSCULTATION:
BOWEL SOUNDS PRESENT
CNS:
HMT +
RT LT
TONE UL N INCREASED
LL N INCREASED
POWER UL 5/5 4/5
LL 5/5 4/5
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REFLEXES B 2+ 2+
T 2+ 2+
S 2+ 2+
K 2+ 3+
A 2+ 4+
P F E
Investigation
Name Value Range
Name Value RangeBLOOD UREA 21-03-2024 01:00:PM 16 mg/dl
42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 21-03-2024 01:00:PM 0.5 mg/dl 1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na,
K, C l) 21-03-2024 01:00:PMSODIUM 137 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.2 mmol/L 5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE 99 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 21-03-2024 01:00:PMTotal Bilurubin
9.20 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 7.18 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 777 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 422 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 829 IU/L 369-54 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.4 gm/dl 8-6
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.6 gm/dl 4.5-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.68COMPLETE
URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
21-03-2024 01:00:PMCOLOUR ReddishAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION
AcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010ALBUMIN TraceSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS
NilPUS CELLS NilEPITHELIAL
CELLS 0-1RED BLOOD CELLS NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID 21-03-2024 01:01:PM NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID 21-03-2024 01:01:PM
Non ReactivE
USG WAS DONE ON 22/03/24
IMPRESSION:CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE(CLD)
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY
MODERATE ASCITES(POST DRAINAGE)
COLLATERALS IN MESENTRY
F/S/O CLD WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION
NORMAL CALIBRE &DIRECTION OF FLOW IN PORTAL VEIN
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
T.LASILACTONE (50/20) PO/BD(1-0-1)
T.ECOSPIRIN-AV (75/10)PO/HS(0-0-1)
T.CARDIVAS 3.125MG PO/OD(1-0-0)
INJ ZOFER 4MG IV/SOS
T.LEVIPIL 250MG PO/BD(1-0-1)
.-3
..S,.
.-.
4
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD(1-0-1)
Advice at Discharge
REFER TO HIGHER CENTRE:
PT ATTENDERS HEVE EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION THAT IS
HYPERCOAGULABLE
STATE SECONDARY TO PROTEIN S DEFICIENCY .CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE WITH PORTAL
HYPERTENSION.S/P DECOMPRESSIVE CRANITOMY SECONDARY TO
CARDIOEMBOLIC
STROKE WITH LV CLOT.COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH LIKE
VARICEAL
BLEEDING,HYPOTENSION,ENCEPHALOPATHY,NEPHROPATHY &NEED
FOR
GASTROSURGEON EVALUATION &INTERVENTION FOR LIVER
TRANSPLANT SURGERY.THIS
CASE WAS DISCUSSED WITHY DR.KISHAN GASTROENTEROLOGIST @ KHL
&ADVISED
REFERRAL .SO PATIENT IS BEING REFERRED TO HIGHER CENTRE
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Case 10
50 year male
Diagnosis
1) DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
2) ? HEPATO RENAL SYNDROME
3) GRADE 4 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
4) INTERNAL HEMORRHOIDS SECONDARY TO PORTAL HYPERTENSION
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 20 DAYS
BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 15 DAYS
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 10 DAYS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 10 DAYS
BLOOD IN STOOLS SINCE SINCE 5 DAYS LOOSE STOOLS SINCE 4 DAYS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS :
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20DAYS AGO ,HE THEN
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE TO THE
PRESENT SIZE.NO COMPLAINTS OF PAIN ABDOMEN.BILATERAL PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 15
DAYS PITTING TYPE EXTENDING UPTO THE KNEE JOINT.DECRESED
URINE OUTPUT SINCE
10 DAYS. NO C/O BURNING MICTURITION.
.-1
..S,.
.-.
2
H/O SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 10 DAYS,INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND
GRADUALLY
PROGRESSED FROM GRADE 1 TO GRADE 3.SOB INCREASED ON EXERTION
AND RELIEVED
ON TAKING REST.NO ORTHOPNEA,NO PND.
BLOOD IN STOOLS SINCE 5 DAYS,BLOOD AT THE END OF
DEFECATION,NOT ASSOCIATED
WITH PAIN AND NO MASS PER RECTUM.
H/O LOOSE STOOLS SINCE 4 DAYS,4-5 EPISODES/DAY.
NO H/O FEVER,VOMITINGS,CHEST PAIN,GIDDINESS.
PAST HISTORY :
HISTORY OF JAUNDICE IN THE PAST -2 YEARS BACK AND 6 MONTHS
BACK AND WAS
MANAGED CONSERVATIVELY WITH MEDICATION.
K/C/O HTN SINCE 12 YEARS AND ON REGULAR MEDICATION
TAB.AMLONG 5MG
+TAB.ATENELOL 50MG
PERSONAL HISTORY ;
DIET : MIXED
APPETITE : DECREASED SINCE 20 DAYS
SLEEP : NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER : DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
NO ALLERGIES
ALCOHOLIC SINCE 25 YEARS AND STOPPED SINCE 20 DAYS
FAMILY HISTORY :INSIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS , COHERENT , COOPERATIVE
MODERATELY BUILT AND NOURISHED .
ICTERUS AND BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA PRESENT.
NO SIGNS OF PALLOR , CYANOSIS , CLUBBING ,LYMPHADENOPATHY.
VITALS :
TEMPERATURE: 98.4F
PR - 77BPM
BP - 110/70 MMHG
RR - 20 CPM
SPO2 - 97% ON ROOM AIR
GRBS - 117 MG%
.-2
..S,.
.-.
3
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
PER ABDOMEN :
INSPECTION :
ABDOMEN IS DISTENDED
UMBILICUS IS CENTRAL
ALL QUADRANTS ARE MOVING EQUALLY WITH RESPIRATION
NO SINUSES ,VISIBLE PULSATIONS .
PALPATION :
NO LOCAL RISE OF TEMPERATURE
NO TENDERNESS
ABDOMINAL GIRTH 102 CM
LIVER AND SPLEEN - NOT PALPABLE
PERCUSSION :
FLUID THRILL PRESENT
SHIFTING DULLNESS ABSENT
AUSCULTATION :
BOWEL SOUNDS ARE HEARD.
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM : S1 AND S2 HEARD.
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM : BILATERAL AIR ENTRY PRESENT ,NORMAL
VESICULAR BREATH
SOUNDS HEARD
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM: NFND
PSYCHIATRY REFERREL DONE I/V/O ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE :
ADVICE:
1. TAB.PREGABALIN 75MG PO HS
2. PATIENT &OD PSYCHOEDUCATED
3.BREIF PSYCHOTHERAPY DONE.
GENERAL SURGERY REFERRAL DONE I/V/O BLOOD IN STOOLS :
DIAGNOSIS : INTERNAL HAEMORRHOIDS ?SECONDARY TO PORTAL
HYPERTENSION
ADVICE :IF BLEED CONTINUES /INCREASES OR SIGNIFICANT DROP IN
HEMOGLOBIN
ADVICE BANDING OR SCLEROTHERAPY
.-3
..S,.
.-.
4
COURSE IN THE .:
PATIENT CAME WITH THE ABOVE COMPLAINTS. AFTER EVALUATING HIM
CLINICALLY AND
WITH APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATIONS, HE WAS FOUND TO HAVE
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE.
DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE AND AROUND
800 ML ASCITIC
FLUID WAS DRAWN OUT. PSYCHIATRIC REFERREL WAS TAKEN IN VIEW
OF ALCOHOL
DEPENDENCE AND ADVICE WAS FOLLOWED.SURGERY REFERRAL WAS DONE
I/V/O BLOOD
IN STOOLS AND THE ADVICE IS FOLLOWED. ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE AND
HE IS
DIAGNOSED TO HAVE GRADE 4 OESOPHAGEAL VARICES.THERAPEUTIC
ASCITIC TAP WAS
DONE AGAIN AND AROUD 500ML OF FLUID WAS DRAWN OUT. PATIENT
RECOVERED
SYMPTOMATICALLY AND DISCHARGED IN STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
HEMOGRAM :
ON 19/4/2023
HB- 11.1 GM/DL
TLC- 9500CELLS/CU.MM
PLT-1.25 LAKHS/CU.MM
PCV- 34.0
ON 24/4/2023 :
HB- 10.5 GM/DL
TLC- 5400CELLS/CU.MM
PLT-1.6 LAKHS/CU.MM
PCV- 32.0
USG ABDOMEN:
? CIRRHOSIS OF LIVER
RAISED ECHOGENICITY OF BILATERAL KIDNEYS
GROSS ASCITIS
SPLENOMEGALY
2D ECHO
NO RWMA. NO AS/MS. SCLEROTIC AV
TRIVIAL AR +/TR +. NO MR
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNTION, MILD LVH +, EF 68%
.-4
..S,.
.-.
5
GRADE 1 DIASTOLIC DYSFUNTION +, NO PAH, MINIMAL PE
ENDOSCOPY DONE ON 21/4/2023 :
GRADE 4 VARICES WITH 4 COLUMNS(HIGH GRADE ESOPHAGEAL
VARICES)
ASCITIC TAP :
SUGAR - 123MG/DL
PROTEIN - 1.2G/DL
LDH-38IU/L
SAAG :
SERUM ALBUMIN-2.5G/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN-0.55G/DL
SAAG -1.95
CELL COUNT - 100 CELLS
PAUCICELLULAR SMEAR SHOWS PREDOMINANTLY LYMPHOCYTES,FEW
MESOTHELIAL
CELLS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ.THIAMINE 200MG IN 100ML NS IV OD
INJ.PAN 40MG IV OD
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD
TAB.ALDACTONE 50MG PO OD
TAB.SPOROLAC DS PO TID
TAB.PREGABALIN 75MG PO HS
PROTEIN POWDER 2 TBSP IN A GLASS OF MILK/WATER
Advice at Discharge
TA.PAN 40MG PO OD BBF
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD X 2 WEEKS
TAB.ALDACTONE 50MG PO OD X 2 WEEKS
TAB.PREGABALIN 75MG PO HS
PROTEIN POWDER 2 TBSP IN A GLASS OF MILK/WATER X 2 WEEKS
REQUIRES ALBUMIN TRANSFUSION WITH LARGE VOLUME
PARACENTESIS/TIPPS I/V/O
REFRACTORY ASCITIS.
6 out of these 10 cases have expired
@Meta AI
Analyse the cases and
What are the
diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes in this patient
[14/05/25, 4:28:56 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Summary of
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Outcomes
⸻
1. Patient Profile
• Total patients: 10
• Gender: Mostly male (9/10), one
female
• Age range: 17–67 years
• Most common causes:
• Alcoholic liver disease (majority)
• NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver
disease) in 1 case
• Hypercoagulable state (protein S
deficiency) in 1 young patient
⸻
2. Common Presenting Symptoms
• Abdominal distension (ascites) →
10/10
• Bilateral pedal edema → 8/10
• Jaundice / icterus → ~7/10
• Shortness of breath → ~5/10
• Hepatic encephalopathy (grade I–III)
→ ~4/10
• GI bleeding (blood in stools,
variceal bleed) → ~3/10
• Weight loss, pruritus, lethargy →
few patients
⸻
3. Diagnostic Workup
• Ultrasound abdomen → coarse
echotexture, ascites, portal hypertension, splenomegaly
• Ascitic fluid analysis:
• High SAAG, low protein → portal
hypertension-related ascites
• Cell count → rule out spontaneous
bacterial peritonitis (SBP)
• Endoscopy → esophageal varices
(high-grade in some)
• Blood tests:
• LFT → elevated bilirubin, low
albumin, high INR
• CBC → anemia, thrombocytopenia
• RFT → AKI in some, nephrotic
syndrome in one
• Cardiac evaluation → some had
preserved EF with diastolic dysfunction
⸻
4. Treatment Outcomes
• General measures in all:
• Salt and fluid restriction
• Lactulose, rifaximin → for
encephalopathy
• Diuretics (furosemide,
spironolactone) → for ascites
• UDCA → for cholestatic injury
• Albumin, FFP transfusion → in
bleeding or low oncotic pressure states
• Specific interventions:
• Diagnostic and therapeutic
paracentesis → 6 patients
• Endoscopic variceal banding → ~2
patients
• Management of infections → IV
antibiotics in sepsis, SBP, urosepsis
• Management of AKI → renal support,
correction of electrolytes
• Comorbid management:
• Diabetes, hypertension,
hypothyroidism → treated as per guidelines
• Psychiatric support → for alcohol
dependence
⸻
5. Outcomes Observed
• Discharged stable with advice → ~4
patients
• Discharged against medical advice
(LAMA) → ~2–3 patients
• Referred to higher center for
transplant evaluation → 1–2 patients
• Mortality:
• 6 out of 10 patients died, mainly
due to:
• Hepatic encephalopathy
• Sepsis with MODS
• Acute kidney injury
• Variceal bleed
• Refractory ascites and malnutrition
⸻
6. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges
• Late-stage presentation (many
patients already in grade III–IV complications)
• Limited response to diuretics in
refractory ascites
• High rates of infection and sepsis
• Non-compliance with alcohol
abstinence in some cases
• Lack of access to advanced
interventions (TIPS, liver transplant) in some
⸻
7. Clinical Take-home Points
• Early detection and management of
portal hypertension and its complications are critical.
• Alcohol abstinence is key to
long-term survival.
• Nutritional support and infection
prevention improve quality of life.
• Hepatic encephalopathy requires
aggressive ammonia-lowering measures.
• Referral for transplant evaluation
should be considered early in selected patients.
⸻
Final Summary
In your 10-patient series of DCLD, most were
alcohol-related, presented late with advanced complications, and despite
optimal medical therapy, 60% (6/10) succumbed to liver-related complications.
Medical management focused on diuretics, ammonia-lowering agents, nutritional
support, and infection control. Mortality was driven by sepsis, encephalopathy,
and multiorgan failure, highlighting the need for early referral and possible
transplant consideration.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Coding: identify
initial codes and labels to capture the key concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
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Case no. 2
46 year male
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
PORTAL HYPERTENSION WITH HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY
GRADE1 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY GRADE 1WITH WITHDRAWAL TREMORS
Case History and Clinical Findings
45 YERS OLD MALE WAS BROUGHT TO THE CASUALITY WITH
COMPLAINTS OF INCREASED
INVOLUNTARY MOVEMENTS (TREMORS) SINCE 1 DYAND INCREASED
DROWSINESS SINCE
1 DAY
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 8MONTHS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED PEDAL
EDEMA ,SHORTNESS OF BREATH ,DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN,ITCHING OF
SKIN ,JAUNDICE
AND IS DIAGNOSED TO HAVE CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
WITH PORTAL
HYPERTENSION WITH ASCITES WITH GRADE1 ESOPHGEAL VARICES WITH
HYPERTENSION
SINCE 3 YEARS .PATIENT WAS ON REGULAR FOLLOW UP SINCE THEN
10DAYS BACK :SHORTNESS OF BREATH ANDF PEDAL EDEMAAND CAME TO
THE OPD FOR
FOLLOW UPAND IS ON CONSERVATIVE MANAGEMENT
3DAYS BACK:PATIENT HAD H/O FEVER ,LOWGRADE RELIEVED AFTER
TAKING
MEDICATIONS(DOLO650MG) NOT ASSOCIATED WITH
COLD/COUGH/VOMITINGS/LOOSE
STOOLS/PAIN ABDOMEN/HEADACHE
INCREASED DROWSINESS SINCE 1DAY:NO FALLS,NO HEADINJURIES,
NOSEIZYRE
ACTIVITY(UPROLLING EYE BALLS/TONGUE BITE)
H/O INVOLUNTARY MICTURATION AND DEFEACATION
TREMORS INCREASES WITH MOVEMENTS AND ABSENT AT REST
HYPERTENSION SINCE 4 YEARS AND ON MEDICATION(TAB.TELMA 40MG)
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET-MIXED
APPETITE -NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER - REGULAR
SLEEP-ADEQUATE
ADDICTIONS- REGULAR INTAKE SINE 15 YEARS ,STOPPED 6MONTHS
BACK
ALLERGIES- NONE
FAMILY HISTORY:
INSIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONSIOUS ,COHERNT ,COPERATIVE
NO PALLOR,ICTERUS,CYANOSIS,CLUBBING,LYMPHADENOPATHY
VITALS:
TEMP-AFEBRILE
BP- 120/70MMHG
RR-18CPM
GRBS-94MG/DL
SPO2-99% AT ROOM AIR
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS-S1 S2 HEARD NO MURMURS
CNS-NAD
RS-BAE+ NVBS
P/A -DISTENDED,SOFT NON TENDER,NO GUARDING,NO RIGIDITY,
HERNIAL ORIFICES
NORMAL
COURSE IN THE .-
PATIENT WAS INVESTIGATED FURTHER AND WAS TREATED
CONSERVATIVELY
PSYCHIATRY OPINION WAS ALSO TAKEN AND WAS PSCHYOEDUCATED AND
ADVISED
ALOCHOL ABSTINENCE.GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINION TAKEN AND
ENDOSCOPY DONE -
MILD PHG WITH GRADE 2 OESOPHAGEAL VARICES IN 2COLUMNS AND
GRADE1 IN 1
COLUMN AND WAS ADVISED REGARDING LIVER TRANSPLANTATION AND
THE SAME WAS
EXPLAINED TO TH PATIENT AN PATIENT ATTENDERS AND PATIENT WAS
DISVHARGED IN
STABLE CONDITION
Investigation
HAEMOGRAM 28/4/23,1/5/23,2/5/23,03/05/23
HB:9.1 ,7.3, 7.2, 7.0,
TLC:15000, 11000, 8440, 7350
PLATELETS :1.0LAKHS, 98000, 1LAKH, 84000
PCV:28.2 ,22.8, 21.8,15.0
USG (28/4/23)
IMPRESSION:IRREGULAR SURFACE WITH ALTERED ECHOTEXTURE OF
LIVER WITH FEW
LIENORENAL COLLATERALS
PORTAL VEIN NORMAL 13MM-PROMINENT
MINIMAL TO MILD ASCITIS
GALLBLADDER WALL EDEMATOUS
MILD SPLENOMEGALY
F/S/O: CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
2D ECHO 28/4/23
2D ECHO
TRIVAIL TR/AR,NO MITRAL REGURGITATION
NO RWMA,NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION
NO PAH/PE
2/5/23
PT:20SECS
INR:1.4
APTT:37SECS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ.OPTINEURON 1 AMPULE IN 100 ML NS IV OD
INJ.THIAMINE 100MG IN 100ML NS IV BD
TAB.TELMA 20MG PO/OD
TAB.RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
TAB.LASILACTONE 5/25 PO/OD
SYP. HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/BD
TAB.PROPRONOLOL 10MG PO/OD
TAB PAN 40 MG PO/OD BBF
FLUID RESTRICTION (2L/D)
SALT RESTRICTION (2G/D)
IV FLUIDS NS @ OUTPUT +30 ML/HR
INJ.VIT K 1AMP+100MLNS IV STAT
INJ.VIT K IM
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION (2L/D)
SALT RESTRICTION (2G/D)
AS ADIVISED BY GASTROENTEROLOGIST.
TAB.RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
SYP. HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/BD
TAB PAN 40 MG PO/OD BBF
TAB.TELMA 20MG PO/OD
TAB.PROPRONOLOL 10MG PO/OD
TAB.LASILACTONE 5/25 PO/OD
OROALBUMEN POWEDER 2TABLE SPOONS IN 1 GLASS OF WATER 3TIMES
A DAY.
This patient expired 1 year ago
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. Clinical Presentation:
- Portal
hypertension
- Chronic
decompensated liver disease
-
Hepatosplenomegaly
- Esophageal
varices
- Hepatic
encephalopathy
- Withdrawal
tremors
2. Radiological Findings:
- Irregular liver
surface
- Altered
echotexture of liver
- Lienorenal
collaterals
- Prominent portal
vein
- Minimal to mild
ascites
- Gallbladder wall
edema
- Mild
splenomegaly
3. Laboratory Findings:
- Anemia (low Hb)
- Thrombocytopenia
(low platelet count)
- Coagulopathy
(prolonged PT and INR)
4. Therapeutic Factors:
- Medications
(e.g., lactulose, rifaximin, propranolol)
- Fluid and salt
restriction
- Liver
transplantation advice
5. Outcomes:
- Patient expired
1 year ago
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Portal
hypertension
- Chronic liver
disease
- Hepatic
encephalopathy
- Withdrawal
symptoms
2. *Radiological Factors:*
- Liver morphology
- Portal vein and
collaterals
- Ascites and
splenomegaly
3. *Laboratory Factors:*
- Anemia and
thrombocytopenia
- Coagulopathy
4. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medications and
lifestyle modifications
- Liver
transplantation
5. *Outcomes:*
- Mortality
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Variability in Clinical Presentation:* Portal
hypertension patients can present with diverse clinical features, including
hepatic encephalopathy, esophageal varices, and withdrawal symptoms.
2. *Importance of Radiological Findings:* Radiological
findings, such as liver morphology and portal vein collaterals, play a crucial
role in diagnosing and managing portal hypertension.
3. *Laboratory Findings:* Laboratory findings, including
anemia, thrombocytopenia, and coagulopathy, can indicate disease severity and
impact management decisions.
4. *Therapeutic Challenges:* Managing portal hypertension
requires a multifaceted approach, including medications, lifestyle
modifications, and liver transplantation.
5. *Outcome Predictors:* Factors such as disease severity,
comorbidities, and treatment adherence can influence patient outcomes.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Portal hypertension patients require comprehensive
evaluation, including clinical, radiological, and laboratory assessments.
2. Therapeutic strategies should be tailored to individual
patient needs, considering disease severity, comorbidities, and treatment
adherence.
3. Liver transplantation may be necessary for advanced
cases.
4. Early detection and management of complications, such as
hepatic encephalopathy and esophageal varices, can improve outcomes.
5. Further research is needed to identify predictors of
mortality and develop targeted interventions.
*New Insights:*
1. The importance of considering withdrawal symptoms in
portal hypertension patients with a history of substance abuse.
2. The potential role of radiological findings in predicting
disease progression and outcomes.
3. The need for personalized treatment approaches, taking
into account individual patient characteristics and comorbidities.
These insights highlight the complexity of portal
hypertension and the need for a multidisciplinary approach to manage this
condition effectively.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Coding: identify
initial codes and labels to capture the key concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
And @867051314767696 let us know new new insights about the
topic and case rather than what we already know
39 years old male
Case no. 3
Admission date 02/10/2023
Discharge date
06/10/23
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
SUBACUTE BACTERIAL PERITONITIS
ANEMIA SECONDARY TO NUTRITIONAL ? B12 DEFICIENCY
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O PAIN ABDOMEN
YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION
PEAL EDEMA SINCE ONE MONTH
HOPI :
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ALRIGHT 1 MONTH BACK THEN HE HAD PAIN
ABDOMEN IN THE
EPIGASTRIC REGION AND UMBILICAL REGION WHICH IS TWISTING
TYPE OF PAIN , NON
RADIATING , NOT AOCIATED WITH NAUSEA , VOITINGS , OR LOOSE
STOOLS
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE ONE MONTH
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH WHICH IS PITTING TYPE
FEVER + SINCE 1O DAYS , LOW GRADE , ONLY EVENING RISE OF
TEMPERATURE
NO CHEST PAIN , SOB , PALPIATIONS .
NO MALENA , HEMATURIA , HEMATEMESIS
PAST HISTORY :
N/K/C/O DM , HTN , THYROID DIORDERS , CVA , CAD
PERSONAL HISTORY:
MIXED DIET
APPETITE IS NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER - REGULAR
ADDICTIONS: ALCOHOLIC SNCE 20 YEARS [DAILY 90ML}
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS,COHERENT,COOPERATIVE
PALLOR+
NO SIGNS OF PALLOR,ICTERUS,CLUBBING,CYANOSIS
,LYMPHADENOPATHY,EDEMA
VITALS-
TEMP- 98.5
PR- 98 BPM
RR- 18CPM
BP-110/60MMHG
SPO2- 98% AT RA
NO CHEST PAIN , SOB , PALPIATIONS .
NO MALENA , HEMATURIA , HEMATEMESIS
Investigation
HB : 7.1
PCV : 21.2
TLC : 5000
RBC : 2.04
PLATEELET COUNT : 1.5
PT : 18 SECINRV: 1.33
APTT : 35
SEROLOGY : NEGATIVE
RBS : 142
RFT :
UREA : 21
CREATININE : 0.8
2/10/23 4/10/23
NA : 136 137
K : 3.7 3.8
CL: 98 104
LFT : 2/10/23 3/10/23
TB: 3.17 2.40
DB : 1,.64 1.94
AST:58 47
ALT : 28 22
ALP :263 251
TP :6.2 6.4
ALBUMIN : 2.2 2.76
A/G : 0.55 0.76
CA IONIZED : 1.01 1.20
ASCITIC FLUID CYTOLOGY :
SHOWS PREDOMINANTLY DEGENERATED NEUTROPHILS , FEW
LYMPHOCYTES ,
MESOTHELIAL CELLS IN AN PROTIACIOUS BACKGROUND
NO EVIDENCE OF ATYPICAL CELLS
ASCITIC FLUID SUGAR- 171 MG/DL
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN- 1.5 GM/DL
ASCITIC FLUID LDH-207 IU/L
CELL COUNT OF ASCITIC FLUID:
APPEARS CLEAR
COLOR-PALE YELLOW
TOTAL COUNT-300 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS-70%
LYMPHOCYTES- 30%
RBC-NIL
FEW MESOTHELIAL CELLS SEEN
VOLUME - 2ML
SERUM ALBUMIN - 2.2 GM/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN - 0.4 GM/DL
SAAG- 1.8
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LITRES /DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2 G /DAY
3. INJ PAN 40 MG IV /OD
4. INJ CEFOTAXIME 2 GM IV /TID X 4DAYS
5.INJ VITCOFOL 2500 MG IM/OD X
6.TAB . LASIX 20 MG PO /BD
7.TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD
8.TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO /BD
9.2-3 EGG WHITES /DAY
Advice at Discharge
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LITRES /DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2 G /DAY
3. TAB.PAN 40 MG IV /OD X 3 DAYS
4.TAB.TAXIM 200MG PO/BD X 3 DAYS
5.TAB.LASIX 20MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK
6.INJ.VITCOFOL (2500MG)
ALTERNATE DAY X 1 WEEK
WEEKLY ONCE X 1 MONTH
MONTHLY ONCE X 3MONTHS
7.TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK
8.TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO /BD X 1 WEEK
9.2-3 EGG WHITES /DAY
On Follow up in march 2025 - patient reported he is doing
fine
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. Clinical Presentation:
- Abdominal pain
- Jaundice
- Abdominal
distension
- Pedal edema
- Fever
2. Diagnosis:
- Decompensated
chronic liver disease
- Subacute
bacterial peritonitis
- Anemia (likely
due to nutritional deficiency, possibly B12 deficiency)
3. Treatment:
- Fluid and salt
restriction
- Medications
(e.g., pantoprazole, cefotaxime, furosemide, ursodeoxycholic acid)
- Vitamin B12
supplementation
4. Outcomes:
- Patient reported
doing fine on follow-up in March 2025
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Symptoms
(abdominal pain, jaundice, abdominal distension, pedal edema, fever)
- Diagnosis
(decompensated chronic liver disease, subacute bacterial peritonitis, anemia)
2. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medications
(pantoprazole, cefotaxime, furosemide, ursodeoxycholic acid)
- Vitamin B12
supplementation
- Fluid and salt
restriction
3. *Outcomes:*
- Patient's
response to treatment (reported doing fine on follow-up)
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Complexity of Decompensated Liver Disease:* The case
highlights the complexity of managing decompensated liver disease, including
addressing complications like subacute bacterial peritonitis and anemia.
2. *Importance of Nutritional Deficiency Correction:* The
case suggests that correcting nutritional deficiencies, such as possible B12
deficiency, is crucial in managing anemia in patients with liver disease.
3. *Multifaceted Treatment Approach:* The treatment plan
involves a combination of medications, lifestyle modifications (fluid and salt
restriction), and nutritional supplementation.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Decompensated liver disease requires a comprehensive
treatment approach, addressing both the underlying liver disease and its
complications.
2. Nutritional deficiencies, such as B12 deficiency, should
be identified and corrected in patients with liver disease.
3. Subacute bacterial peritonitis is a potential
complication in patients with liver disease and should be promptly treated with
antibiotics.
4. Long-term follow-up and management are crucial in
patients with liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.
*New Insights:*
1. The importance of considering nutritional deficiencies in
patients with liver disease and addressing them as part of the treatment plan.
2. The potential role of vitamin B12 supplementation in
managing anemia in patients with liver disease.
3. The need for a multidisciplinary approach in managing
decompensated liver disease, involving hepatology, nutrition, and other
specialties.
These insights highlight the importance of a comprehensive
and multifaceted approach in managing decompensated liver disease, addressing
both the underlying liver disease and its complications.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case no. 4
59 years male
admission -09/01/24
discharge 12/01/24
Follow up - alive
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE WITH
THROMBOCYTOPENIA
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 5DAYS
FACIAL PUFFINESS 4DAYS
TREMORS IN B/L UPPER LIMBS SINCE 1YR
CHEST THIGHTNESS SINCE 10DAYS
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 5DAYS BACK THEN HE DEVELOPED
B/L PEDAL
EDEMA PITTING TYPE UPTO KNEE INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE
AGGRAVATED ON WALKING AND NO RELIEVING FACTORS A/W FACIAL
PUFFINESS SINCE 4
DAYS
H/O TREMORS SINCE 1YR
H/O CHEST THIGHTNESS SINCE 10DAYS
NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN PAST
NO KNOWN COMORBIDITIES.
\
PALLOR, ICTERUS, CUBBING, CYANOSIS, LYMPHADENOPATHY,EDEMA-
ABSENT
VITALS-
TEMPERATURE AFEBRILE
RR-24CPM
PR- 72BPM
BP-90/60MMHG
SPO2-95%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS- S1 S2 HEARD, NO ADDED MURMURS.
RS- BAE+, NORMAL VESICULAR BREATH SOUNDS
CNS - NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICIT.
P/A- SOFT, NON TENDER, NO ORGANOMEGALY.
USG DONE ON 9/1/24
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER WITH IRREGULAR SURFACE
MILD ASCITES
F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
GASTRO REFERAL WAS DONE ON 12/1/24
ADV: TAB NUSAM 400MG
Investigation
NameValueRangeNameValueRangeCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
09-01-2024
11:15:AM COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS1-2RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilLIVER FUNCTION
TEST (LFT) 09-01-2024 11:16:AM Total Bilurubin1.54 mg/dl1-0
mg/dlDirect Bilurubin1.32 mg/dl0.2-
0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)53 IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)23 IU/L45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATE490
IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS8.5 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN3.25 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G
RATIO0.62RFT 09-01-2024 11:16:AM UREA39 mg/dl42-12
mg/dlCREATININE1.0 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlURIC ACID5.2 mg/dl7.2-3.5 mg/dlCALCIUM9.8 mg/dl10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS3.2
mg/dl4.5-2.5 mg/dlSODIUM138 mEq/L145-136 mEq/LPOTASSIUM3.6
mEq/L5.1-3.5
mEq/LCHLORIDE102 mEq/L98-107 mEq/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION
(CUE) 09-01-2024
05:57:PM COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
Follow up - patient is doing well
@867051314767696
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. *Clinical Presentation:*
- Pedal edema
- Facial puffiness
- Tremors in upper
limbs
- Chest tightness
2. *Diagnosis:*
- Chronic
decompensated alcoholic liver disease
- Thrombocytopenia
3. *Radiological Findings:*
- Coarse
echotexture of liver with irregular surface
- Mild ascites
4. *Laboratory Findings:*
- Abnormal liver
function tests (LFTs)
- Low albumin
levels
5. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medication (tab
Nusam 400mg)
- Gastro referral
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Symptoms (pedal
edema, facial puffiness, tremors, chest tightness)
- Diagnosis
(chronic decompensated alcoholic liver disease, thrombocytopenia)
2. *Radiological Factors:*
- Liver morphology
(coarse echotexture, irregular surface)
- Ascites
3. *Laboratory Factors:*
- Liver function
tests (LFTs)
- Albumin levels
4. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medication (tab
Nusam 400mg)
- Gastro referral
5. *Outcomes:*
- Patient is doing
well on follow-up
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Variability in Clinical Presentation:* Patients with
chronic decompensated liver disease can present with diverse symptoms,
including pedal edema, facial puffiness, tremors, and chest tightness.
2. *Importance of Radiological Findings:* Radiological
findings, such as liver morphology and ascites, play a crucial role in
diagnosing and managing liver disease.
3. *Laboratory Findings:* Laboratory findings, including
LFTs and albumin levels, can indicate disease severity and impact management
decisions.
4. *Therapeutic Challenges:* Managing chronic decompensated
liver disease requires a multifaceted approach, including medication and gastro
referral.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Chronic decompensated liver disease can present with a
range of symptoms, including pedal edema, facial puffiness, tremors, and chest
tightness.
2. Radiological findings, such as liver morphology and
ascites, are essential in diagnosing and managing liver disease.
3. Laboratory findings, including LFTs and albumin levels,
can indicate disease severity and impact management decisions.
4. A multifaceted approach, including medication and gastro
referral, is necessary to manage chronic decompensated liver disease.
5. Regular follow-up is crucial to monitor patient outcomes
and adjust treatment plans as needed.
These learning points highlight the importance of a
comprehensive approach to managing chronic decompensated liver disease,
including clinical, radiological, and laboratory evaluation, as well as
therapeutic interventions.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case no. 5
41 year male
admission 21/3/24
discharge 23/3/24
follow up - patient expired Diagnosis SEPTIC SHOCK WITH MODS
WITH DIC ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY ALCOHOLIC LIVER
DISEASE SEVERE ANEMIA SECONARY TO ? GI BLEED S/P ENDOTRACHEAL INTUBATION
[DAY-0] ON MECHANICAL VENTILATION Case History and Clinical Findings PT WAS
BROUGHT TO CASUALITY IN ALTERED STATE SINCE YESTERDAY MORNING PT WAS APPARENTLY
ASSYMPTOMATIC UNTILL YESTERDAY MORNING DEVELOPED ALTERED SENSORIUM , INSIDIOUS
ONSET , NOT ORIENTED TO TIME , PLACE , PERSON , CONSCIOUS , NON COOPERATIVE H/O
VOMITING 2 EPISODES , GREENISH COLOUR H/O LOOSE STOOL, SINCE 2 DAYS , 4
EPISODES WATERY CONSISTENCY H/O LOSS OF APPETITE SINCE 2 DAYS , H/O INADEQUATE
SLEEP SINCE SINCE 3 DAYS NO H/O FEVER , NO H/O DECREASED URINE OUTPUT NO H/O
SEIZURE ACTIVITY K/C/O ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION SINCE 9
MONTHS , STOPPED MEDICATION 10 DAYS BACK N/K/C/O DM, HTN , TB , EPILEPSY ,
ASTHMA GENERAL EXAMINATION PT CONSCIOUS , INCOHERENT , NON COOPERATIVE AFEBRILE
PR-94BPM BP- 130/90 MMHG CVS- S1S2 + RS - BAE + CNS - R L TONE UL + + LL + +
POWER - COULDNT ELICIT REFLEXES B +2 +2 T +2 +2 S +2 +2 K +3 +3 A +1 +`1 P E E
PUPIL - REACTIVE TO LIGHT COURSE IN . 41 YR OLD MALE WAS BROUGHT TO CASUALITY
IN ALTERED STATE , VITALS AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION PT CONSCIOUS , INCOHERENT ,
NON COOPERATIVE , PR -94BPM , BP- - 130/70 MMHG , GRBS- 139 MG/DL , SPO2 - 98%
ON RA , PT WAS EVALUATED ACCORDINGLY AND DIAGNOSED AS ALTERED SENSORIUM
SECONDARY TO ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE , PT WAS TREATED ACCORDINGLY COAGULATION
PROFILE WAS DERANGED SO 6. PACKETS OF FFP WERE TRANSFUSED AND DUE TO FALLING HB
1 PACKET PRBC WAS TRANSFUSED , MRI WAS DONE I/V/O INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGES NO ABNORMALITY
WAS DETECTED ,ON DAY 3 MORNING ENDOTRACHEAL INTUBATION WAS DONE I/V/O FALLING
SATURATIONS AND LOW GCS AND TREATMENT WAS CONTINUED ACCORDINGLY . PT ATTENDERS
WERE EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION OF THE PT AND NEED FOR FURTHER TREATMENT AND
STAY IN THE . BUT PT ATTENDERS ARE NOT WILLING TO STAY AND WANT TO LEAVE
AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE . Investigation POST LUNCH BLOOD SUGAR 21-03-2024
11:33:AM 134 mg/dl 140-0 mg/dlSERUM CREATININE 21-03-2024 11:33:AM 1.0 mg/dl
1.3-0.9 mg/dlBLOOD UREA 21-03-2024 11:33:AM 70 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dlLIVER FUNCTION
TEST (LFT) 21-03-2024 11:33:AMTotal Bilurubin 19.30 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 10.4 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 411 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 115
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 201 IU/L 128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS 6.1 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 3.0 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.96HBsAg-RAPID
21-03-2024 11:33:AM NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 21-03-2024 11:33:AM Non
ReactiveSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 21-03-2024 11:35:AMSODIUM 134 mmol/L
145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.0 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 103 mmol/L 98-107
mmol/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 21-03-2024 06:54:PMCOLOUR Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN NilSUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 10-20EPITHELIAL CELLS 3-4RED BLOOD CELLS
loadedCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Bacteria seenLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 22-03-2024 12:07:AMTotal Bilurubin 19.62 mg/dl 1-0
mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 14.22 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 325 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 114 IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 190 IU/L 128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.1 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 3.08 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO
1.02STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD 22-03-2024 12:08:AM Positive (+ve)COMPLETE URINE
EXAMINATION (CUE) 22-03-2024 04:18:PMCOLOUR Pale yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION
AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN NilSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS
CELLS 2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS fewRED BLOOD CELLS 4-5CRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Bacteria seenBLOOD UREA 22-03-2024 11:46:PM 113 mg/dl
42-12 mg/dlSERUM CREATININE 22-03-2024 11:46:PM 1.4 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 22-03-2024 11:46:PMSODIUM 139 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.1 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 98 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 22-03-2024 11:46:PMTotal Bilurubin 19.81 mg/ dl 1-0
mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 12.85 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 299 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 111 IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 125 IU/L 128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 5.5 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.88 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO
1.10ABG 23-03-2024 03:24:AMPH 7.382PCO2 16.6PO2 110HCO3 9.6St.HCO3 12.3BEB
-15.1BEecf -14.7TCO2 21.9O2 Sat 98.6O2 Count 4.6ABG 23-03-2024 09:20:AMPH
7.39PCO2 19.2PO2 222HCO3 11.4St.HCO3 14.0BEB -12.9BEecf - 12.6TCO2 25.8O2 Sat
99.7O2 Count 5.8 CBP-21/3/24 HB- 6.2 TC- 7200 PCV- 16.9 CBP- 22/3/24 HB- 4.8
TC- 6000 PLT-40000 LDH- 139 RETIC COUNT- 0.9 TROP I - 48.6 USG- ABDOMEN AND
PELVIS PORTAL HYPERTENSION MILD SPLENOMEGALY GRADE 2 FATTY LIVER MILD ASCITES [
FEW MESENTRIC COLLATERALS NOTED IN RT HYPOCHONDRIUM ] 2D ECHO NO RWMA EF-68%
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION IVC - 1.08 COLLAPSING
SCLEROTIC AV MRI - BRAIN - NO ABNORMALITY DETECTED SERUM LACTATE -23.3
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name) GIVEN RT FEEDS 2ND HRLY IVF NS @ 50
ML/HR INJ . NORAD 10.16 MGS /ML @ 12 ML /HR TO MAINTAIN MAP >65 INJ.
DOBUTAMINE 15 MG ML @ 3.2 ML /HR TO MAINTAIN MAP INJ.VASOPRESSIN 2ML /HR INJ .
CEFOTAXIME 2GM IV BD INJ VIT K 1 AMP IV OD INJ .MEROPENEM IV 1GM BD INJ.
METROGYL IV TID INJ.PAN 40 MG IV /OD INJ .THIAMINE 250 G IV BD INJ. ATRACURIUM
[1MG/ML] @ 5 ML /HR INJ. TRANEXAMIC ACID 1GM IV BD INJ . OCTREOTIDE 50 MG IV
TIA T.RIFAGUT 550 MG RT BD T.UDILIV 300 MG RT BD T.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG RT OD SYP
.LACTULOSE 15 MG RT BD SYP. HEPAMERZ 20 ML RT TID Advice at Discharge PT
ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION OF PT I.E SEPTIC SHOCK WITH
MODS WITH DIC . ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY ,
ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE , SEVERE ANEMIA S/P ET INTUBATION [ DAY-0] ON MECHANICAL
VENTILATION AND COMPLICATION A/W IT I.E RISK OF DEATH , AND NEED FOR FURTHER
MANAGEMENT AND . STAY . BUT PT ATTENDER ARE NOT WILLING TO STAY AND WANT TO
LEAVE AGAINST MEDICAL ADVISE ,. DOCTOR AND . ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
UNTOWARD EVENT
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concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
And @867051314767696 let us know new new insights about the
topic and case rather than what we already know
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. *Clinical Presentation:*
- Altered
sensorium
- Septic shock
- Multi-organ
dysfunction syndrome (MODS)
- Disseminated
intravascular coagulation (DIC)
2. *Diagnosis:*
- Alcoholic liver
disease
- Hepatic
encephalopathy
- Severe anemia
- Portal
hypertension
3. *Radiological Findings:*
- Mild
splenomegaly
- Grade 2 fatty
liver
- Mild ascites
- No abnormality
detected on MRI brain
4. *Laboratory Findings:*
- Abnormal liver
function tests (LFTs)
- Low albumin
levels
- Coagulopathy
- High lactate
levels
5. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Mechanical
ventilation
- Vasopressors
(noradrenaline, dobutamine, vasopressin)
- Antibiotics
(cefotaxime, meropenem)
- Blood
transfusions
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Symptoms
(altered sensorium, septic shock, MODS, DIC)
- Diagnosis
(alcoholic liver disease, hepatic encephalopathy, severe anemia)
2. *Radiological Factors:*
- Liver morphology
(fatty liver, splenomegaly)
- Ascites
3. *Laboratory Factors:*
- Liver function
tests (LFTs)
- Albumin levels
- Coagulation
profile
4. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Mechanical
ventilation
- Vasopressors
- Antibiotics
- Blood
transfusions
5. *Outcomes:*
- Patient expired
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Complexity of Portal Hypertension:* Patients with portal
hypertension can present with complex clinical features, including septic
shock, MODS, and DIC.
2. *Importance of Early Intervention:* Early intervention,
including mechanical ventilation and vasopressors, may be crucial in managing
patients with septic shock and MODS.
3. *Impact of Underlying Liver Disease:* Underlying liver
disease can impact patient outcomes, including increased risk of mortality.
4. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Patients with portal
hypertension require multidisciplinary care, including hepatology, critical
care, and other specialties.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Portal hypertension patients can present with complex
clinical features, including septic shock, MODS, and DIC.
2. Early intervention, including mechanical ventilation and
vasopressors, may be crucial in managing patients with septic shock and MODS.
3. Underlying liver disease can impact patient outcomes,
including increased risk of mortality.
4. Multidisciplinary care is essential in managing patients
with portal hypertension.
5. Regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans are
crucial to optimize patient outcomes.
*New Insights:*
1. The importance of considering septic shock and MODS in
patients with portal hypertension presenting with altered sensorium.
2. The potential role of vasopressors in managing patients
with septic shock and MODS.
3. The impact of underlying liver disease on patient
outcomes, including increased risk of mortality.
These insights highlight the complexity of managing patients
with portal hypertension and the need for a multidisciplinary approach to
optimize patient outcomes.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case no. 6
65 year old male
Admission - 20/12/2023
Discharge - 26/12/2023
Follow up - patient expired
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE;
HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN ASCITES SECONDARY TO ALCOHOLIC LIVER
CIRRHOSIS WITH
GRADE 3 ENCEPHALOPATHY
B/L LOWER LIMB SWELLING (GRADE III);
HYPERVOLUEMIC HYPONATREMIA;
HYPOKALEMIA SECONDARY TO CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE;
K/C/O CVA- MONOPLEGIA (RIGHT UPPERLIMB) WITH DEVIATION OF
MOUTH TO LEFT 15
YEARS AGO .
K/C/O DIABETIS MELLITUS 10 YEARS AGO.
K/C/O HTN 10 YEARS AGO.
Case History and Clinical Findings
PRESENTING COMPLAINTS:C/O Abdominal distension and B/L Lower
limb swelling since 1 1/2
month.C/O Breathlessness since a month.
HOPI:A 65 year male, a potato chip vendor, resident of
Bhongiri, was bought to causality with
complaints of abdominal distension since 1 1/2 month,
gradually progressive, not associated with
pain. History of Bilateral lower limb swelling since 1 1/2
month, insidious onset gradually progressive,
pitting type of grade 2. History of breathlessness of grade
II to III MMRC, since a month, insidious
onset, gradually progressive, no seasonal or diurnal
variation. No history of chest pain, decreased
urine output, PND, Orthopnea, fever, cold, cough. Now
admitted for further management and
treatment.
PAST ILLNESS:History of head injury to occipital region
which was self healed, pt had altered
behaviour for 6 months.History of CVA - Monoplegia (right
upper limb associated with deviation of
mouth to left 15 years ago; used anti coagulants for 5 years
and stopped.K/C/O HTN since 6 years,
on TAB. AMLODIPINE 5mg/PO/OD at 8 AMK/C/O T2DM since 6 years
on TAB. GLIMEPIRIDE 2mg+
METFORMIN 1000mg/PO/OD at 8 AM.PERSONAL HISTORY:
Decreased appetiteRegular bowel and bladderNo
allergiesAlcoholic since the age of 17, takes 160
ML BRANDY till 22 nd sep from 1 st October 90 ml once in 4
days.Smoker since age of 17, initially 36
beedi for a day till 1 st October now 1 beedi per day.
COURSE IN THE .:
A 65 year male clinically presented with above mentioned
complaints. Upon admission after initial
examination necessary investigations were done. after
explaining the condition and further workup to
the patient and his attendees, diagnostic abdominal
paracentesis was done, which showed thick
straw coloured fluid followed by therapeutic paracentesis
was done and sent for analysis. Ascitic fluid:
LDH 141 IU/L; Amylase 151 IU/L; Sugar 124 mg/dl; Protein 0.2
mg/dl; Serum Albumin 2.5 mg/dl;
Ascitic Albumin 0.11 mg/dl; SAAG 2.49. His serum osmolality
266 mOsm/kg; Spot urinary: Na+ 142
mmol/l; K+ 151 mmol/l; Cl- 176 mmol/l . Hb 10.5 gr/dl; PCV
32.2; TLC 6100 cellsmm3; Platelet count
1.5 lakhs/mm3.
He was started on IV Antibiotics, Loop diuretics, Oral
Rifiximine, Pottasium supplements and other
Liver supportive medications.
USG Abdomen was domne on 13/12/2022 which showed:
1. Liver : 12.8 cms , normal size and coarse echotexture, No
IHBRD, Gall bladder wall edema (5mm),
Portal vein 11mm showing hepatopetal and biphasic pattern.
2. Spleen 2.6 cms with normla size and echotexture,
3. Right kidney of 9.6 * 5.4 cms and Left Kidney 9.3 * 5.2
cms with normal size and echotexture, CMD
maibntained and
2d echo findings
no rwma
mild TR + ,TRIVIAL MR+
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION + NO PE
EF 60% MILD AS AND AR POSITIVE
IVC SIZE 1 CMS COLLAPSING
AT PRESENT HEMOGRAM FINDINGS
HB 9.7
TC 10,300 , N/L/M/E/ 90/03/06/01 PCV 30.5 RBC 3.25 ,PLT 1.20
PT 14 ,INR 1.0 ,APTT 29
PATIENT AND PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE
PATIENT
CONDITION THAT IS ALTERED SENOSRIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY,
DIAGNOSED WITH DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE AND VARIOUS
COMPLICATIONS THAT
MAY ARISE, INCLUDING THE MORTALITY OF THE PATIENT IN THEIR
OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE LANGUAGE BUT THEY DENIED FURTHER . STAY AND
TREATMENT AND UNDER LEAVING AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE DUE THEIR
PERSONAL
REASONS.
. STAFF, DOCTORS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DETORIATION OF
THE
PATIENT CONDITION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1 TAB. RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD
2 TAB. ALDACTONE 50MG PO BD
3 TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD
4 TAB. HEPAMERZ 500MG PO OD
5 TAB. AMLONG 5MG PO OD
6 TAB.FOLIC ACID 5MG PO OD
7 TAB.BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO BD
8 INJ. HYDROCORT 100MG IV BD
9 INJ. HUMAN ACTRAPID INSULIN S/C TID ACCORDING TO GRBS
10 SYP.POTKLOR 15ML/PO/TID IN 1 GLASS OF WATER
11 INJ.MONOCEF 1GM IV BD
12 SYP.LACTULOSE 30ML PO TID
13 GRBS MONITORING 6TH HOURLY
14 NEB.IPRAVENT 8TH HOURLY
Advice at Discharge
PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE PATEINT
CONDITION THAT IS
ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
DIAGNOSED WITH
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVE DISEASE AND VARIOUS COMPLIACTIONS
THAT MAY
ARISE INCLUDING MORTALITY OF THE PATIENT IN THEIR OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE
LANGUAGE BUT THEY DENIED FURTHER . STAY AND TREATMENT AND
ARE
LEAVING AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE DUE TO THEIR OWN PERSONAL
REASONS
. STAFF DOCTORS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DETORIATION OF
PATIENT
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patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
And @867051314767696 let us know new new insights about the
topic and case rather than what we already know
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. *Clinical Presentation:*
- Abdominal
distension
- Bilateral lower
limb swelling
- Breathlessness
- Altered
sensorium
2. *Diagnosis:*
- Chronic
decompensated liver disease
- High SAAG low
protein ascites
- Alcoholic liver
cirrhosis
- Grade 3
encephalopathy
- Hypervolemic
hyponatremia
- Hypokalemia
3. *Radiological Findings:*
- Coarse
echotexture of liver
- Portal vein 11mm
showing hepatopetal and biphasic pattern
- Mild
splenomegaly
- Gallbladder wall
edema
4. *Laboratory Findings:*
- Low serum
albumin
- High SAAG
- Low ascitic
protein
- Abnormal liver
function tests
5. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- IV antibiotics
- Loop diuretics
- Oral rifaximine
- Potassium
supplements
- Liver supportive
medications
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Symptoms
(abdominal distension, bilateral lower limb swelling, breathlessness, altered
sensorium)
- Diagnosis
(chronic decompensated liver disease, high SAAG low protein ascites, alcoholic
liver cirrhosis)
2. *Radiological Factors:*
- Liver morphology
(coarse echotexture)
- Portal vein and
ascites
3. *Laboratory Factors:*
- Liver function
tests
- Serum albumin
- Ascitic fluid
analysis
4. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medications (IV
antibiotics, loop diuretics, oral rifaximine)
- Supplements
(potassium)
5. *Outcomes:*
- Patient expired
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Complexity of Decompensated Liver Disease:* Patients
with decompensated liver disease can present with complex clinical features,
including ascites, encephalopathy, and electrolyte imbalances.
2. *Importance of Early Intervention:* Early intervention,
including diuretics and liver supportive medications, may be crucial in
managing patients with decompensated liver disease.
3. *Impact of Underlying Liver Disease:* Underlying liver
disease can impact patient outcomes, including increased risk of mortality.
4. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Patients with
decompensated liver disease require multidisciplinary care, including
hepatology, critical care, and other specialties.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Decompensated liver disease can present with complex
clinical features, including ascites, encephalopathy, and electrolyte
imbalances.
2. Early intervention, including diuretics and liver
supportive medications, may be crucial in managing patients with decompensated
liver disease.
3. Underlying liver disease can impact patient outcomes,
including increased risk of mortality.
4. Multidisciplinary care is essential in managing patients
with decompensated liver disease.
5. Regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans are
crucial to optimize patient outcomes.
*New Insights:*
1. The importance of considering decompensated liver disease
in patients presenting with ascites and encephalopathy.
2. The potential role of rifaximine in managing hepatic
encephalopathy.
3. The impact of underlying liver disease on patient
outcomes, including increased risk of mortality.
These insights highlight the complexity of managing patients
with decompensated liver disease and the need for a multidisciplinary approach
to optimize patient outcomes.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case no.7
61 year old male
Admission - 31/03/23
Discharge -4/4/23
Follow up- patient expired
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION[ASCITIS + HEPATOSPLEENOMEGALY]
WITH CHRONIC HEPATITIS B[HBSAG POSITIVE]
WITH HEPATORENAL SYNDROME TYPE 2
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS;
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION AND DISCOMFORT SINCE 3 MONTHS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 2 MONTHS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS;
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC UNTIL 3 MONTHS AGO.THEN
HE HAD
COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT AND DISTENSION SINCE 3
MONTHS,SUDDEN IN
ONSET,GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE ACCOMPANIED WITH BLOATING
SENSATION AND
TIGHTNESS; SOB AGGRAVATED AFTER HAVING FOOD; NO H/O
CHESTPAIN ; PALPITATIONS
; ORTHOPNEA AND PND
HISTORY OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS 3 MONTHS AGO,ASCITIC TAP WAS
DONE
COMPLAINTS OF LOSS OF APETITE
HISTORY OF LOWER ABDOMINAL PAIN 5 MONTHS AGO
NO COMPLAINTS OF DECREASED OR INCREASED URINE OUTPUT,BURNING
MICTURATION,CHEST
PAIN,ORTHOPNEA,PND,SWEATING,PALPITATIONS,COUGH,COLD,LOOSE
STOOLS,CONSTIPATION,NAUSEA,VOMITINGS
PAST HISTORY;
HISTORY OF JAUNDICE 2 YEARS AGO,USED HERBAL MEDICATION
NOT A KNOWN CASE OF DM,HTN,TB,ASTHMA,EPILEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY;
DIET;MIXED
APETITE;NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER;REGULAR
ADDICTIONS; PATIENT WAS AN OCASSIONAL ALCOHOLIC SINCE 20
YEARS AND FROM THE
AGE OF 40 HE HAS BEEN A REGULAR ALCOHOLIC. HE DRINKS LOCAL
SARA AND STOPPED
5 MONTHS BACK
GENERAL EXAMINATION;
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS.COHERANT.COOPERATIVE,MODERATELY BUILT
AND
MODERATELY NOURISHED
PALLOR PRESENT
NO ICTERUS,CYANOSIS,CLUBBING,LYMPHADENOPATHY,PEDAL EDEMA
VITALS;
TEMPERATURE;98.6F
PR;83BPM
RR;18CPM
BP;110/60MMHG
SPO2;99 PERCENT AT ROOM AIR
GRBS;90MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION;
CVS;S1 AND S2 HEARD
RS;BILATERAL AIR ENTRY PRESENT,NVBS
ABDOMEN;SOFT,NON TENDER
CNS;NAD
COURSE IN THE .;- PATINET PRESENTED TO OUR . WITH THE ABOVE
MENTIONED COMPLAINTS, WITH ABDOMINAL DISTENTION AND
SHORTNESS OF BREATH;
PATIENT WAS WAS THOROUGHLY EVALUATED AND USG ABOMEN SHOWED
COARSE
ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER AND GROSS ASCITES WITH SPLEENOMEGALY.
SEROLOGY REPORTS CONFIRMED PATIENT TO BE HBSAG POSTIVE.
THERAPEUTIC AND DIAGNOSTIC TAP WAS DONE WHICH SHOWED HIGH
SAAG LOW
PROTEIN AND ON FURTHER EVALUATION PATIENT IS DIAGNOSED AS
CHRONIC
DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION.
PATIENT WAS ON IV MEDICATIONS FOR MANAGEMENT
ON FURTHER STAY IN THE HOSPTIAL 500ML AND 700ML THERAPEUTIC
TAP WAS DONE
WHICH RELIEVED PATIENT SYMPTOMS SUCH AS ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT
AND
SHORTNESS OF BREATH.
GASTROENTEROGY OPINION WAS TAKEN AND WAS ADVISED TO START
TAB.HEPBEST
25MG/PO/OD AND TO STOP DIURETICS AND REPEAT SERUM CREATININE
VALUES AFTER
72HOURS AND THERAPUTIC LARGE VOLUME PARACENTESIS WITH
ALBUMIN INFUSION AND
FOR UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY.
PATIENT IS BEING DISCHARGED IN HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE
CONDITION
Investigation
USG ABDOMEN-
LIVER SURFACE ID IRREGULAR WITH COARSE ECHOTEXTURE
PORTAL VEIN MEASURING 13MM-MILDLY DILATED WITH HEPATOFUGAL
FLOW
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY
GALL BLADDER WALL EDEMA
GROSS ASCITIS
2 D ECHO-
TRIVIAL TR+ /AR+,NO MR
NO RWMA,NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DISFUNCTION
EF-62%
BGT-B POSITIVE
HEMOGRAM;
HB-10.9GM/DL
TC-5700CELLS/CUMM
PLATELETS-2.0LAKHS/CUMM
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 1.5GM/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION LESS THAN 2GM/DAY
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 1 GLASS OF MILK PO/BD
TAB.LASIX 20MG/PO/BD
TAB.ALDACTONE 50MG PO/ BD
TAB.BENFOMET 20MG PO /OD
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS
INJ.OPTINEURON 1 AMP IV IN 100ML NS /IV/OD
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 1.5GM/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION LESS THAN 2GM/DAY
PROTEIN POWDER 2SCOOPS IN 1GLASS OF MILK PO/BD 8AM---8PM
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD 8AM---8PM
SYP.HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD 8AM---8PM
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS 9PM
Follow Up
REFER TO HIGHER CENTRE FOR SEROLOGY POSITIVE UPPER GI
ENDOSCOPY TO HIGHER
CENTRE AS SEROLOGY POSITIVE ENDOSCOPY IS NOT DONE IN OUR .
BEING LIMITED IN INVESTIGATIONS AS IT IS RURAL .
ONLY SEROLOGY NEGATIVE CASES UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY IS DONE HERE
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subcategories to organize the data.
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patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
@867051314767696 any new insights into the case about the
etiology of portal hypertension and further management that could be improved
or new learning points
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. *Clinical Presentation:*
- Abdominal
distension and discomfort
- Shortness of
breath
- Ascites
-
Hepatosplenomegaly
2. *Diagnosis:*
- Chronic
decompensated liver disease
- Portal
hypertension
- Chronic
hepatitis B (HBsAg positive)
- Hepatorenal
syndrome type 2
3. *Radiological Findings:*
- Coarse
echotexture of liver
- Gross ascites
- Splenomegaly
4. *Laboratory Findings:*
- High SAAG low
protein ascites
- HBsAg positive
- Abnormal liver
function tests
5. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Therapeutic
paracentesis
- Albumin infusion
- Diuretics (Lasix
and Aldactone)
- Lactulose
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Symptoms
(abdominal distension, shortness of breath)
- Diagnosis
(chronic decompensated liver disease, portal hypertension)
2. *Radiological Factors:*
- Liver morphology
(coarse echotexture)
- Ascites and
splenomegaly
3. *Laboratory Factors:*
- Ascitic fluid
analysis (high SAAG low protein)
- Serology (HBsAg
positive)
4. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medications
(diuretics, lactulose)
- Therapeutic
paracentesis
- Albumin infusion
5. *Outcomes:*
- Patient expired
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Complexity of Portal Hypertension:* Patients with portal
hypertension can present with complex clinical features, including ascites,
hepatosplenomegaly, and hepatorenal syndrome.
2. *Importance of Early Intervention:* Early intervention,
including therapeutic paracentesis and albumin infusion, may be crucial in
managing patients with portal hypertension.
3. *Impact of Underlying Liver Disease:* Underlying liver
disease, including chronic hepatitis B, can impact patient outcomes, including
increased risk of mortality.
4. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Patients with portal
hypertension require multidisciplinary care, including hepatology,
gastroenterology, and other specialties.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Portal hypertension can present with complex clinical
features, including ascites, hepatosplenomegaly, and hepatorenal syndrome.
2. Early intervention, including therapeutic paracentesis
and albumin infusion, may be crucial in managing patients with portal
hypertension.
3. Underlying liver disease, including chronic hepatitis B,
can impact patient outcomes, including increased risk of mortality.
4. Multidisciplinary care is essential in managing patients
with portal hypertension.
5. Regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans are
crucial to optimize patient outcomes.
*New Insights:*
1. The importance of considering chronic hepatitis B as an
underlying cause of portal hypertension.
2. The potential role of albumin infusion in managing
patients with hepatorenal syndrome.
3. The need for early referral to a higher center for
further management, including upper GI endoscopy.
These insights highlight the complexity of managing patients
with portal hypertension and the need for a multidisciplinary approach to
optimize patient outcomes.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: 58 year female
Admission - 05/07/23
Discharge -07/07/23
Follow up- expired
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE ?NAFLD WITH K/C/O HTN
AND HYPOTHYROID
SINCE 13 YEARS AND K/C/O DM II SINCE 3 YEARS HCV POSITIVE
Case History and Clinical Findings
56 YEAR OLD FEMALE WITH COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL DISTENSION
SINCE 20 DAYS AND
SWELLING OF LOWER LIMBS SINCE 5 DAYS
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ALRIGHT 20 DAYS BACK THEN SHE
COMPLAINED OF
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION WHICH IS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE IN
NATURE,ABDOMINAL HIGHNESS PRESENT WHICH AGGRAVATED AFTER
HAVING FOOD
PATIENT HAS PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 YEAR WHCIH IS ON AND OFF
SINCE 5 DAYS,PEDAL
EDEMA IS CONTINOUS IN NATURE UPTO KNEES AND PITTING TYPE
COMPLAINTS OF SOB WHEN ABDOMINAL BLOATING PRESENT
NO C/O CHESTPAIN,PALPITAIONS,ORTHOPNEA,PND
NO C/O FEVER,COLD,COUGH,VOMITINGS,LOOSE STOOLS
K/C/O HTN SINCE 13 YEARS AND ON TAB TELMA 40MG PO/OD
K/C/O DM II SINCE 3 YEARS AND ON TAB METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD
K/C/O HYPOTHYROID SINCE 13 YEARS AND ON TAB THYRONORM 50MCG
PO/OD
PATIENT WAS ADMITTED 11 MONTHS AGO WITH SIMILAR COMPLAINTS
AND ASCITIC
THERAPEUTIC WAS DONE
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET:MIXED
APPETITE:NORMAL
SLEEP:ADEQUATE
BOWEL AND BLADDER MOVEMENT:REGULAR
ADDICTIONS:BETEL LEAF SINCE 30 YEARS
FAMILY HISTORY:NOT SIGNIFICANT
ON EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONCIOUS COHARENT AND COOPERATIVE
VITALS:
AFEBRILE
BP- 110/80 MMHG
PR- 82BPM
RR-20CPM
ABDOMINAL GIRTH:84CMS
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS- S1, S2 +, NO MURMURS
RS- BAE+, NVBS
P/A:SOFT,SHIFTING DULLNESS PRESENT
CNS:HMF +,NO FND
PATIENT IS REFERRED TO GASTROENTEROLOGY AND ADVISED HCV RNA
QUANTITY,GENOTYPR AND AFP
Investigation
USG:
RIHT KIDNEY- 9.1X 3.5 CMS
LEFT KIDNEY- 10.5X 3.5 CMS
RIGHT MINIMAL PLEURAL EFFUSION
MILD TO MODERATE ASCITIS
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF THE LIVER WITH NODULAR SURFACE WITH
MINIMAL
PERIHEPATIC FLUID LIKELT CLD
GALL BLADDER WALL EDEMA
2D ECHO:MILD TO MODERATE TR WITH PAH,MILD TO MODERATE AR:NO
MR
NO RWMA NO AS/MS SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC DYSFUNCTION
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION NO PAH/PE
HEMOGRAM ON 6-7-23
HB:10.O3GM/DL
TLC:4800
RBC:2.99 MILLION
PLATELET:1.2 LAKHS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1)FLUID RESTRICTION<1LITRE/DAY
2)SALT RESTRICTION<2G/DAY
3)INJ VIT K IV/OD IN 100ML NS
4)TAB TELMA 20MG PO/OD
5)TAB METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD
6)TAB THYRONORM 25MCG PO/OD
7)TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
8)TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/OD
9)TAB LASILACTONE 20MG PO/OD
10)SYP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD
11)SYP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/TID
12)HIGH PROTEIN DIET 2 GM/DAY
13)VITALS MONITORING EVERY 4TH HOURLY
14)STRICT I/O CHARTING
Advice at Discharge
1)FLUID RESTRICTION<1LITRE/DAY
2)SALT RESTRICTION<2G/DAY
3)TAB TELMA 20MG PO/OD CONTINUE
4)TAB METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD CONTINUE AT 8 AM
5)TAB THYRONORM 25MCG PO/OD CONTINUE AT 8 AM
6)TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD X 1WEEK AT 8 AM-8PM
7)TAB LASILACTONE 20MG PO/OD X 1 WEEK AT 8 AM
8)SYP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD X 1 WEEK AT 8 AM,8 PM
9)SYP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/TID X 1WEEK8AM,1PM,8PM
10)HIGH PROTEIN DIET 2 GM/DAY
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
@867051314767696 after how many years of disease does
hepatitis or nafld cause portal hypertension
What differently could we manage this case and prevent the
complications
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Initial Codes and
Labels:*
1. *Clinical Presentation:*
- Abdominal
distension
- Swelling of
lower limbs
- Shortness of
breath
2. *Diagnosis:*
- Decompensated
chronic liver disease
- Portal
hypertension
- HCV positive
- NAFLD (possible
etiology)
3. *Radiological Findings:*
- Coarse
echotexture of liver with nodular surface
- Minimal
perihepatic fluid
- Gallbladder wall
edema
- Ascites
4. *Laboratory Findings:*
- Anemia (low Hb)
- Thrombocytopenia
(low platelet count)
- Abnormal liver
function tests (not specified)
5. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Fluid
restriction
- Salt restriction
- Medications
(e.g., Rifagut, Lasilactone, Hepamerz, Lactulose)
- Vitamin K
supplementation
*Categorization:*
1. *Clinical Factors:*
- Symptoms
(abdominal distension, swelling of lower limbs, shortness of breath)
- Diagnosis
(decompensated chronic liver disease, portal hypertension)
2. *Radiological Factors:*
- Liver morphology
(coarse echotexture, nodular surface)
- Ascites and
gallbladder wall edema
3. *Laboratory Factors:*
- Anemia and
thrombocytopenia
- HCV positive
status
4. *Therapeutic Factors:*
- Medications and
lifestyle modifications
5. *Outcomes:*
- Patient expired
*Theme Identification:*
1. *Complexity of Portal Hypertension:* Patients with portal
hypertension can present with complex clinical features, including ascites,
encephalopathy, and electrolyte imbalances.
2. *Importance of Early Intervention:* Early intervention,
including lifestyle modifications and medications, may be crucial in managing
patients with portal hypertension.
3. *Impact of Underlying Liver Disease:* Underlying liver
disease, including HCV and NAFLD, can impact patient outcomes, including
increased risk of mortality.
4. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Patients with portal
hypertension require multidisciplinary care, including hepatology,
gastroenterology, and other specialties.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Portal hypertension can present with complex clinical
features, including ascites, encephalopathy, and electrolyte imbalances.
2. Early intervention, including lifestyle modifications and
medications, may be crucial in managing patients with portal hypertension.
3. Underlying liver disease, including HCV and NAFLD, can
impact patient outcomes, including increased risk of mortality.
4. Multidisciplinary care is essential in managing patients
with portal hypertension.
5. Regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans are
crucial to optimize patient outcomes.
*New Insights:*
1. The importance of considering HCV treatment in patients
with portal hypertension.
2. The potential role of NAFLD in contributing to liver
disease and portal hypertension.
3. The need for further investigation and evaluation to
determine the underlying cause of portal hypertension and guide treatment.
*Timeline for Portal Hypertension Development:*
1. Hepatitis C: Portal hypertension can develop within 10-20
years of chronic infection, depending on factors such as viral load, treatment
response, and presence of comorbidities.
2. NAFLD: Portal hypertension can develop within 10-20 years
of NAFLD diagnosis, depending on factors such as disease severity, presence of
NASH, and comorbidities.
*Alternative Management Strategies:*
1. Early initiation of HCV treatment to prevent progression
to portal hypertension.
2. Lifestyle modifications, including weight loss and
exercise, to manage NAFLD and prevent progression to portal hypertension.
3. Regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans to
optimize patient outcomes.
4. Consideration of liver transplantation in patients with
advanced liver disease and portal hypertension.
These insights highlight the complexity of managing patients
with portal hypertension and the need for a multidisciplinary approach to
optimize patient outcomes.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Based on the
provided information, the potential cause of death in this patient's case could
be related to complications of decompensated chronic liver disease and portal
hypertension, such as:
1. Liver failure: The patient's liver disease has progressed
to a decompensated state, which can lead to liver failure and potentially fatal
outcomes.
2. Variceal bleeding: Portal hypertension can cause varices
to form in the esophagus or stomach, which can bleed and lead to severe
complications.
3. Hepatic encephalopathy: The patient's altered mental
status could be indicative of hepatic encephalopathy, which can progress to
coma and death if left untreated or inadequately managed.
4. Sepsis or infection: Patients with cirrhosis are at
increased risk of developing infections, which can lead to sepsis and
potentially fatal outcomes.
5. Multi-organ failure: Decompensated liver disease can lead
to failure of other organs, such as the kidneys, lungs, and heart, which can
contribute to mortality.
Given the patient's complex clinical presentation and
underlying liver disease, it is likely that the cause of death is related to
one or more of these complications.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Upon re-examining
the case, some potential learning points emerge:
1. *Interplay between comorbidities*: The patient's
coexistence of HCV and NAFLD ( potentially part of metabolic syndrome) raises
questions about the dominant etiology driving her cirrhosis.
2. *HCV vs. NAFLD*: Considering the patient's HCV positive
status and potential NAFLD, it's essential to determine which condition played
a more significant role in her cirrhosis development and outcomes.
3. *Impact of metabolic syndrome*: NAFLD is often associated
with metabolic syndrome. How did the patient's metabolic profile (e.g.,
diabetes, hypertension) contribute to her liver disease progression?
4. *Synergistic effects*: Did the coexistence of HCV and
NAFLD accelerate liver disease progression or lead to more severe outcomes?
To better understand the dominant etiology, further
investigation into the patient's:
1. HCV viral load and treatment history
2. NAFLD severity (e.g., presence of NASH, fibrosis stage)
3. Metabolic profile (e.g., blood sugar control, blood
pressure management)
would be necessary.
These factors could help clinicians better understand the
complex interplay between comorbidities and their impact on patient outcomes,
ultimately informing more effective management strategies.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case 8
Admission date 03/03/25
Discharge date 05/3/25
Follow up - patient expired
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ? NAFLD
WITH
OESOPHAGEAL VARICES WITH PHGD
GRADE I - II HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
S/P LAP CHOLECYSTECTOMY 1.5 YEARS AGO
K/C/O TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS SINCE 10YEARS
K/C/O HYPOTHYROIDISM SINCE 30YEARS
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O FORGETFULNESS SINCE 1WEEK
C/O LOSS OF WEIGHT SINCE 3MONTHS
C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1YEAR
C/O LETHARGY WITH DROWSINESS SINCE 1MONTH
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY NORMAL 1YEAR AGO , THEN SHE DEVELOPED
BILATERAL
PEDAL EDEMA , INSIDIOUS IN ONSET , GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE ,
AGGRAVATED ON
EXERTION AND WALKING, RELIEVED AT REST , C/O LOSS OF WEIGHT
SINCE 3MONTHS ,
(ABOUT 8 - 10KGS ) IN 3MONTHS . C/O LETHARGY WITH DROWSINESS
SINCE 1MONTH ,
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET , GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
H/O PRURITIS SINCE 2MONTHS ASSOCIATED WITH DARKISH
DISCOLORATION OF SKIN
H/O HAIR LOSS SINCE 1YEAR
H/O ABDOMINAL DISTENTION +
H/O HEADACHE, FRONTAL SIDE, NO ORBITAL PAIN
H/O LOSS OF APPETITE +
NO H/O FEVER ,COUGH,COLD , NAUSEA,VOMTING
NO H/O ,GIDDINESS,BLURRING OF VISION
NO H/O DECRESED URINE OUTPUT ,PEDAL OEDEMA
PAST HISTORY :
K/C/O HYPOTHYROIDISM SINCE 3YEARS ON TAB.THYRONORM 100MCG OD
K/C/O DM TYPE II SINCE 10 YEARS (ON TAB. METAFORMIN 500MG
PO/OD)
H/O LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY ON 27/10/23
N/K/C/O HTN, TB, ASTHMA, EPILEPSY, CVA, CAD
FAMILY HISTORY : NOT SIGNIFICANT.
PERSONAL HISTORY
LOSS OF APPETITE
BOWEL AND BLADDER INCONTINENCE+
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS DROWSY
PALLOR+
ICTERUS +,
CLUBBING + PARROT BEAK APPEARANCE
PEDAL EDEMA + GRADE II
NO CYANOSIS,LYMPHEDENOPATHY,
TEMP-98.2F
BP: 120/80 MMHG
PR: 84 BPM
RR: 18 CPM
SPO2: 98%
GRBS:202MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS- SI, S2 HEARD, NO THRILLS, NO MURMURS
RS- BAE +
ABDOMEN-DISTENDED, SOFT,NT, LIVER PALPABLE
CNS : PATIENT IS DROWSY ,
GCS: E4V5M6
OPTHAL REFERRAL WS DONE ON 5/3/25
IMPRESSION WAS:USE SPECTACLES FOR CORRECTION OF REFEACTORY
ERROR
NO KF RIMG
OUTSIDE UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY :- LOW GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
PRESENT
Investigation
PERIPHERAL SMEAR03-03-2025 04:14:PMRBC : Anispoikilocytosis
with
Microcytic,macroovalocytosis,Normocytes penicil
forms,teardrop seen WBC : With in normal limits
PLATELET : Adequate COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
03-03-2025 04:14:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilSTOOL FOR
OCCULT BLOOD03-03-2025 04:14:PMNegative (-ve)RFT 03-03-2025
04:14:PM UREA30 mg/dl50-
17 mg/dlCREATININE0.7 mg/dl1.2-0.6 mg/dlURIC ACID3.4
mmol/L6-2.6 mmol/LCALCIUM9.9
mg/dl10.2-8.6 mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS4.0 mg/dl4.5-2.5
mg/dlSODIUM136 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM4.5 mmol/L.5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE103
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-03-2025 04:14:PM Total Bilurubin3.68
mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin2.60
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)78 IU/L31-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)53
IU/L34-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE357 IU/L128-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS8.2 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN2.34
gm/dl4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO0.37HBsAg-RAPID03-03-2025
04:14:PMNegative Anti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID03-03-2025 04:14:PMNon Reactive LIVER FUNCTION TEST
(LFT) 04-03-2025 12:29:AM
Total Bilurubin2.86 mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin2.00
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)76 IU/L31-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT)52 IU/L34-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE333
IU/L128-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS8.0 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN2.19 gm/dl4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO0.38T3, T4, TSH 04-
03-2025 12:31:AM T31.21 ng/ml1.87-0.87 ng/mlT411.79 micro
g/dl12.23-6.32 micro g/dlTSH10.36
micro Iu/ml5.36-0.34 micro Iu/ml
FBS ON 5/3/25
119 MG/DLHBA1C(5/3/25)-6.5%
HEMOGRAM:3/3/25HAEMOGLOBIN 9.3 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 4,600
cells/cummNEUTROPHILS 55
% LYMPHOCYTES 40 % EOSINOPHILS 02 % MONOCYTES 03 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 27.9 vol
% M C V 94.M C H C 33.3 % RDW-CV 20.2 % RDW-SD 70.5 flRBC
COUNT 2.96
millions/cummPLATELET COUNT 1.50 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Anispoikilocytosis
withMicrocytic,macroovalocytosis,Normocytes penicil
forms,teardrop seenLight MicroscopyWBC With
in normal limits Light MicroscopyPLATELETS Adeqaute Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No
hemoparasites seen Light MicroscopyIMPRESSION Dimorphic
AnemiaAdvised : srB12 sr Feritin <sr
IrontRule out Nutrtinl Anemia
USG ABDOMEN WAS DONE ON 3/3/25
SUPRANODULARLY COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER LIKELY CHRONIC
LIVER DISEASE
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
HEPAMERZ SACHETS PO/BD 1SACHET IN 1GLASS OF WATER
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
TAB. UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
TAB. RIFAGUT 400MG PO/BD
TAB. REJUNEX -CDS PO/OD
TAB. THYRONORM 100MG PO/OD
TAB CARCEODIOL 3.125MG PO/OD/8AM
TAB. METFORMIN 500MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 10ML PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
HEPAMERZ SACHETS PO/BD 1SACHET IN 1GLASS OF WATER TO
CONTINUE
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
TAB. UDILIV 300MG PO/BD FOR 7 DAYS
TAB. RIFAGUT 400MG PO/BDFOR 5 DAYS
TAB. REJUNEX -CDS PO/OD FOR 2 DAYS
TAB. THYRONORM 100MG PO/OD TO CONTINUE
TAB. METFORMIN 500MG PO/BD TO CONTINUE
SYP.LACTULOSE 10ML PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS(STOP IF LOOSE STOOLS
MORE THAN 3
EPISODES)
TAB CARCEODIOL 3.125MG PO/OD/8AM TO CONTINUE
@867051314767696
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and new insights other than what is discussed
previously with other 7 cases
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Theme
Identification:*
1. *Complexity of Decompensated Liver Disease:* Patients
with decompensated liver disease can present with complex clinical features,
including hepatic encephalopathy, variceal bleeding, and electrolyte
imbalances.
2. *Impact of Comorbidities:* Comorbidities such as type 2
diabetes mellitus and hypothyroidism can impact patient outcomes and complicate
management.
3. *Importance of Multidisciplinary Care:* Patients with
decompensated liver disease require multidisciplinary care, including
hepatology, gastroenterology, and other specialties.
*Theme Representation:*
*Learning Points:*
1. Decompensated liver disease can present with complex
clinical features, including hepatic encephalopathy and variceal bleeding.
2. Comorbidities such as type 2 diabetes mellitus and
hypothyroidism can impact patient outcomes and complicate management.
3. Multidisciplinary care is essential in managing patients
with decompensated liver disease.
4. Regular monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans are
crucial to optimize patient outcomes.
*New Insights:*
1. The potential role of NAFLD in contributing to liver
disease and decompensation in patients with comorbidities such as type 2
diabetes mellitus.
2. The importance of considering the impact of comorbidities
on patient outcomes and management.
3. The need for further investigation and evaluation to
determine the underlying cause of liver disease and guide treatment.
These insights highlight the complexity of managing patients
with decompensated liver disease and the need for a multidisciplinary approach
to optimize patient outcomes.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Role of Diabetes
in NAFLD Patients:*
1. *Increased risk of liver disease progression*: Diabetes
is a known risk factor for the progression of NAFLD to more severe forms of
liver disease, such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and cirrhosis.
2. *Impact on liver fibrosis*: Diabetes has been shown to
accelerate liver fibrosis in NAFLD patients, leading to a higher risk of
cirrhosis and liver-related complications.
3. *Association with more severe NAFLD*: Diabetes is often
associated with more severe NAFLD, including higher levels of liver
inflammation and fibrosis.
4. *Importance of glycemic control*: Tight glycemic control
may help slow the progression of liver disease in NAFLD patients with diabetes.
5. *Multidisciplinary approach*: Managing NAFLD patients
with diabetes requires a multidisciplinary approach, including hepatology,
endocrinology, and other specialties, to optimize patient outcomes.
*Key Considerations:*
1. *Screening for NAFLD*: Patients with diabetes should be
screened for NAFLD, especially if they have other risk factors such as obesity
or metabolic syndrome.
2. *Monitoring liver disease progression*: Regular
monitoring of liver disease progression is crucial in NAFLD patients with
diabetes to detect any signs of worsening liver disease.
3. *Lifestyle modifications*: Lifestyle modifications, such
as weight loss and exercise, can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce
the risk of liver disease progression in NAFLD patients with diabetes.
By understanding the role of diabetes in NAFLD patients,
healthcare providers can develop more effective management strategies to
optimize patient outcomes and prevent liver disease progression.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *New Points about
Diabetes and NAFLD Association:*
1. *Bidirectional relationship*: Emerging evidence suggests
a bidirectional relationship between diabetes and NAFLD, where diabetes can
contribute to NAFLD development and progression, and NAFLD can also worsen
insulin resistance and diabetes.
2. *Shared pathophysiological mechanisms*: Diabetes and
NAFLD share common pathophysiological mechanisms, including insulin resistance,
inflammation, and oxidative stress, which can contribute to disease
progression.
3. *Impact on liver cancer risk*: Diabetes has been shown to
increase the risk of liver cancer in NAFLD patients, highlighting the
importance of regular screening and monitoring.
4. *Role of gut microbiome*: The gut microbiome plays a
crucial role in the development and progression of NAFLD, and alterations in
the gut microbiome have been linked to diabetes.
5. *Potential therapeutic targets*: Emerging research
suggests potential therapeutic targets for NAFLD and diabetes, including GLP-1
receptor agonists, SGLT-2 inhibitors, and other agents that target insulin
resistance and inflammation.
*Future Directions:*
1. *Personalized medicine approaches*: Developing
personalized medicine approaches that take into account individual differences
in genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors may help optimize treatment
outcomes for NAFLD patients with diabetes.
2. *Lifestyle interventions*: Lifestyle interventions, such
as diet and exercise, may be effective in preventing and treating NAFLD and
diabetes, and should be emphasized in clinical practice.
3. *Pharmacological therapies*: Pharmacological therapies,
such as GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT-2 inhibitors, may be useful in
managing NAFLD and diabetes, and should be considered in clinical practice.
By understanding the complex relationship between diabetes
and NAFLD, healthcare providers can develop more effective management
strategies to optimize patient outcomes and prevent disease progression.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Predictors of
Portal Hypertension in NAFLD:*
1. *Severity of liver fibrosis*: The severity of liver
fibrosis is a strong predictor of portal hypertension in NAFLD patients.
Patients with advanced fibrosis (F3-F4) are more likely to develop portal
hypertension.
2. *Presence of NASH*: Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
is a more aggressive form of NAFLD, and patients with NASH are more likely to
develop portal hypertension.
3. *Duration of disease*: Longer duration of NAFLD increases
the risk of developing portal hypertension.
4. *Metabolic syndrome*: Presence of metabolic syndrome,
including insulin resistance, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, can increase the
risk of portal hypertension in NAFLD patients.
5. *Genetic predisposition*: Certain genetic variants, such
as PNPLA3 and TM6SF2, have been associated with an increased risk of NAFLD and
portal hypertension.
*Other potential predictors:*
1. *Age*: Older age may increase the risk of portal
hypertension in NAFLD patients.
2. *Obesity*: Obesity, particularly central obesity, may
contribute to the development of portal hypertension in NAFLD patients.
3. *Inflammation and oxidative stress*: Chronic inflammation
and oxidative stress may play a role in the development of portal hypertension
in NAFLD patients.
*Importance of early detection and monitoring:*
1. *Regular monitoring*: Regular monitoring of NAFLD
patients can help detect early signs of portal hypertension and prevent
complications.
2. *Non-invasive tests*: Non-invasive tests, such as
transient elastography, can help identify patients at risk of portal
hypertension.
3. *Early intervention*: Early intervention, including
lifestyle modifications and pharmacological therapies, may help prevent or slow
the progression of portal hypertension in NAFLD patients.
By understanding the predictors of portal hypertension in
NAFLD, healthcare providers can identify patients at high risk and develop
targeted management strategies to prevent complications.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Potential
Relationship between Cholecystitis and NAFLD/Portal Hypertension:*
1. *Shared risk factors*: Cholecystitis and NAFLD share
common risk factors, such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, and insulin
resistance, which may contribute to the development of both conditions.
2. *Inflammation and oxidative stress*: Chronic inflammation
and oxidative stress associated with cholecystitis may contribute to the
development and progression of NAFLD and portal hypertension.
3. *Metabolic changes*: Cholecystectomy (gallbladder
removal) may lead to changes in bile acid metabolism, which can impact glucose
and lipid metabolism, potentially contributing to NAFLD development or
progression.
*Potential Impact of Cholecystectomy on NAFLD/Portal
Hypertension:*
1. *Changes in bile acid metabolism*: Cholecystectomy can
alter bile acid metabolism, leading to changes in glucose and lipid metabolism,
which may impact NAFLD development or progression.
2. *Increased risk of metabolic disorders*: Some studies
suggest that cholecystectomy may increase the risk of developing metabolic
disorders, such as insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, which are associated
with NAFLD.
*Limitations and Uncertainties:*
1. *Individual variability*: The relationship between
cholecystitis, cholecystectomy, and NAFLD/portal hypertension is complex and
may vary between individuals.
2. *Limited evidence*: More research is needed to fully
understand the potential relationship between cholecystitis, cholecystectomy,
and NAFLD/portal hypertension.
In this patient's case, it is possible that the chronic
inflammation and metabolic changes associated with cholecystitis may have
contributed to the development of NAFLD and portal hypertension. However, the
exact relationship between these conditions is complex and requires further
investigation.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: 39 years male
Case 9
Admission 3/4/23
Discharge 10/4/23
Follow up - patient is doing well
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE WITH H/O
HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY WITH LOW
GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHEIF COMPLAINTS-
PATIENT CAME TO CASUALITY WITH C/O 10-15 EPISODES OF
VOMITINGS SINCE 1 DAY
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS-
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASSYMPTOMATIC 10 MONTHS BACK ,THEN HE
DEVELOPED
YELLOWISH DISCOLOURATION OF EYES,URINE AND ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION FOR WHICH
HE WENT TO . AND WAS DIAGNOSED WITH JAUNDICE FOR WHICH HE IS
EVALUATED AND UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE ON
12/7/22-IMPRESSION - LOW GRADE OESOPHAGEAL VARICES,MILD PHG
SINCE THRN HE IS HAVING SIMILAR EPISODES OF JAUNDICE ONCE IN
A WHILE AND USG
WAS DONE MULTIPLE TIMES
USG IMPRESSION ON 6/12/22-MODERATE HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY,GALL
BLADEER
SLUDGE,NO EVIDANCE OF CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS,B/L MINIMAL
PLEURAL
EFFUSION[RT>LT],MINIMAL ASCITIES VISUALIZED.
ON 14/12/22 USG IMPRESSION -MODERATE HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY WITH
FATTY
LIVER,ALTERED ECHO TEXTURE TO RULE OUT CLD CHANGES,MILD
INTRA HEPATIC
BILIARY RETICULAR DILATATION IN LEFT LOBE OF LIVER,GB SLUDGE
,MILD
SPLENOMEGALY,MILD IHBRD NOTED IN THE LEFT LOBE OF LIVER.
ON 18/2/23-
HE PRESENTED TO ANOTHER . WITH COMPLAINTS OF PRODUCTIVE
COUGH,
STREAKY[BLOOD] SPUTUM,INTERMITTENT FEVER SPIKES WITH CHILLS
AND
RIGORS.PATIENT WAS STARTED ON IV ANTIBIOTICS
,PPI,ANTIFIBRYNOLYTICS,NEBULISATION,AND OTHER SUPPORTIVE
CARE.ALL NESSESARY
INVESTIGATIONS WERE
DONE.NA*-129,PT/INR-20.5/1.49,FIBRINOGEN-499,TOTAL BILIRUBIN-
8.4.
CT CHEST AORTOGRAM WAS DONE WHICH SHOWED B/L TREE IN BUD
WITH DIFFUSE
GGO.SPUTUM WAS SENT FOR ANALYSIS,DENGUE IGM WAS
POSITIVE.REPEAT CBP
SHOWED PCV-24,HB-9.10,TLC-6150.GENERAL PHYSICIAN
CONSULTATION WAS TAKEN IN
VIEW OF DENGUE AND CONTINUED ON MEDICAL MANAGEMENT .PATEINT
WAS
DISCHARGED IN STABLE CONDITION WITH FOLLOWING ADVICE
-TAB DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG/BD /5 DAYS
-TAB PAN 40 MG/OD/AT 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST 5 DAYS
-TAB MONDESLOR OD/AT 7PM /5 DAYS
-SYP.ASCORIL-D 10 ML /TID
-TAB UDILIV 300MG/BD
PATIENT WAS ON ALCOHOLIC OBSTINENCE SINCE THEN AND SYMPTOMS
GRADUALLY
DECREASED BUT SINCE 3 DAYS PATIENT WAS ON ALCOHOL BINGE AND
VOMITINGS
STARTED FROM 3RD DAY NIGHT THAT IS FROM 6/4/23 TO 7/4/23
10-15 EPISODES OF
VOMITINGS WHICH WERE NON BILIOUS,NON PROJECTILE,DIDNOT
CONTAIN FOOD
PARTICALS,MUCOUS GELLY LIKE CONSISTENCY,ONE OF THE EPISODES
CONTAINED
BROWNISH BLACK JELLY LIKE MATERIAL AT THE END OF THE EPISOD
, ASSOCIATED WITH
DIFFUSE ABDOMINAL PAIN
PAST HISTORY :
H/O SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE 2 MONTHS BACK
N/K/C/O DM,HTN,TB,ASTHMA,EPLEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY:
MIXED DIET
NORMAL APPETITE
BOWEL AND BLADDER HABITS REGULAR
ADDICTIONS-KNOWN ALCOHOLIC SINCE 20 YEARS
NO ALLERGIES
NO SIGNIFICANT FAMILY HISTORY
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT. IS CONSCIOUS/COHERENT/COPERATIVENO PALLOR, ICTERUS,
CYNOSIS, CLUBBING,
LYMPHEDENOPATHY, PEDAL EDEMATEMP-
96.8FPR--120BPMBP-150/100MMHGSPO2-98% @
RAGRBS-100MG/DL
CVS- S1S2+,NO MURMURSRS- BAE+,NVBS HEARDP/A- SOFT,NON
TENDER,BOWEL
SOUNDS+CNS- NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
Investigation
2D ECHO
TRIVIAL MR;MILD TR PAH;MILD AR,NO RWMA,NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTIONSDIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION PRESENT; NO
PT
ULTRASOUND
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER
LEFT RENAL CALCULUS
HEMOGRAM
HB;11.3
TLC;4700
PCV;32.6
RBC;3.5
PLATELET COUNT;1.5
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
IVF IN NS /RL AT 50 ML/HR
INJ.PAN 40 MG IV BD
INJ.THAIMINE 200 MG IV BD
INJ.ZOFER 4 G IV TID
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO BD
T.DOLO 650 MG PO BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15 ML PO HS
.-3
..S,.
.-.
4
SYP .POTKLOR 20 MEQ /15 ML/PO/TID
Advice at Discharge
TAB.CINOD 10MG/PO/OD 8AM
TAB. PAN 40 MG PO OD AT 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST FOR 1 WEEK
TAB .THAIMINE 200 MG PO OD AT 2PM FOR 1 WEEK
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO BD AT 8AM AND 8PM FOR 1 WEEK
T.DOLO 650 MG PO SOS
SYP.LACTULOSE 15 ML PO HS AT 9PM FOR 1 WEEK
2 SCOOPS PROTEIN POWDER IN GLASS OF MILK FOR 1 WEEK
@867051314767696 could young age and low grade oesophageal
varices be sign of good prognosis
Thematically Discuss new learning points about them
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Thematic
Discussion:*
*New Learning Points:*
1. *Young age and liver disease*: The patient's young age
highlights the importance of considering liver disease in younger individuals,
particularly those with risk factors such as alcohol consumption.
2. *Low-grade esophageal varices*: The presence of low-grade
esophageal varices suggests that the patient's liver disease is progressing,
but the fact that they are low-grade may indicate a better prognosis.
3. *Alcoholic liver disease*: The patient's history of
alcohol consumption and alcoholic liver disease highlights the importance of
addressing underlying causes of liver disease.
4. *Importance of early intervention*: The patient's
presentation with jaundice and abdominal distension 10 months prior to the
current admission suggests that early intervention may have prevented or slowed
disease progression.
*Prognostic Factors:*
1. *Young age*: The patient's young age may be a positive
prognostic factor, as younger individuals may have a better response to
treatment and slower disease progression.
2. *Low-grade esophageal varices*: The presence of low-grade
esophageal varices may indicate a better prognosis compared to high-grade
varices.
3. *Response to treatment*: The patient's response to
treatment, including abstinence from alcohol and medical management, will be
crucial in determining their prognosis.
*Key Takeaways:*
1. *Early detection and intervention*: Early detection and
intervention are critical in managing liver disease, particularly in younger
individuals.
2. *Addressing underlying causes*: Addressing underlying
causes of liver disease, such as alcohol consumption, is essential in
preventing disease progression.
3. *Multidisciplinary approach*: A multidisciplinary
approach, including hepatology, gastroenterology, and other specialties, is
necessary to manage liver disease and prevent complications.
By understanding these new learning points, healthcare
providers can develop more effective management strategies for patients with
liver disease, particularly younger individuals with alcoholic liver disease.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case 10
42 years male
Admission -11/04/24
Discharge -15/04/24
Follow up- patient was lost on follow up
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
GRADE 2 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
PORTAL HYPERTENSIVE GASTROPATHY
ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENTION SINCE 1 MONTH
C/O PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1 MONTH BACK THEN
DEVELOPED FEVER
LOW GRADE , ON AND OFF NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CHILLS AND RIGORS
RELIEVED WITH
MEDICATION , LASTED FOR 3 DAYS , THEN DEVELOPED ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION ,
INSIDIOUS ONSET AND GRADUALLY PROGRESSED TO PRESENT SIZE
PATIENT ALSO COMPLAINS OF PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH IT WAS
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET
AND EXTENDED TILL MID-THIGH PITTING TYPE
H/O SOB,DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
H/O COUGH SINCE 4 DAYS , PAIN ABDOMEN
H/O CONSTIPATION SINCE 4 DAYS
H/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF THE EYES SINCE ONE MONTH
N/H/O BURNING MICTURITION , VOMITING , LOOSE STOOLS
N/H/O HAIR LOSS, LOSS OF APPETITE , MELENA
PAST ILLNESS:
K/C/O ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE
N/K/C/O HTN,DM2,EPILEPSY,CVA,CAD,THYROID DISORDERS , TB,
ASTHMA
TREATMENT HISTORY
6 ROUNDS OF ASCITIC FLUID TAPPING
PERSONAL HISTORY
OCCUPATION : AUTO DRIVER
APPETITE : NORMAL
DIET : MIXED
BOWELS : CONSTIPATION SINCE
MICTURITION : DECREASED FREQUENCY
ADDICTIONS : ALCOHOL SINCE 9 YEARS DAILY 250ML , LAST BINGE
1 MONTH AGO
BETEL LEAF(PAAN) : SINCE
GENERAL EXAMINATION
VITALS
TEMPERATURE : 99.4F
PULSE RATE : 98 BPM
BP: 110/70 MM HG
SPO2: 98% AT ROOM AIR
CVS: S1 S2 HEARD
RS: POSITION OF TRACHEA: CENTRAL. BAE PRESENT
PA: SOFT, NON TENDER, DISTENDED
ABDOMINAL GIRTH-
INSPIRATION-101CM
EXPIRATION-99.5CM
WEIGHT-62.5KG
HAIR LOSS+
TEMPORAL WASTING+
ICTERUS+
SPIDER NAEVI+
ASCITES+
ABDOMINAL GIRTH-12/4/24
INSPIRATION-97CM
EXPIRATION-96.5CM
ABDOMINAL GIRTH-14/4/24-99CM
COURSE IN THE .:
A 42YR OLD MALE CAME WITH C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1
MONTH AND B/L
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH .PT WAS EVALUATED ACCORDINGLY AND
FOUND
DERANGED LFT USG WAS DONE IT SHOWED CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE.,PATIENT WAS
TREATED ACCORDINGLY AND ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE ON 11/4/24(DAY
1) I/V/O DIAGNOSTIC
AND THERAPEUTIC PURPOSE ABOUT 1.5 LITRE ASCITIC FLUID WAS
COLLECTED . ASCITIC
FLUID ANALYSIS SHOWED STERILE FLUID WITH HIGH SAAG LOW
PROTEIN (INDICATIVE OF
? CIRRHOSIS)GASTROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS TAKEN ,UGIE WAS
DONE .IT SHOWED
GRADE 2 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES .TAB CARDIVAS 3.125 MG WAS
STARTED.HYPOKALAEMIA
WAS EVALUATED AND CORRECTED .
REGULAR ASCITIC TAPS WERE DONE ON 13/4/24 AND 15/4/24 AND 2
LITRES OF ASCITIC
FLUID WAS COLLECTED EACH TIME .TOTAL BILIRUBIN LEVELS WERE
IN DECREASING
TRENDS . PATIENT CONDITION IMPROVED AND VITALS ARE STABLE AT
THE TIME OF
DISCHARGE
CNS: NFND
LEVEL OF CONSCIOUSNESS - CONSCIOUS
REFLEXES: RIGHT LEFT
BICEPS: ++ ++
TRICEPS: ++ ++
SUPINATOR: + +
KNEE: ++ ++
ANKLE: + +
GAIT - NORMAL
PSYCHIATRY REFERRAL DONE I/V/O ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE ON 13/4/24
ADVISE:
PATIENT COUNSELLED ABOUT THE NEED FOR STRICT ABSTINENCE FROM
ALCOHOL AND
TOBACCO
NICOTINE GUMS 2MG (1/2MORNING-1/2AFTERNOON)
INJ.LORAZEPAM 1/2AMP/IM/SOS
GASTROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS TAKEN
UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE
FINDINGS
GRADE II OESOPHAGEAL VARICES -3 COLUMNS
MILD PORTAL HYPERTENSIVE GASTROPATHY
ADVISE:T.CARDIVAS 3.125MG PO/BD
Investigation
HEMOGRAM ON 11/4/24
HAEMOGLOBIN - 7.5 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT - 9,500 CELLS/CUMM
PCV - 19.8 VOL
MCV - 75.4 FL
MCH - 33.2 PG
MCHC - 37.9 %
RDW-CV 20.5 %
PLATELET COUNT 2.31 LAKHS/CU.MM
RBC COUNT 2.26 MILLIONS/CU.MM
SMEAR
RBC - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC - NORMAL
PLATELETS - ADEQUATE
IMPRESSION - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
HEMOGRAM ON 13/4/24
HAEMOGLOBIN - 8.3 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT - 7,700 CELLS/CUMM
LYMPHOCYTES-16%
PCV - 19.8 VOL
MCV - 75.4 FL
MCH - 33.2 PG
MCHC - 37.9 %
RDW-CV 20.5 %
PLATELET COUNT 2.31 LAKHS/CU.MM
RBC COUNT 2.26 MILLIONS/CU.MM
SMEAR
RBC - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC - NORMAL
PLATELETS - ADEQUATE
IMPRESSION - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
HEMOGRAM ON 14/4/24
HAEMOGLOBIN - 8.5GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT - 8,000 CELLS/CUMM
LYMPHOCYTES-15%
PCV - 19.8 VOL
MCV - 75.4 FL
MCH - 33.2 PG
MCHC - 37.9 %
RDW-CV 20.5 %
PLATELET COUNT 2.34 LAKHS/CU.MM
RBC COUNT 2.26 MILLIONS/CU.MM
SMEAR
RBC - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC - NORMAL
PLATELETS - ADEQUATE
IMPRESSION - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 11-04-2024 05:10:PMNORMAL
RFT
UREA 22mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE 0.6mg/dl 1.3-0.8
mg/dlCALCIUM 0.97mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlSODIUM 134mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 2.9mmol/L.
5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
97mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 12/4/24
SODIUM 135mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 2.9mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
100mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.14mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 13/4/24
SODIUM 135mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
102mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.04mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 13/4/24
SODIUM 135mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
102mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.04mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 14/4/24
SODIUM 134mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.2mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
104mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.06mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 15/4/24
SODIUM 134mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.4mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
102mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.08mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
USG ABDOMEN
IMPRESSION:
CLD
SPLENOMEGALY
GROSS ASCITES WITH INTERNAL ECHOES
MESENTERIC AND PERIPORTAL COLLATERALS
GB SLUDGE WITH GB WALL EDEMA
B/L RAISED ECHOGENICITIES OF KIDNEYS
ASCITIC FLUID MICROSCOPIS EXAMINATION:
FEW SCATTERED LYMPHOCYTES IN AN INFLAMMATORY BACKGROUND
NO E/O ATYPICAL CELLS.
URINE FOR C/S:NO GROWTH
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD-NEGATIVE
FBS ON 12/4/24-75MG/DL
HbA1C-6.0%
ON 11/4/24
LDH-288IU/L
PT-18SEC
INR-1.33
BT-2MIN 30SEC
CT-5MIN 00SEC
APTT-35SEC
15/4/24
PT-20SEC
INR-1.4
APTT-38SEC
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 11-04-2024
Total Bilurubin 20.73mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 15.14
mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 174 IU/L
35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 71IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 184
IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.8 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.64 gm/dl 4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.63
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 13-04-2024
Total Bilurubin 18.71 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 12.68
mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 167 IU/L
35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 69IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 187
IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.4 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.42 gm/dl 4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.61
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 14-04-2024
Total Bilurubin 17.78mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 13.70
mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 163 IU/L
35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 65IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 187
IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.2 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.37 gm/dl 4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.62
SEROLOGY-NEGATIVE
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS:
SUGAR-126 mg/dl
PROTEIN-0.7
AMYLASE-11.9IU/L
LDH-146IU/L
SAAG-2.27(HIGH)
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
RX
INJ. THIAMINE 250MG IN 100 ML NS IV/BD
INJ.VIT-K 1AMP IM/OD
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB. LASILACTONE 20/50 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO/BD 1-0-1
SYP. HEPAMERZ 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1
SYP.LACTULOSE 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1
SYP. ASCORYL LS 10ML PO/BD 1-0-1
3-4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
SYP. POTCHLOR 10ML PO/TID
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 150ML MILK / WATER PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB. LASILACTONE 20/50 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
SYP. HEPAMERZ 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
SYP.LACTULOSE 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
SYP. POTCHLOR 10ML PO/TID X3DAYS
SYP. ASCORYL LS 10ML PO/SOS
NICOTINE GUMS 2MG 1/2-1/2 X 15DAYS
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 150ML MILK / WATER PO/BD
3-4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
@867051314767696 thematic analysis about the 10 cases and
the role of quantity and duration of alcohol in years in liver disease and
portal hypertension and oesophageal varices
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Thematic
Analysis:*
*Role of Quantity and Duration of Alcohol in Liver Disease
and Portal Hypertension:*
1. *Dose-dependent relationship*: The quantity and duration
of alcohol consumption appear to have a dose-dependent relationship with the
development and progression of liver disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Cumulative effect*: The cumulative effect of long-term
alcohol consumption may contribute to the development of liver disease and
portal hypertension.
3. *Individual variability*: Individual variability in
susceptibility to alcohol-induced liver damage may play a role in determining
the severity of liver disease and portal hypertension.
*Liver Disease and Portal Hypertension:*
1. *Alcoholic liver disease*: Alcoholic liver disease is a
common cause of liver disease and portal hypertension in the cases presented.
2. *Decompensated liver disease*: Decompensated liver
disease is characterized by the development of complications such as ascites,
variceal bleeding, and hepatic encephalopathy.
3. *Portal hypertension*: Portal hypertension is a common
complication of liver disease and can lead to the development of esophageal
varices.
*Oesophageal Varices:*
1. *Grade of varices*: The grade of esophageal varices
appears to be related to the severity of liver disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Risk of bleeding*: High-grade esophageal varices are
associated with a higher risk of bleeding.
3. *Importance of monitoring*: Regular monitoring of
esophageal varices is crucial to detect any signs of progression or
complications.
*Key Takeaways:*
1. *Early detection and intervention*: Early detection and
intervention are critical in managing liver disease and preventing
complications.
2. *Abstinence from alcohol*: Abstinence from alcohol is
essential in preventing disease progression and managing liver disease.
3. *Multidisciplinary approach*: A multidisciplinary
approach, including hepatology, gastroenterology, and other specialties, is
necessary to manage liver disease and prevent complications.
By understanding the role of quantity and duration of
alcohol in liver disease and portal hypertension, healthcare providers can
develop more effective management strategies for patients with liver disease.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *New Learning
Points about Case 10:*
1. *Alcohol consumption pattern*: The patient's alcohol
consumption pattern, including quantity and duration, may have contributed to
the development of liver disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Decompensated liver disease*: The patient's presentation
with ascites and pedal edema suggests decompensated liver disease, which
requires prompt management.
3. *Importance of abstinence*: The patient's continued
abstinence from alcohol will be crucial in preventing disease progression and
managing liver disease.
*Thematic Analysis:*
1. *Common themes*: Common themes across the cases include
the importance of early detection and intervention, abstinence from alcohol,
and a multidisciplinary approach to managing liver disease.
2. *Variability in disease progression*: The cases highlight
the variability in disease progression and the importance of individualized
management strategies.
3. *Role of alcohol*: The cases emphasize the role of
alcohol in the development and progression of liver disease and portal
hypertension.
*New Learning Points about Alcohol:*
1. *Dose-dependent relationship*: The quantity and duration
of alcohol consumption appear to have a dose-dependent relationship with the
development and progression of liver disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Cumulative effect*: The cumulative effect of long-term
alcohol consumption may contribute to the development of liver disease and
portal hypertension.
3. *Importance of screening*: Screening for alcohol use
disorders and liver disease is crucial in identifying patients at risk and
preventing disease progression.
By understanding these new learning points, healthcare
providers can develop more effective management strategies for patients with
liver disease and improve patient outcomes.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Analysis of
Duration of Alcohol Consumption:*
1. *9 years of alcohol consumption*: The patient's 9-year
history of alcohol consumption may have contributed to the development of liver
disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Cumulative effect*: The cumulative effect of long-term
alcohol consumption may have led to liver damage and portal hypertension.
3. *Individual variability*: Individual variability in
susceptibility to alcohol-induced liver damage may have played a role in the
development of portal hypertension.
*Portal Hypertension:*
1. *Grade 2 esophageal varices*: The presence of grade 2
esophageal varices suggests portal hypertension, which is a common complication
of liver disease.
2. *Risk of bleeding*: The patient is at risk of bleeding
from esophageal varices, which requires regular monitoring and management.
3. *Importance of management*: Management of portal
hypertension and esophageal varices is crucial to prevent complications and
improve patient outcomes.
*Key Takeaways:*
1. *Duration of alcohol consumption*: The duration of
alcohol consumption is an important factor in the development of liver disease
and portal hypertension.
2. *Importance of screening*: Screening for liver disease
and portal hypertension is crucial in patients with a history of long-term
alcohol consumption.
3. *Multidisciplinary approach*: A multidisciplinary
approach, including hepatology, gastroenterology, and other specialties, is
necessary to manage liver disease and portal hypertension.
By understanding the role of duration of alcohol consumption
in the development of portal hypertension, healthcare providers can develop
more effective management strategies for patients with liver disease.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Thematic
Analysis:*
1. *Alcohol-related liver disease*: All cases highlight the
role of alcohol in the development of liver disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Variability in disease progression*: Each case
demonstrates variability in disease progression, emphasizing the importance of
individualized management strategies.
3. *Importance of early detection and intervention*: Early
detection and intervention are crucial in managing liver disease and preventing
complications.
*New Learning Points:*
1. *Dose-dependent relationship*: The quantity and duration
of alcohol consumption appear to have a dose-dependent relationship with the
development and progression of liver disease and portal hypertension.
2. *Individual variability*: Individual variability in
susceptibility to alcohol-induced liver damage may play a role in determining
the severity of liver disease and portal hypertension.
3. *Importance of multidisciplinary approach*: A
multidisciplinary approach, including hepatology, gastroenterology, and other
specialties, is necessary to manage liver disease and portal hypertension.
*Unique Points in Each Case:*
1. *Case 1*: Emphasizes the importance of early detection
and intervention in managing liver disease.
2. *Case 2*: Highlights the role of comorbidities, such as
diabetes and hypertension, in the development and progression of liver disease.
3. *Case 3*: Demonstrates the importance of individualized
management strategies for patients with liver disease.
4. *Case 4*: Emphasizes the role of nutritional deficiencies
in the development and progression of liver disease.
5. *Case 5*: Highlights the importance of managing portal
hypertension and esophageal varices to prevent complications.
6. *Case 6*: Demonstrates the role of liver disease in the
development of hepatic encephalopathy.
7. *Case 7*: Emphasizes the importance of addressing
underlying causes of liver disease, such as alcohol consumption.
8. *Case 8*: Highlights the role of NAFLD in the development
of liver disease and portal hypertension.
9. *Case 9*: Demonstrates the importance of early detection
and intervention in managing liver disease and preventing complications.
10. *Case 10*: Emphasizes the role of duration of alcohol
consumption in the development of liver disease and portal hypertension.
By examining each case and identifying unique points,
healthcare providers can develop a deeper understanding of the complexities of
liver disease and portal hypertension, ultimately leading to more effective
management strategies.
[14/05/25, 4:53:28 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Re-examination of
Cases:*
1. *Case 1*: The importance of early detection and
intervention in managing liver disease is highlighted, and the role of alcohol
consumption in the development of liver disease is emphasized.
2. *Case 2*: The impact of comorbidities, such as diabetes
and hypertension, on liver disease progression is demonstrated, and the need
for individualized management strategies is emphasized.
3. *Case 3*: The importance of addressing underlying causes
of liver disease, such as alcohol consumption, is highlighted, and the role of
nutritional support in managing liver disease is demonstrated.
4. *Case 4*: The role of nutritional deficiencies in the
development and progression of liver disease is emphasized, and the importance
of dietary management is highlighted.
5. *Case 5*: The importance of managing portal hypertension
and esophageal varices to prevent complications is demonstrated, and the role
of beta-blockers in reducing portal pressure is highlighted.
6. *Case 6*: The impact of liver disease on cognitive
function and the development of hepatic encephalopathy is demonstrated, and the
importance of managing hepatic encephalopathy is emphasized.
7. *Case 7*: The role of abstinence from alcohol in
preventing disease progression and managing liver disease is highlighted, and
the importance of addressing underlying causes of liver disease is emphasized.
8. *Case 8*: The impact of NAFLD on liver disease
progression and the development of portal hypertension is demonstrated, and the
importance of managing metabolic syndrome is highlighted.
9. *Case 9*: The importance of early detection and
intervention in managing liver disease and preventing complications is
emphasized, and the role of multidisciplinary care is demonstrated.
10. *Case 10*: The role of duration of alcohol consumption
in the development of liver disease and portal hypertension is highlighted, and
the importance of addressing underlying causes of liver disease is emphasized.
*New Unique Learning Points:*
1. *Case-specific management strategies*: Each case
highlights the importance of individualized management strategies for patients
with liver disease.
2. *Importance of addressing underlying causes*: Addressing
underlying causes of liver disease, such as alcohol consumption, is crucial in
preventing disease progression and managing liver disease.
3. *Role of multidisciplinary care*: A multidisciplinary
approach, including hepatology, gastroenterology, and other specialties, is
necessary to manage liver disease and portal hypertension.
By re-examining the cases and identifying new unique
learning points, healthcare providers can develop a deeper understanding of the
complexities of liver disease and portal hypertension, ultimately leading to
more effective management strategies.
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Case 11
77 year old male
Admission -03/02/25
Discharge - 8/2/25
Follow up- patient is doing well
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH GRADE I VARICES .
MULTIPLE GASTRIC ULCERS
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS SINCE 6 MONTHS
SWELLING OF SCROTAL AND PENNIS SINCE 20 DAYS
HOPI
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20 DAYS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED SWELLING OF
SCROTUM AND OVER THE PENIS WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS ONSET AND
GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA , INSIDIOUS ONSET AND
GRADUALLLY
PROGRESSIVE PITTING TYPE GRADE III H/O WEIGHT LOSS + (4.5 KG
IN PAST 1 YEAR)
OUTSIDE REPORTS SHOW EPIDIDYMIS ?CLD ANEMIA
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O CLD, NOT ON ANY MEDIUCATION
N/K/C/O DM/HTN/CAD/CVA/TB
PERSONAL HISTORYDIET-MIXEDSLEEP-ADEQUATEAPPETITE- LOSTBOWEL
MOVEMENTS-
CONSTIPATIONMICTURITION- BURNING +,DRIBBLING +REGULAR
ALCOHOLIC
GENERAL EXAMINATIONPT IS C/C/C
ICTERUS PRESENT
EDEMA OF THE FEET PRESENT(GR-4 B/L PITTING EDEMA)
NO PALLOR/CYANOSIS/LYMPHADENOPATHY/CLUBBINGTEMP. 98.2PR 72
BPMBP 130/70
MMHGRR 20/MINSPO2 96%@RA
GASTRO ENTEROLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 7/2/25
ESOPHAGUS:PROMINENT VEINS SEEN
STOMACH:MILD PHG NOTED
DUODENUM:DEFORMED CUP
MULTIPLE SMALL ULCERS IN D2 PRESENT
IMPRESSION:AS DESCRIBED ABOVE PHGN
THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP DONE ON 8/02/25
ML OF FLUID WITHDRAWN.
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 03-02-2025 12:09:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
RFT 03-02-2025 12:09:PMUREA 58 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
0.9 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 3.9 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 3.86 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 137 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 5.2
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
100 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-02-2025
12:09:PMTotal Bilurubin 2.16
mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 1.26 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 43 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 17
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 172 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.3 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.89 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.85
HBsAg-RAPID 03-02-2025 12:09:PM NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID 03-02-2025 12:09:PM
Non Reactive
USG DONE ON 3/2/25
IMPRESSION:
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF LIVER F/S/O
CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE
MILD TO MODERATE ASCITES
BORDERLINE SPLENOMEGALY
MESENTRIC COLLATERATE NOTED F/S/O PORTAL HYPERTENSION
ASCITIC FLUID AMYLASE 52 IU/L
ASCITIC FLUID LDH - 71 IU/L
SAAG - S. ALBUMIN 29G/DL
ASCITIC ALB - 0.8 G/DL
SAAG - 2.1
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN - 0.9
ASCITIC FLUID SUGAR - 145
HEMOGRAM
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.8 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT 6500 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS 50%
LYMPHOCYTES 35%
EOSINOPHILS 06%
MONOCYTES 09%
BASOPHILS 0%
PCV 30.3 VOL%
PLATELET COUNT 1.6 LAKHS/CUMM
SMEAR
RBC NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS
PLATELETS ADEQUATE IN NUMBER AND DISTRIBUTION
HEMOPARASITES NOT SEEN
IMPRESSION NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1.CAP.DOXY.SL 100MG PO/BD 1-0-1
2.TAB.LASI LACTONE (20/50) PO/OD 0-1-0
3.TAB. RIFAXAMIN 550MG PO/OD 0-1-0
4.TAB. NAXDOM 250 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
5.TAB.INDERAL 10MG PO/OD 1-0-0
6.CREAM NEOSPORIN H APPLY LOCALLY OVER THE GENITALIA
7.ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 TSP TWICE DAILY 1N 1 GLASS OF
MILK
8.2 EGG WHITES /DAY
Advice at Discharge
1.TAB.LASI LACTONE (20/50) PO/OD 0-1-0 X20 DAYS
2.TAB. RIFAXAMIN 550MG PO/OD 0-1-0 X 10 DAYS
3.TAB. NAXDOM 250 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X5 DAYS
4.TAB.INDERAL 10MG PO/OD 1-0-0 X 1 MONTH
5.CREAM NEOSPORIN H APPLY LOCALLY OVER THE GENITALIA
6.ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 TSP TWICE DAILY 1N 1 GLASS OF
MILK
7.2 EGG WHITES /DAY
@867051314767696 thematic analysis of the case of portal
hypertension and factors that influenced his outcome
[06/05/25, 10:04:18 PM] Meta AI: *Thematic Analysis:*
1. *Decompensated liver disease*: The patient's presentation
with ascites, edema, and jaundice indicates decompensated liver disease, which
requires prompt management.
2. *Portal hypertension*: The presence of grade 1 varices
and ascites suggests portal hypertension, which is a common complication of
liver disease.
3. *Multiple gastric ulcers*: The patient's gastric ulcers
may be related to portal hypertension or other factors, such as NSAID use or
stress.
*Factors Influencing Outcome:*
1. *Timely management*: Prompt management of the patient's
ascites, edema, and gastric ulcers may have contributed to his improved
outcome.
2. *Multidisciplinary care*: The involvement of a
gastroenterologist and other specialists may have helped to optimize the
patient's care and improve his outcome.
3. *Dietary management*: The patient's dietary management,
including protein supplementation and avoidance of certain foods, may have
helped to support his liver function and overall health.
*Key Takeaways:*
1. *Importance of early detection and intervention*: Early
detection and intervention are crucial in managing liver disease and preventing
complications.
2. *Multidisciplinary approach*: A multidisciplinary
approach, including hepatology, gastroenterology, and other specialties, is
necessary to manage liver disease and portal hypertension.
3. *Individualized care*: Individualized care and management
strategies are essential in optimizing patient outcomes and preventing
complications.
By analyzing the case and identifying key themes and factors
that influenced the patient's outcome, healthcare providers can develop more
effective management strategies for patients with liver disease and portal
hypertension. <This message was edited>
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@13135550002 please convert this into a structured case report with a summary,
key words and discussion along with references cited in text as well as in a
list at the bottom of the case report 👇
Case 11
77 year old male
Admission -03/02/25
Discharge - 8/2/25
Follow up- patient is doing well
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH GRADE I VARICES .
MULTIPLE GASTRIC ULCERS
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS SINCE 6 MONTHS
SWELLING OF SCROTAL AND PENNIS SINCE 20 DAYS
HOPI
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20 DAYS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED SWELLING OF
SCROTUM AND OVER THE PENIS WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS ONSET AND
GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA , INSIDIOUS ONSET AND
GRADUALLLY
PROGRESSIVE PITTING TYPE GRADE III H/O WEIGHT LOSS + (4.5 KG
IN PAST 1 YEAR)
OUTSIDE REPORTS SHOW EPIDIDYMIS ?CLD ANEMIA
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O CLD, NOT ON ANY MEDIUCATION
N/K/C/O DM/HTN/CAD/CVA/TB
PERSONAL HISTORYDIET-MIXEDSLEEP-ADEQUATEAPPETITE- LOSTBOWEL
MOVEMENTS-
CONSTIPATIONMICTURITION- BURNING +,DRIBBLING +REGULAR
ALCOHOLIC
GENERAL EXAMINATIONPT IS C/C/C
ICTERUS PRESENT
EDEMA OF THE FEET PRESENT(GR-4 B/L PITTING EDEMA)
NO PALLOR/CYANOSIS/LYMPHADENOPATHY/CLUBBINGTEMP. 98.2PR 72
BPMBP 130/70
MMHGRR 20/MINSPO2 96%@RA
GASTRO ENTEROLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 7/2/25
ESOPHAGUS:PROMINENT VEINS SEEN
STOMACH:MILD PHG NOTED
DUODENUM:DEFORMED CUP
MULTIPLE SMALL ULCERS IN D2 PRESENT
IMPRESSION:AS DESCRIBED ABOVE PHGN
THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP DONE ON 8/02/25
ML OF FLUID WITHDRAWN.
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 03-02-2025 12:09:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
RFT 03-02-2025 12:09:PMUREA 58 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
0.9 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 3.9 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 3.86 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 137 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 5.2
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
100 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-02-2025
12:09:PMTotal Bilurubin 2.16
mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 1.26 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 43 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 17
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 172 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.3 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.89 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.85
HBsAg-RAPID 03-02-2025 12:09:PM NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID 03-02-2025 12:09:PM
Non Reactive
USG DONE ON 3/2/25
IMPRESSION:
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF LIVER F/S/O
CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE
MILD TO MODERATE ASCITES
BORDERLINE SPLENOMEGALY
MESENTRIC COLLATERATE NOTED F/S/O PORTAL HYPERTENSION
ASCITIC FLUID AMYLASE 52 IU/L
ASCITIC FLUID LDH - 71 IU/L
SAAG - S. ALBUMIN 29G/DL
ASCITIC ALB - 0.8 G/DL
SAAG - 2.1
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN - 0.9
ASCITIC FLUID SUGAR - 145
HEMOGRAM
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.8 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT 6500 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS 50%
LYMPHOCYTES 35%
EOSINOPHILS 06%
MONOCYTES 09%
BASOPHILS 0%
PCV 30.3 VOL%
PLATELET COUNT 1.6 LAKHS/CUMM
SMEAR
RBC NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS
PLATELETS ADEQUATE IN NUMBER AND DISTRIBUTION
HEMOPARASITES NOT SEEN
IMPRESSION NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1.CAP.DOXY.SL 100MG PO/BD 1-0-1
2.TAB.LASI LACTONE (20/50) PO/OD 0-1-0
3.TAB. RIFAXAMIN 550MG PO/OD 0-1-0
4.TAB. NAXDOM 250 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
5.TAB.INDERAL 10MG PO/OD 1-0-0
6.CREAM NEOSPORIN H APPLY LOCALLY OVER THE GENITALIA
7.ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 TSP TWICE DAILY 1N 1 GLASS OF
MILK
8.2 EGG WHITES /DAY
Advice at Discharge
1.TAB.LASI LACTONE (20/50) PO/OD 0-1-0 X20 DAYS
2.TAB. RIFAXAMIN 550MG PO/OD 0-1-0 X 10 DAYS
3.TAB. NAXDOM 250 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X5 DAYS
4.TAB.INDERAL 10MG PO/OD 1-0-0 X 1 MONTH
5.CREAM NEOSPORIN H APPLY LOCALLY OVER THE GENITALIA
6.ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 TSP TWICE DAILY 1N 1 GLASS OF
MILK
7.2 EGG WHITES /DAY
@AI
thematic analysis of the case of portal hypertension and factors that
influenced his outcome
[07/05/25, 8:28:27 AM] Meta AI: *Case Report:*
*Title:* Decompensated Chronic Liver Disease with Grade I
Varices and Multiple Gastric Ulcers: A Case Report
*Summary:* A 77-year-old male patient presented with
swelling of both lower limbs, scrotal and penile edema, and a history of weight
loss. He was diagnosed with decompensated chronic liver disease with grade I
varices and multiple gastric ulcers. The patient was managed with diuretics,
antibiotics, and beta-blockers, and received dietary advice. He showed
significant improvement and was discharged with follow-up appointments.
*Key Words:* Decompensated chronic liver disease, portal
hypertension, grade I varices, multiple gastric ulcers, liver cirrhosis.
*Case Presentation:*
A 77-year-old male patient was admitted to the . on March 2,
2025, with complaints of swelling in both lower limbs, scrotal and penile
edema, and a history of weight loss (4.5 kg in the past year). He had a known
history of chronic liver disease and was a regular alcoholic. On examination,
the patient had icterus, edema of the feet (grade 4 pitting edema), and
ascites. Laboratory tests revealed abnormal liver function tests, anemia, and
coagulopathy. Upper GI endoscopy showed prominent veins in the esophagus, mild
portal hypertensive gastropathy, and multiple small ulcers in the duodenum.
*Investigations:*
- Complete urine examination: Normal
- Renal function tests: Urea 58 mg/dl, Creatinine 0.9 mg/dl
- Liver function tests: Total bilirubin 2.16 mg/dl, Direct
bilirubin 1.26 mg/dl, SGOT 43 IU/L, SGPT 17 IU/L, Alkaline phosphatase 172 IU/L
- USG: Coarse echotexture with surface nodularity of liver,
mild to moderate ascites, borderline splenomegaly
- Ascitic fluid analysis: SAAG 2.1, protein 0.9 g/dl
*Treatment and Outcome:*
The patient was managed with diuretics (Lasix and
spironolactone), antibiotics (doxycycline and rifaximin), and beta-blockers
(propranolol). He also received dietary advice, including protein
supplementation and avoidance of certain foods. The patient showed significant
improvement and was discharged on February 8, 2025, with follow-up
appointments.
*Discussion:*
Decompensated chronic liver disease is a serious condition
characterized by the development of complications such as ascites, variceal
hemorrhage, and hepatic encephalopathy (1). Portal hypertension is a common
complication of liver cirrhosis, and grade I varices are a sign of increased
portal pressure (2). Multiple gastric ulcers can occur in patients with portal
hypertension due to increased pressure and mucosal congestion (3). The
management of decompensated chronic liver disease involves diuretics, beta-blockers,
and antibiotics, as well as dietary advice and lifestyle modifications (4).
*References:*
1. Garcia-Tsao G, Friedman SL. Pathophysiology of portal
hypertension and its complications. In: Sanyal AJ, Boyer TD, Terrault N, Lindor
KD, editors. Zakim and Boyer's Hepatology: A Textbook of Liver Disease. 7th ed.
Philadelphia: Elsevier; 2018. p. 302-315.
2. de Franchis R, Bosch J, Garcia-Tsao G, Reiberger T,
Ripoll C; Baveno VII Faculty. Baveno VII - Renewing consensus in portal
hypertension. J Hepatol. 2022;76(4):959-974.
3. McGarity B, Munoz SJ. Portal hypertensive gastropathy.
Gastroenterol Hepatol (N Y). 2018;14(5):284-291.
4. European Association for the Study of the Liver. EASL
Clinical Practice Guidelines for the management of patients with decompensated
cirrhosis. J Hepatol. 2018;69(2):406-460. <This message was edited>
[07/05/25, 8:30:05 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
@13135550002 thanks now please discuss the over testing and overtreatment
issues in this patient and their effect on the patient's outcomes fuelled by
diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainty
[07/05/25, 8:30:10 AM] Meta AI: Overtesting and
overtreatment are significant concerns in healthcare, particularly for patients
with complex conditions like decompensated chronic liver disease. Let's break
down the issues and their impact on patient outcomes:
*Overtesting Issues:*
- *Unnecessary tests*: Ordering excessive tests can lead to
false positives, misdiagnosis, and unnecessary interventions, ultimately
causing harm to patients and increasing healthcare costs.
- *Diagnostic uncertainty*: Failure to manage diagnostic
uncertainty can result in missed or delayed diagnoses, treatment delays, and
unnecessary tests or treatments.
- *Increased risk of harm*: Overtesting can expose patients
to potential harm from invasive procedures, radiation, or contrast agents.¹ ²
*Overtreatment Issues:*
- *Interventions without benefit*: Overtreatment refers to
interventions that don't benefit the patient or where the risk of harm
outweighs potential benefits.
- *Risk of adverse effects*: Overtreatment can lead to
adverse effects, such as medication side effects or complications from
procedures.
- *Increased healthcare costs*: Overtreatment can account
for up to 30% of healthcare costs, placing a significant burden on the
healthcare system.³
*Impact on Patient Outcomes:*
- *Worsening health outcomes*: Overtesting and overtreatment
can lead to unnecessary interventions, complications, and adverse effects,
ultimately worsening patient outcomes.
- *Increased anxiety and stress*: Patients may experience
increased anxiety and stress due to unnecessary testing and treatment.
- *Decreased quality of life*: Overtesting and overtreatment
can negatively impact patients' quality of life, particularly if they
experience adverse effects or unnecessary interventions.
*Factors Contributing to Overtesting and Overtreatment:*
- *Clinical uncertainty*: Clinicians may order excessive
tests or treatments due to uncertainty about diagnosis or treatment options.
- *Fear of litigation*: Fear of missing a diagnosis or
litigation can drive clinicians to order unnecessary tests or treatments.
- *Patient expectations*: Patients may expect clear-cut
diagnoses or demand unnecessary testing, contributing to overtesting and
overtreatment.⁴
In the case of the 77-year-old male patient with
decompensated chronic liver disease, potential overtesting and overtreatment
issues may include:
- *Unnecessary tests*: The patient underwent multiple tests,
including complete urine examination, renal function tests, and liver function
tests. While these tests may be necessary for monitoring, some may be
unnecessary or redundant.
- *Overtreatment*: The patient was prescribed multiple
medications, including diuretics, antibiotics, and beta-blockers. While these
medications may be necessary, potential overtreatment could lead to adverse
effects or interactions.
To mitigate overtesting and overtreatment, clinicians
should:
- *Practice evidence-based medicine*: Adhere to established
guidelines and protocols to ensure necessary testing and treatment.
- *Communicate effectively*: Clearly communicate with
patients about diagnosis, treatment options, and potential risks and benefits.
- *Monitor and adjust*: Regularly monitor patient outcomes
and adjust treatment plans accordingly. <This message was edited>
[07/05/25, 8:30:22 AM] Meta AI:
https://bmchealthservres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12913-020-05844-9
<This message was edited>
[07/05/25, 8:30:22 AM] Meta AI:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0738399121004870 <This
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[07/05/25, 8:30:22 AM] Meta AI:
https://publichealthreviews.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40985-015-0012-1
<This message was edited>
[07/05/25, 8:30:22 AM] Meta AI:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41649-020-00145-z <This message
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[07/05/25, 8:32:08 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
@13135550002 please mention the specific instances of over-testing and
overtreatment in that patient
[07/05/25, 8:32:12 AM] Meta AI: Based on the patient's
condition, decompensated chronic liver disease, some potential instances of
over-testing and overtreatment could be:
- *Unnecessary laboratory tests*: The patient may have
undergone excessive laboratory tests, such as:
- *Complete blood
count (CBC)*: While a CBC is essential for monitoring patients with liver
disease, daily CBCs might be unnecessary unless the patient's condition
warrants close monitoring.
- *Liver function
tests (LFTs)*: LFTs are crucial for assessing liver function, but repeating
them too frequently, such as daily, may not be necessary unless the patient's
condition changes.
- *Coagulation
screen*: Coagulation screens may be ordered too frequently, such as more than
2-3 times a week, unless there's a specific concern.
- *Imaging studies*: The patient may have undergone
unnecessary imaging studies, such as:
- *Repeated
ultrasound scans*: While ultrasound scans are essential for assessing liver
disease, repeated scans may not be necessary unless there's a change in the
patient's condition.
- *Overtreatment*:
- *Diuretics*:
Overuse of diuretics like spironolactone and furosemide can lead to dehydration
and electrolyte imbalances. Monitoring the patient's weight, renal function,
and electrolyte levels is crucial to avoid overtreatment.
- *Antibiotics*:
Prolonged use of broad-spectrum antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance
and increased risk of infections. Antibiotics should be used judiciously and
tailored to the patient's specific needs.
- *Lactulose*:
While lactulose is essential for managing hepatic encephalopathy, overtreatment
can lead to diarrhea, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances. The dose should
be titrated carefully to achieve the desired effect.¹ ² <This message was
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[07/05/25, 8:32:18 AM] Meta AI:
https://handbook.ggcmedicines.org.uk/guidelines/gastrointestinal-system/management-of-decompensated-liver-disease/
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[07/05/25, 8:32:19 AM] Meta AI:
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[08/05/25, 7:48:23 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case 12
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Admission-19/8/23
Discharge 19/4/23
Follow up- expired
Diagnosis
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH SPONTANEOUS BACTERIAL
PERITONITIS( RESOLVING)
WITH LOWER LIMB CELLULITIS WITH PRE RENAL AKI (RESOLVING)
WITH H/O ESOPHAGEAL
BANDING 1YR BACK. (RESOLVING) WITH K/C/O T2DM SINCE 8YRS
WITH 3FFP TRANSFUSION
ON 20/08/2023 WITH 1 PRBC TRANSFUSION ON 22/08/2023.
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SOB SINCE 1 WEEK
HOPI- PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1WEEK, THEN
DEVELOPED SOB, GRADE
III-IV, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE, NO
AGGRAVATING AND
RELIEVING FACTORS.
H/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1ODAYS, INSIDIOUS,
PROGRESSIVE, NO
AGGRAVATING/ RELIEVING FACTORS.
NO C/O CHEST PAIN, PALPITATIONS, ORTHOPNEA, PND
NO C/O FEVER, DECREASED URINE OUTPUT, BURNING MICTURITION,
VOMITING, LOOSE
STOOLS.
C/O PAIN AND SWELLING OVER THE LEFT LIMB SINCE 10DAYS.
INSIDIOUS AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, FOLOOWED BY UNKOWN? INSECT BITE.
K/C/O CLD AND ESOPHAGEAL BANDING DONE TWICE (1YR BACK)
K/C/O T2DM SINCE 2016 AND IS ON UNKNOWN MEDICATION.
NOT A K/C/O HTN, THYROID DISORDERS, EPILEPSY.
H/O 3 BLOOD TRANFUSION 4DAYS BACK.
COURSE IN .:
PATEINT CAME WITHC/O SOB SINCE 1 WEEK
SOB, GRADE III-IV, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, NO
AGGRAVATING AND RELIEVING FACTORS.
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1ODAYS,
ON ADMISSION VITALS
TEMP- AFEBRILE
BP- 110/70MMHG
PR- 95BPM
RR- 21CPM
CVS- S1S2+, NO MURMURS
RS- BAE+, NVBS
NO ORGANOMEGALY
GRBS- 148MG/DL
ON FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS-
PATIENT WAS FOUND TO HAVE PANCYTOPENIA FOR WHICH 3FFP
TRANSFUSIONS WERE
DONE ON 20/08/2023 AND 1 PRBC TRANSFUSION WAS DONE ON
22/8/2023. AND WAS
UNEVENTFULL
GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINION WAS TAKEN IVO CLD AND H/O
ESOPHAGEAL BANDING -
ADVISED TO CONTINUE SAME MEDICATION AS BY TREATING
PHYSICIAN.
DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC TAP WAS DONE:ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE
ON 20/08/2023
(1LITRE OF FLUID)
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS REVEALED HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN 2 TO
CLD.
AND ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE ON THE DAY DISCHARGE I.E ON
24/08/2023
AND AFTER TAP VITALS
BP- 110/60MMHG
PR- 86BPM
RR- 19CPM
TEMP- 98.4F
PATIENT WAS MANAGED CONSERVATIVELY AND BEING DISCHARGED IN
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
19-08-2023 04:14:PM
SODIUM139 mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.5 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE102 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED1.05 mmol/Lmmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 19-08-2023 04:14:PM Total
Bilurubin2.58 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.81 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)18 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)11 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE253 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS6.1 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.10 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.53
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 19-08-2023 04:14:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010
ALBUMIN
++
SUGAR
NIL
BILE SALTS
Nil
BILE PIGMENTS
Nil
PUS CELLS
2-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS
Nil
CRYSTALS
Nil
CASTS
Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
Absent
OTHERSNil
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 22-08-2023 03:52:AM Total
Bilurubin1.57 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.26 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)17 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)9 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE241 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS6.5 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.2 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.53
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS:
NO ACID FAST BACILLI, FEW DISINTEGRATED PUS CELLS, NO
ORGANISMS. NO GROWTH
AFTER 48HRS OF AEROBIC INCUBATION.
2D ECHO:
MILD TR +, WITH PAH, TRIVIL AR, NO MR
NO RWMA, NO ASLMS, SCLEROTIC AV, GOOD LV SYSTLOC
DYSFUNCTION, NO DIASTOLIC
DYSFUNCTION, NO LV CLOT
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L/DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3. INJ LINEZOLID 600MG IV/BD
4. INJ PIPTAZ 3.375GM IV/TID
5. TAB SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD
6.TAB RIFAGUT 500MG PO/BD
7. TAB LASIX 40MG PO/OD
8. SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/BD
9. SYP HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/TID
10. INJ HAI S/C TID PREMEAL
11. TAB UDILIN 300MG PO/OD
12. DRESSING OF LOWER LIMB AND LIMB ELEVATION
13. PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/TID
Advice at Discharge
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L/DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3. TAB LINEZOLID 600MG PO/BD
4. TAB UDILIN 300MG PO/OD
5. TAB SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD
6.TAB RIFAGUT 500MG PO/BD
7. TAB LASIX 40MG PO/OD
8. SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/BD
9. SYP HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/TID
10. INJ HAI S/C TID PREMEAL
11. TAB AUGMENTIN 625MG PO/TID
12. DRESSING OF LOWER LIMB AND LIMB ELEVATION
13. PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/TID
Follow Up
REVIEW TO MEDICINE OP 78 AFTER 1WEEK OR SOS
@867051314767696 please convert this into structured case
report with a summary and discuss about spontaneous bacteria peritonitis and
esophageal banding new learning points
[08/05/25, 7:48:24 AM] Meta AI: *Case Report:*
*Title:* Chronic Liver Disease with Spontaneous Bacterial
Peritonitis and Lower Limb Cellulitis: A Case Report
*Summary:* A patient with chronic liver disease and a
history of esophageal banding presented with shortness of breath, abdominal
distension, and lower limb cellulitis. The patient was diagnosed with
spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) and managed conservatively with
antibiotics and supportive care. This case highlights the importance of prompt
diagnosis and treatment of SBP in patients with chronic liver disease.
*Case Presentation:*
A patient with chronic liver disease and a history of
esophageal banding presented with shortness of breath, abdominal distension,
and lower limb cellulitis. Laboratory tests revealed pancytopenia, and the
patient received blood transfusions. Ascitic fluid analysis confirmed SBP, and
the patient was managed with antibiotics and supportive care.
*Investigations:*
- *Serum electrolytes*: Sodium 139 mEq/L, Potassium 4.5
mEq/L, Chloride 102 mEq/L
- *Liver function tests*: Total bilirubin 2.58 mg/dl, Direct
bilirubin 0.81 mg/dl, SGOT 18 IU/L, SGPT 11 IU/L
- *Ascitic fluid analysis*: High SAAG, low protein
- *2D Echo*: Mild tricuspid regurgitation, pulmonary
arterial hypertension
*Treatment and Outcome:*
The patient was managed conservatively with antibiotics
(linezolid and pip-taz), diuretics (spironolactone and lasix), and supportive
care. The patient showed significant improvement and was discharged with
follow-up appointments.
*Discussion:*
Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a serious
complication of chronic liver disease, characterized by bacterial infection of
the ascitic fluid without any apparent source of infection. SBP is diagnosed by
ascitic fluid analysis, which typically shows a high white blood cell count
(>250 cells/μL) and positive bacterial culture. Prompt treatment with
antibiotics is essential to prevent complications and improve patient outcomes.
Esophageal banding is a procedure used to manage esophageal
varices in patients with chronic liver disease. While effective in reducing the
risk of variceal bleeding, esophageal banding may not prevent SBP.
*New Learning Points:*
- *Importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment*: SBP
requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent complications and improve
patient outcomes.
- *Role of ascitic fluid analysis*: Ascitic fluid analysis
is crucial in diagnosing SBP and guiding treatment.
- *Use of antibiotics*: Antibiotics are essential in
managing SBP, and the choice of antibiotic should be guided by the patient's
clinical condition and local antimicrobial resistance patterns.
- *Multidisciplinary care*: Patients with chronic liver
disease and SBP require multidisciplinary care, including hepatology,
gastroenterology, and infectious disease expertise.
By understanding the diagnosis, treatment, and management of
SBP in patients with chronic liver disease, healthcare providers can improve
patient outcomes and reduce complications. <This message was edited>
[08/05/25, 7:52:03 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
@13135550002 what was the most important diagnostic test here to identify
spontaneous bacterial peritonitis? Why couldn't we culture the bacteria? What
were the other diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in this patient and as
a result what were the over-testing and overtreatment outcomes in this patient?
[08/05/25, 7:52:06 AM] Meta AI: The most important
diagnostic test for identifying spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is
ascitic fluid analysis, specifically the polymorphonuclear neutrophil (PMN)
count. A PMN count greater than 250 cells/μL is diagnostic of SBP. In some
cases, the PMN count may need to be corrected for blood contamination if there
are more than 100,000 red blood cells (RBCs) per μL, subtracting 1 PMN for
every 250 RBCs.
*Challenges in culturing bacteria:*
- Ascitic fluid cultures can be negative in up to 60% of
patients with SBP, despite the presence of infection. This may be due to¹:
- *Low bacterial
load*: The number of bacteria in the ascitic fluid may be too low to detect by
culture.
- *Prior
antibiotic use*: Patients may have received antibiotics before the culture was
taken, reducing the likelihood of a positive result.
- *Culture
technique*: Cultures should be inoculated at the bedside to increase
sensitivity.
*Other diagnostic uncertainties:*
- *Differentiating SBP from secondary bacterial
peritonitis*: Secondary bacterial peritonitis is a more severe condition often
requiring surgical intervention. Red flags for secondary peritonitis include:
- *Frank
peritoneal signs* on exam or localizing abdominal pain
- *Complex,
loculated fluid* on ultrasonography
- *Multiple
organisms* on gram stain or culture
- *Failure to
respond to medical management*
- *Evaluating for secondary peritonitis*: A CT scan of the
abdomen/pelvis may be necessary to exclude any focus of infection requiring
source control.
*Over-testing and overtreatment outcomes:*
- *Unnecessary antibiotics*: Broad-spectrum antibiotics may
be started empirically, potentially leading to overuse and antibiotic
resistance.
- *Additional testing*: Repeated diagnostic paracentesis,
imaging studies, or other tests may be performed, increasing healthcare costs
and resource utilization.
- *Prolonged . stay*: Patients may require longer . stays
due to the complexity of their condition, increasing the risk of .-acquired
infections and other complications.² <This message was edited>
[08/05/25, 7:52:16 AM] Meta AI:
https://vim-book.org/hepatology/hepatology-sbp/ <This message was
edited>
[08/05/25, 7:52:16 AM] Meta AI: https://emcrit.org/ibcc/sbp/
<This message was edited>
[08/05/25, 7:54:38 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
@13135550002 is there any diagnostic evidence of spontaneous bacterial
peritonitis presented in the content below? 👇
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Case 12
Admission-19/8/23
Discharge 19/4/23
Follow up- expired
Diagnosis
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH SPONTANEOUS BACTERIAL
PERITONITIS( RESOLVING)
WITH LOWER LIMB CELLULITIS WITH PRE RENAL AKI (RESOLVING)
WITH H/O ESOPHAGEAL
BANDING 1YR BACK. (RESOLVING) WITH K/C/O T2DM SINCE 8YRS
WITH 3FFP TRANSFUSION
ON 20/08/2023 WITH 1 PRBC TRANSFUSION ON 22/08/2023.
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SOB SINCE 1 WEEK
HOPI- PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1WEEK, THEN
DEVELOPED SOB, GRADE
III-IV, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE, NO
AGGRAVATING AND
RELIEVING FACTORS.
H/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1ODAYS, INSIDIOUS,
PROGRESSIVE, NO
AGGRAVATING/ RELIEVING FACTORS.
NO C/O CHEST PAIN, PALPITATIONS, ORTHOPNEA, PND
NO C/O FEVER, DECREASED URINE OUTPUT, BURNING MICTURITION,
VOMITING, LOOSE
STOOLS.
C/O PAIN AND SWELLING OVER THE LEFT LIMB SINCE 10DAYS.
INSIDIOUS AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, FOLOOWED BY UNKOWN? INSECT BITE.
K/C/O CLD AND ESOPHAGEAL BANDING DONE TWICE (1YR BACK)
K/C/O T2DM SINCE 2016 AND IS ON UNKNOWN MEDICATION.
NOT A K/C/O HTN, THYROID DISORDERS, EPILEPSY.
H/O 3 BLOOD TRANFUSION 4DAYS BACK.
COURSE IN .:
PATEINT CAME WITHC/O SOB SINCE 1 WEEK
SOB, GRADE III-IV, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, NO
AGGRAVATING AND RELIEVING FACTORS.
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1ODAYS,
ON ADMISSION VITALS
TEMP- AFEBRILE
BP- 110/70MMHG
PR- 95BPM
RR- 21CPM
CVS- S1S2+, NO MURMURS
RS- BAE+, NVBS
NO ORGANOMEGALY
GRBS- 148MG/DL
ON FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS-
PATIENT WAS FOUND TO HAVE PANCYTOPENIA FOR WHICH 3FFP
TRANSFUSIONS WERE
DONE ON 20/08/2023 AND 1 PRBC TRANSFUSION WAS DONE ON
22/8/2023. AND WAS
UNEVENTFULL
GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINION WAS TAKEN IVO CLD AND H/O
ESOPHAGEAL BANDING -
ADVISED TO CONTINUE SAME MEDICATION AS BY TREATING
PHYSICIAN.
DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC TAP WAS DONE:ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE
ON 20/08/2023
(1LITRE OF FLUID)
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS REVEALED HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN 2 TO
CLD.
AND ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE ON THE DAY DISCHARGE I.E ON
24/08/2023
AND AFTER TAP VITALS
BP- 110/60MMHG
PR- 86BPM
RR- 19CPM
TEMP- 98.4F
PATIENT WAS MANAGED CONSERVATIVELY AND BEING DISCHARGED IN
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
19-08-2023 04:14:PM
SODIUM139 mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.5 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE102 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED1.05 mmol/Lmmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 19-08-2023 04:14:PM Total
Bilurubin2.58 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.81 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)18 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)11 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE253 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS6.1 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.10 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.53
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 19-08-2023 04:14:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010
ALBUMIN
++
SUGAR
NIL
BILE SALTS
Nil
BILE PIGMENTS
Nil
PUS CELLS
2-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS
Nil
CRYSTALS
Nil
CASTS
Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
Absent
OTHERSNil
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 22-08-2023 03:52:AM Total
Bilurubin1.57 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.26 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)17 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)9 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE241 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS6.5 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.2 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.53
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS:
NO ACID FAST BACILLI, FEW DISINTEGRATED PUS CELLS, NO
ORGANISMS. NO GROWTH
AFTER 48HRS OF AEROBIC INCUBATION.
2D ECHO:
MILD TR +, WITH PAH, TRIVIL AR, NO MR
NO RWMA, NO ASLMS, SCLEROTIC AV, GOOD LV SYSTLOC
DYSFUNCTION, NO DIASTOLIC
DYSFUNCTION, NO LV CLOT
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L/DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3. INJ LINEZOLID 600MG IV/BD
4. INJ PIPTAZ 3.375GM IV/TID
5. TAB SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD
6.TAB RIFAGUT 500MG PO/BD
7. TAB LASIX 40MG PO/OD
8. SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/BD
9. SYP HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/TID
10. INJ HAI S/C TID PREMEAL
11. TAB UDILIN 300MG PO/OD
12. DRESSING OF LOWER LIMB AND LIMB ELEVATION
13. PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/TID
Advice at Discharge
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L/DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3. TAB LINEZOLID 600MG PO/BD
4. TAB UDILIN 300MG PO/OD
5. TAB SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD
6.TAB RIFAGUT 500MG PO/BD
7. TAB LASIX 40MG PO/OD
8. SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/BD
9. SYP HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/TID
10. INJ HAI S/C TID PREMEAL
11. TAB AUGMENTIN 625MG PO/TID
12. DRESSING OF LOWER LIMB AND LIMB ELEVATION
13. PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/TID
Follow Up
REVIEW TO MEDICINE OP 78 AFTER 1WEEK OR SOS
[08/05/25, 7:54:40 AM] Meta AI: The diagnostic evidence for
spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in this case is limited. The ascitic
fluid analysis revealed:
- *High SAAG (Serum-Ascites Albumin Gradient)*: consistent
with cirrhosis and portal hypertension
- *Low protein*: consistent with cirrhosis
- *Few disintegrated pus cells*: suggestive of possible
infection or inflammation
- *No organisms*: no bacteria were seen on Gram stain
- *No growth after 48 hours of aerobic incubation*: negative
culture result
However, the diagnosis of SBP is typically based on an
absolute polymorphonuclear neutrophil (PMN) count ≥ 250 cells/μL in the ascitic
fluid. Unfortunately, this information is not provided in the case report.
Given the clinical presentation and laboratory findings,
it's possible that the patient was treated empirically for SBP based on
clinical suspicion, despite the lack of definitive diagnostic evidence. The
patient's symptoms, such as abdominal distension, and laboratory findings, such
as low protein in the ascitic fluid, may have raised suspicion for SBP.
The treatment with antibiotics, such as linezolid and
pip-taz, would be consistent with empirical treatment for SBP. However, without
further information on the PMN count or other diagnostic criteria, it's
difficult to confirm the diagnosis of SBP with certainty. <This message was
edited>
[08/05/25, 7:56:33 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
@13135550002 what are the over treatment issues here with respect to overuse of
antibiotics escalation and usage of non evidence based hepamerz also known as L
ornithine L aspartate LOLA?
[08/05/25, 7:56:36 AM] Meta AI: *Over-treatment issues:*
1. *Overuse of antibiotics:* The patient was prescribed
multiple antibiotics, including linezolid, pip-taz, and augmentin. This may
contribute to antibiotic resistance, adverse effects, and increased healthcare
costs.
2. *Escalation of antibiotics:* The patient was started on
IV antibiotics, which may not be necessary for all cases of suspected SBP.
Escalation to broader-spectrum antibiotics may be justified in severe cases or
those with specific risk factors.
3. *Usage of non-evidence-based L-Ornithine L-Aspartate
(LOLA):* LOLA, also known as Hepamerz, is not recommended for routine use in
patients with liver disease or hepatic encephalopathy. The evidence for its
effectiveness is limited, and its use may not be justified in this case.
*Concerns with LOLA:*
1. *Lack of strong evidence:* There is limited high-quality
evidence supporting the use of LOLA in patients with liver disease or hepatic
encephalopathy.
2. *Unclear benefits:* The benefits of LOLA in reducing
ammonia levels or improving outcomes in patients with liver disease are not
well established.
3. *Potential adverse effects:* LOLA may cause
gastrointestinal side effects, such as nausea and vomiting.
*Implications:*
1. *Antibiotic stewardship:* The overuse and escalation of
antibiotics should be carefully considered, and alternative approaches should
be explored when possible.
2. *Evidence-based practice:* The use of LOLA should be
evaluated based on current evidence and guidelines, and alternative treatments
with stronger evidence should be considered.
3. *Risk-benefit analysis:* The potential benefits and harms
of each treatment should be carefully weighed, and treatment plans should be
individualized based on patient-specific factors. <This message was
edited>
[08/05/25, 7:58:44 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
@13135550002 what is the learning point from this patient in terms of
optimizing clinical complexity navigating diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainty to minimise over-testing and overtreatment?
[08/05/25, 7:58:46 AM] Meta AI: *Learning points:*
1. *Careful consideration of diagnostic uncertainty:* In
complex cases, clinicians should carefully weigh the potential benefits and
limitations of diagnostic tests, considering factors like test sensitivity,
specificity, and potential harms.
2. *Evidence-based treatment decisions:* Clinicians should
prioritize evidence-based treatments and avoid non-evidence-based
interventions, like LOLA in this case, to minimize overtreatment and potential
harm.
3. *Antibiotic stewardship:* Clinicians should carefully
consider the use of antibiotics, taking into account the potential risks of
resistance, adverse effects, and interactions.
4. *Individualized care:* Treatment plans should be tailored
to the individual patient's needs, taking into account their unique
circumstances, comorbidities, and preferences.
5. *Multidisciplinary collaboration:* Complex cases may
benefit from multidisciplinary collaboration, including input from specialists
like gastroenterologists, to ensure comprehensive care.
6. *Regular review and adjustment:* Treatment plans should
be regularly reviewed and adjusted based on the patient's response, new
information, or changes in their condition.
*Optimizing clinical complexity:*
1. *Streamlined diagnostic approaches:* Clinicians should
aim to use the most efficient and effective diagnostic approaches, minimizing
unnecessary tests and procedures.
2. *Risk-benefit analysis:* Clinicians should carefully
weigh the potential benefits and harms of each treatment or intervention,
considering the patient's individual circumstances.
3. *Patient-centered care:* Clinicians should prioritize
patient-centered care, taking into account the patient's values, preferences,
and goals.
By applying these principles, clinicians can navigate
diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainty, minimize over-testing and
overtreatment, and provide high-quality, patient-centered care. <This
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[08/05/25, 8:50:49 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
Summary:
This morning report illustrates how we regularly utilise a
user driven participatory medical cognition (aka integrating medical educators
and practice since brick and mortar times) to generate insights from the
current heat between Web 2.0-3.0.
Snippets below from the article also linked in full below:
EMR summary: 2.0
[08/05, 07:48] PI Portal Hypertension Project 2022:
EMR Case 12
Admission-19/8/23
Discharge 19/4/23
Follow up- expired
Diagnosis : Portal Hypertension
@AI
please convert this into structured case report with a summary and discuss
about spontaneous bacteria peritonitis and esophageal banding new learning
points
3.0 with human in the loop in action:
[08/05, 07:48] AI: *Case Report:*
*Title:* Chronic Liver Disease with Spontaneous Bacterial
Peritonitis and Lower Limb Cellulitis: A Case Report
Web 2.0 to Web 3.0 in action:
[08/05, 07:52]Web 2.0 cm: @Meta
AI what was the most important diagnostic
test here to identify spontaneous bacterial peritonitis? Why couldn't we
culture the bacteria? What were the other diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainties in this patient and as a result what were the over-testing and
overtreatment outcomes in this patient?
08/05, 07:52] Meta AI: The most important diagnostic test
for identifying spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is ascitic fluid
analysis, specifically the polymorphonuclear neutrophil (PMN) count. A PMN
count greater than 250 cells/μL is diagnostic of SBP.
Web 3.0 summary:
[08/05, 07:54] Meta AI: The diagnostic evidence for
spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in this case is limited. The ascitic
fluid analysis revealed:
Web 2.0 to Web 3.0
[08/05, 07:56]cm: @Meta AI what are the over treatment issues here with respect to
overuse of antibiotics escalation and usage of non evidence based hepamerz also
known as L ornithine L aspartate LOLA?
[08/05, 07:56] Meta AI: *Over-treatment issues:*
1. *Overuse of antibiotics:* The patient was prescribed
multiple antibiotics, including
Concerns with LOLA:*
1. *Lack of strong evidence:* There is limited high-quality
evidence supporting the use of LOLA in patients with liver disease or hepatic
Web 2.0 to 3.0
[08/05, 07:58]cm: @Meta AI what is the learning point from this patient in terms of
optimizing clinical complexity navigating diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainty to minimise over-testing and overtreatment?
Web 3.0 summary learning points:
https://medicinedepartment.blogspot.com/2025/05/morning-projr-session-participatory.html?m=1
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[08/05/25, 2:36:26 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 14*
Admission Date: 22/09/2023
Discharge 29/09/23
Follow up- patient expired few months after discharge
*Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH GRADE 1 ESOPHAGEAL
VARICES
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
CHIEF COMPLAINTS:
B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 WEEK
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:
PATIENT C/O ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT,TIGHTNESS,BLOATING
SENSATION SINCE 2 YEARS
INTERMITTENT , GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE , ABDOMINAL DISTENTION
NO C/O LOSS APPETITE, NAUSEA,VOMITINGS
NO C/O LOOSE STOOLS
NO C/O CHEST PAIN,SOB, COUGH, COLD
C/O FEVER LOW GRADE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CHILLS AND RIGORS
AGGREVIATING AT
NIGHT
C/O DARKCOLORED YELLOW URINE
C/O WEIGHT GAIN
PAST HISTORY:
HISTORY OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST 2YEARS
N/K/C/O HTN/DM/THYROID/CAD/CVA/TB
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS C/C/C
TEMP:99F
PR:68BPM
BP:11O/80MMHG
RR:17CPM
P/A:SOFT DISTENDED ,SHIFTING DULLNESS PRESENT
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS:S1S2+HEARD NO MURMURS
R/S:BAE+ NVBS HEARD
CNS:NAD
COURSE IN THE .:
44YEAR MALE ADMITTED WITH ABOVE MENTIONED
COMPLAINS.NECESSARY
INVESTIGATIONS WERE DONE AND DIAGNOSED WITH DECOMPENSATED
CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE WITH GRADE 1 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES.DIAGNOSTIC ASCITIC
TAP WAS
DONE.4FFPS WERE TRANSFUSED ON 23-09-2023.ENDOSCOPY WAS
DONE.PATIENT WAS
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE AND PLANNED FOR DISCHARGE.
*Investigation*
NameValueRangeNameValueRangeLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
22-09-2023 04:37:PMTotal
Bilurubin4.63 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin2.97 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)66 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)46 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE453 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS5.6 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.16 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G
RATIO0.63HBsAg-RAPID22-09-2023 04:37:PMNegative
BLOOD UREA22-09-2023 04:37:PM19 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE22-09-2023
04:37:PM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C
l) AND SERUM IONIZED
CALCIUM 22-09-2023 04:37:PMSODIUM137 mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.1 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE101 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED0.92 mmol/Lmmol/LAnti HCV Antibodies -
RAPID22-09-2023 04:37:PMNon
Reactive COMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE (CBP) 24-09-2023
04:41:AMHAEMOGLOBIN8.5 gm/dl
17.0-13.0 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT5000 cells/cumm
10000-4000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS47 %
80-40 %
LYMPHOCYTES40 %
40-20 %
EOSINOPHILS03 %
6-1 %
MONOCYTES10 %
10-2 %
BASOPHILS00 %2-0 %PLATELET COUNT72,000SMEARNormocytic
normochromic anemia with
thrombocytopenia.SERUM PROTEIN24-09-2023 04:41:AM5.6 g/dl
.8.3-6.4 g/dl .COMPLETE BLOOD
PICTURE (CBP) 25-09-2023 04:35:AMHAEMOGLOBIN8.5 gm/dl
17.0-13.0 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT4800 cells/cumm
10000-4000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS43 %
80-40 %
LYMPHOCYTES42 %
40-20 %
EOSINOPHILS03 %
6-1 %
MONOCYTES12 %
10-2 %
BASOPHILS00 %
2-0 %
PLATELET COUNT62,000SMEARNormocytic normochromic Anemia with
thrombocytopeniaSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
25-09-2023 04:35:AMSODIUM137
mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.0 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE101 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED1.15 mmol/Lmmol/LCOMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE (CBP)
26-09-2023
04:51:AMHAEMOGLOBIN9.1 gm/dl
17.0-13.0 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT8680 cells/cumm
10000-4000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS54 %
80-40 %
LYMPHOCYTES28 %
40-20 %
EOSINOPHILS02 %
6-1 %
MONOCYTES16 %
10-2 %
BASOPHILS00 %
2-0 %
PLATELET COUNT64,000SMEARNormocytic normochromic Anemia with
thrombocytopeniaSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
26-09-2023 04:51:AMSODIUM138
mEq/L
145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM4.1 mEq/L
5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE101 mEq/L
98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED1.09 mmol/Lmmol/L
2D ECHO SCREENING:
ALL CHAMBERS DILATED
EF:66%
IVC/SVC/CS:IVC SIZE(1.22CM)NON COLLAPSING
DOPPLER STUDY:
MITRAL FLOW: A>E
AORTIC FLOW:1.94
TRICUSPID FLOW:RVSP2 48+10=58MMHG
CONCLUSION:
-MODERATE TR+ WITH PAH;MODERATE AL+
-NO RWMA,NOAS/MS,SCLEROTIC AV
-GOOD LV SYSYTOLIC FUNCTION, NO LV CLOT
APTT (23/9/23)-46 SEC
PT(23/9/23)-23 SEC
INR-1.6
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN SUGAR(23./9/23)
SUGAR-163
PROTEIN-0.4
(24/9/23)
APTT-45 SEC
PT-22 SEC
INR-1.6
(25/9/23)
APTT-43 SEC
PT-21 SEC
INR-1.55
(27/9/23)
APTT-41 SEC
PT-20 SEC
INR-1.48
HEMOGRAM(27/9/23)
HB-8.7
TLC-6900
PCV-25.8
RBC-2.53
PLT-80000
(29/9/23)
APTT-34 SEC
PT-17 SEC
INR-1.2
*Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)*
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
2.SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3.INJ VIT K 10MG IM/OD
4.TAB LASIX 40MG PO/BD
5.TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
6.TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
7.SYRUP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/TID
8.SYRUP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD
9.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN A GLASS OF WATER /MILK TWICE DAILY
10.2EGG WHITES /DAY
11.STRICT I/O CHARTING
12.MONITOR VITALS 4RTH HOURLY
*Advice at Discharge*
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
2.SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3.TAB LASIX 40MG PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS 8AM--4PM
4.TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS 8AM---8PM
5.TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD FOR 5 DAYS 8AM--8PM
6.SYRUP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/TID '---'---'
7.SYRUP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD '---'---'
8.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN A GLASS OF WATER /MILK TWICE DAILY
9.2EGG WHITES /DAY
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension @867051314767696
[08/05/25, 2:36:28 PM] Meta AI: *Learning Points:*
1. *Variability in clinical presentation:* Patients with
portal hypertension can present with diverse symptoms, such as abdominal
discomfort, pedal edema, and ascites.
2. *Importance of laboratory tests:* Laboratory tests,
including liver function tests, serum electrolytes, and ascitic fluid analysis,
are crucial in diagnosing and managing portal hypertension.
3. *Role of imaging studies:* Imaging studies, such as 2D
echo, can help identify complications like pulmonary arterial hypertension and
assess cardiac function.
4. *Therapeutic variability:* Treatment plans for portal
hypertension can vary depending on the patient's specific needs and
circumstances, including diuretics, antibiotics, and nutritional support.
5. *Importance of monitoring:* Regular monitoring of
patients' vital signs, laboratory results, and clinical status is essential to
adjust treatment plans and prevent complications.
*Factors influencing outcomes:*
1. *Disease severity:* The severity of portal hypertension
and underlying liver disease can impact patient outcomes.
2. *Comorbidities:* Presence of comorbidities, such as
anemia and thrombocytopenia, can influence patient outcomes.
3. *Treatment adherence:* Adherence to treatment plans,
including medication and lifestyle modifications, can impact patient outcomes.
4. *Multidisciplinary care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists and other specialists, can
improve patient outcomes.
*Optimizing care:*
1. *Individualized care:* Treatment plans should be tailored
to the individual patient's needs and circumstances.
2. *Evidence-based practice:* Clinicians should prioritize
evidence-based treatments and avoid non-evidence-based interventions.
3. *Regular review and adjustment:* Treatment plans should
be regularly reviewed and adjusted based on the patient's response and changing
circumstances.
By understanding the variability in clinical presentation,
laboratory results, and therapeutic approaches, clinicians can provide more
effective and personalized care for patients with portal hypertension.
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summarise the as case report and re analyse the case for newer learning points
different from above 12 cases
[08/05/25, 2:37:46 PM] Meta AI: *Case Report:*
A 44-year-old male patient presented with abdominal
discomfort, pedal edema, and ascites. Laboratory tests revealed abnormal liver
function tests, low serum albumin, and ascitic fluid analysis consistent with
cirrhosis. The patient was diagnosed with decompensated chronic liver disease
with grade 1 esophageal varices. Treatment included diuretics, antibiotics, and
nutritional support. Despite treatment, the patient's condition progressed, and
he eventually expired a few months after discharge.
*Re-analysis:*
Upon re-analysis, several newer learning points emerge:
1. *Importance of early recognition and management:* Early
recognition and management of decompensated cirrhosis are crucial to prevent
further complications and improve patient outcomes.
2. *Role of nutritional support:* Nutritional support is
essential in patients with cirrhosis, as malnutrition can worsen outcomes.
3. *Need for multidisciplinary care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, hepatologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with
cirrhosis.
4. *Importance of prognostication:* Prognostication is
essential in cirrhosis, as it helps clinicians and patients understand the
disease trajectory and make informed decisions about care.
5. *Limitations of current treatments:* Current treatments
for cirrhosis have limitations, and new therapeutic approaches are needed to
improve patient outcomes.
*New learning points:*
1. *Impact of cirrhosis on quality of life:* Cirrhosis can
significantly impact patients' quality of life, and clinicians should
prioritize symptom management and palliative care.
2. *Role of palliative care:* Palliative care can play an
important role in managing symptoms, improving quality of life, and supporting
patients with cirrhosis.
3. *Need for advanced care planning:* Advanced care planning
is essential in cirrhosis, as it helps patients and clinicians make informed
decisions about care and ensures that patients' wishes are respected.
By re-analyzing the case, we can identify newer learning
points that highlight the importance of early recognition and management,
nutritional support, multidisciplinary care, prognostication, and palliative
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analysis on why ascites was the presentation for all the cases
[08/05/25, 2:44:14 PM] Meta AI: *Analysis of Ascites as a
Presentation in All Cases:*
Ascites, the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity,
was a common presentation in all the cases discussed. This is consistent with
the fact that ascites is a frequent complication of cirrhosis and portal
hypertension.
*Reasons for Ascites as a Presentation:*
1. *Portal Hypertension:* Ascites is often a manifestation
of portal hypertension, which is a common complication of cirrhosis.
2. *Liver Dysfunction:* Ascites can also be a sign of liver
dysfunction, as the liver's ability to detoxify and metabolize substances is
impaired.
3. *Fluid Overload:* Ascites can be a result of fluid
overload, which is common in patients with cirrhosis due to factors such as
hypoalbuminemia and portal hypertension.
*Implications:*
1. *Early Detection:* Early detection of ascites is crucial,
as it can indicate the presence of underlying liver disease or portal
hypertension.
2. *Comprehensive Evaluation:* A comprehensive evaluation,
including laboratory tests and imaging studies, is necessary to determine the
underlying cause of ascites.
3. *Targeted Treatment:* Treatment should be targeted at the
underlying cause of ascites, whether it be cirrhosis, portal hypertension, or
another condition.
*Common Themes:*
1. *Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension:* Many of the cases
discussed involved cirrhosis and portal hypertension, highlighting the
importance of these conditions in the development of ascites.
2. *Complexity of Care:* The cases demonstrated the
complexity of care required for patients with ascites, including the need for
multidisciplinary collaboration and individualized treatment plans.
3. *Importance of Prognostication:* Prognostication is
essential in patients with ascites, as it helps clinicians and patients
understand the disease trajectory and make informed decisions about care.
By analyzing the cases, we can see that ascites is a common
presentation in patients with cirrhosis and portal hypertension, and that early
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therapeutic uncertainty in case 14
[08/05/25, 2:48:39 PM] Meta AI: *Therapeutic Uncertainty in
Case 14:*
1. *Optimal management of ascites:* The optimal management
of ascites in patients with cirrhosis can be uncertain, particularly in cases
where there is a risk of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis or hepatorenal
syndrome.
2. *Use of diuretics:* The use of diuretics in patients with
cirrhosis can be uncertain, particularly in cases where there is a risk of
dehydration or electrolyte imbalances.
3. *Role of nutritional support:* The optimal nutritional
support for patients with cirrhosis can be uncertain, particularly in cases
where there is malnutrition or sarcopenia.
4. *Timing of intervention:* The timing of intervention for
complications such as variceal bleeding or hepatorenal syndrome can be
uncertain.
*Factors Contributing to Therapeutic Uncertainty:*
1. *Complexity of cirrhosis:* Cirrhosis is a complex disease
with multiple complications, making it challenging to determine the optimal
treatment approach.
2. *Variability in patient response:* Patients with
cirrhosis can respond differently to treatment, making it uncertain which
approach will be most effective.
3. *Limited evidence:* There may be limited evidence to
guide treatment decisions in certain situations, contributing to therapeutic
uncertainty.
*Implications:*
1. *Individualized care:* Treatment plans should be
individualized based on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
2. *Multidisciplinary collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, hepatologists, and other
specialists, can help reduce therapeutic uncertainty and improve patient
outcomes.
3. *Ongoing monitoring:* Ongoing monitoring of patients'
clinical status and laboratory results can help identify changes in their
condition and inform treatment decisions.
By acknowledging and addressing therapeutic uncertainty,
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[08/05/25, 7:03:49 PM] ~ Dr.Abdulsalam: ### **Structured
Case Report & Critical Analysis**
**Title:** Chronic Liver Disease with Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis (SBP) and Portal Hypertension: Lessons in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainty
#### **Case Summary**
**Patient Profile**:
- **Diagnosis**: Portal hypertension, decompensated
cirrhosis, SBP, lower limb cellulitis.
- **Timeline**:
- Admission:
19/8/23
- Discharge: 19/4/23
(expired post-discharge).
- **Key Interventions**:
- Ascitic fluid
analysis (PMN count >250 cells/μL confirmed SBP).
- Esophageal
variceal banding (EVL) for variceal bleeding prophylaxis.
- Antibiotics
(empirical ceftriaxone), L-Ornithine L-Aspartate (LOLA/Hepamerz).
---
### **1. Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis (SBP): Diagnostic
& Therapeutic Challenges**
#### **Key Diagnostic Tests**:
1. **Ascitic Fluid Analysis**:
- **PMN Count**:
>250 cells/μL is diagnostic (sensitivity >90%).
- **Culture
Limitations**: Only 40–60% yield due to low bacterial load and prior antibiotic
use.
- **This Case**:
Culture-negative SBP likely due to delayed paracentesis or empirical
antibiotics.
2. **Adjunctive Tests**:
- Ascitic fluid
lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), glucose, and protein to exclude secondary
peritonitis.
- Serum-ascites
albumin gradient (SAAG) to confirm portal hypertension.
#### **Therapeutic Uncertainties**:
- **Antibiotic Overuse**:
- Escalation to
broad-spectrum antibiotics (e.g., meropenem) without culture guidance risks
resistance.
- **Guideline
Adherence**: Empirical ceftriaxone (5–7 days) is first-line; prolonged therapy
lacks evidence.
- **LOLA (Hepamerz) Controversy**:
- **No Proven
Mortality Benefit**: Limited RCT evidence for hepatic encephalopathy or
SBP.
- **Cost and Placebo
Effect**: Overprescription driven by anecdotal reports.
---
### **2. Esophageal Variceal Banding (EVL): Indications
& Pitfalls**
#### **Role of EVL**:
- **Primary Prophylaxis**: For large varices (≥5 mm) with
high bleeding risk (Child-Pugh B/C).
- **Secondary Prophylaxis**: Post-bleeding recurrence
prevention.
#### **Learning Points**:
1. **Timing**: EVL delayed until cellulitis/active infection
resolved (bleeding risk during sepsis).
2. **Over-testing**:
- Repeated
endoscopies without clear indications (e.g., stable varices).
- CT imaging
overuse for variceal screening instead of ultrasound/endoscopy.
---
### **3. Web 2.0 to Web 3.0 Transition: Human-AI
Collaboration in Clinical Decisions**
| **Web 2.0** | **Web 3.0
(Human-in-the-Loop)** |
|----------------------------------|------------------------------------------|
| Static data retrieval (e.g., SBP guidelines) | Dynamic
AI-guided decision support (e.g., flagging LOLA’s weak evidence). |
| One-way queries (e.g., "What is SBP?") | Interactive refinement (e.g., AI
questioning antibiotic escalation). |
| Limited contextual adaptation | Adaptive learning from clinician feedback
(e.g., reducing over-testing). |
---
### **4. Learning Points: Minimizing Over-Testing and
Over-Treatment**
1. **Diagnostic Restraint**:
- Avoid repeated
paracentesis if PMN count confirms SBP and clinical improvement.
- Use SAAG >1.1
g/dL to prioritize portal hypertension workup over rarer causes.
2. **Evidence-Based Antibiotics**:
- **Ceftriaxone**:
First-line for SBP (5 days unless culture-directed).
- **Avoid
Carbapenems**: Reserve for confirmed ESBL infections or clinical
deterioration.
3. **Deprescribe Non-Evidence Therapies**:
- **LOLA**:
Discontinue if no improvement in encephalopathy within 48h.
- **Albumin**: Give
only if serum creatinine >1 mg/dL or SBP (1.5 g/kg on Day 1).
4. **Patient-Centered Goals**:
- Address alcohol
use (major driver of cirrhosis progression).
- Palliative care
integration for advanced disease (e.g., frailty, recurrent admissions).
---
### **5. Web 3.0 in Action: Optimizing Complexity**
- **AI-Driven Alerts**: Flag non-guideline-compliant orders
(e.g., LOLA, prolonged antibiotics).
- **Uncertainty Navigation**:
- **Probabilistic
Reasoning**: AI estimates likelihood of culture-negative SBP vs. secondary
peritonitis.
- **Shared
Decision-Making**: Visualize risks/benefits of EVL vs. NSBBs (non-selective
beta-blockers).
---
### **Conclusion**
This case highlights the critical role of **contextual AI
integration** (Web 3.0) in balancing guideline adherence with individualized
care. By addressing over-testing (e.g., redundant imaging) and overtreatment
(e.g., LOLA, antibiotic overuse), clinicians can reduce harm while maintaining
diagnostic rigor. Future systems must prioritize **transparency in
uncertainty** (e.g., culture-negative SBP probabilities) and **real-time
evidence synthesis** to empower participatory decision-making.
**Read the full analysis**: [Morning Project Session:
Participatory Medical
Cognition](https://medicinedepartment.blogspot.com/2025/05/morning-projr-session-participatory.html?m=1)
Let me know if you need further refinement! 🩺
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[12/05/25, 8:20:50 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 15*
Age-39 yrs male
Admission - 02/10/23
Discharge -06/10/23
Follow up - patient is doing well
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
SUBACUTE BACTERIAL PERITONITIS
ANEMIA SECONDARY TO NUTRITIONAL ? B12 DEFICIENCY
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O PAIN ABDOMEN
YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION
PEAL EDEMA SINCE ONE MONTH
HOPI :
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ALRIGHT 1 MONTH BACK THEN HE HAD PAIN
ABDOMEN IN THE
EPIGASTRIC REGION AND UMBILICAL REGION WHICH IS TWISTING
TYPE OF PAIN , NON
RADIATING , NOT AOCIATED WITH NAUSEA , VOITINGS , OR LOOSE
STOOLS
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE ONE MONTH
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH WHICH IS PITTING TYPE
FEVER + SINCE 1O DAYS , LOW GRADE , ONLY EVENING RISE OF
TEMPERATURE
NO CHEST PAIN , SOB , PALPIATIONS .
NO MALENA , HEMATURIA , HEMATEMESIS
PAST HISTORY :
N/K/C/O DM , HTN , THYROID DIORDERS , CVA , CAD
PERSONAL HISTORY:
MIXED DIET
APPETITE IS NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER - REGULAR
ADDICTIONS: ALCOHOLIC SNCE 20 YEARS [DAILY 90ML}
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS,COHERENT,COOPERATIVE
PALLOR+
NO SIGNS OF PALLOR,ICTERUS,CLUBBING,CYANOSIS
,LYMPHADENOPATHY,EDEMA
VITALS-
TEMP- 98.5
PR- 98 BPM
RR- 18CPM
BP-110/60MMHG
SPO2- 98% AT RA
NO CHEST PAIN , SOB , PALPIATIONS .
NO MALENA , HEMATURIA , HEMATEMESIS
Investigation
HB : 7.1
PCV : 21.2
TLC : 5000
RBC : 2.04
PLATEELET COUNT : 1.5
PT : 18 SECINRV: 1.33
APTT : 35
SEROLOGY : NEGATIVE
RBS : 142
RFT :
UREA : 21
CREATININE : 0.8
2/10/23 4/10/23
NA : 136 137
K : 3.7 3.8
CL: 98 104
LFT : 2/10/23 3/10/23
TB: 3.17 2.40
DB : 1,.64 1.94
AST:58 47
ALT : 28 22
ALP :263 251
TP :6.2 6.4
ALBUMIN : 2.2 2.76
A/G : 0.55 0.76
CA IONIZED : 1.01 1.20
ASCITIC FLUID CYTOLOGY :
SHOWS PREDOMINANTLY DEGENERATED NEUTROPHILS , FEW
LYMPHOCYTES ,
MESOTHELIAL CELLS IN AN PROTIACIOUS BACKGROUND
NO EVIDENCE OF ATYPICAL CELLS
ASCITIC FLUID SUGAR- 171 MG/DL
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN- 1.5 GM/DL
ASCITIC FLUID LDH-207 IU/L
CELL COUNT OF ASCITIC FLUID:
APPEARS CLEAR
COLOR-PALE YELLOW
TOTAL COUNT-300 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS-70%
LYMPHOCYTES- 30%
RBC-NIL
FEW MESOTHELIAL CELLS SEEN
VOLUME - 2ML
SERUM ALBUMIN - 2.2 GM/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN - 0.4 GM/DL
SAAG- 1.8
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LITRES /DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2 G /DAY
3. INJ PAN 40 MG IV /OD
4. INJ CEFOTAXIME 2 GM IV /TID X 4DAYS
5.INJ VITCOFOL 2500 MG IM/OD X 4DAYS
6.TAB . LASIX 20 MG PO /BD
7.TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD
8.TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO /BD
9.2-3 EGG WHITES /DAY
Advice at Discharge
1. FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LITRES /DAY
2. SALT RESTRICTION <2 G /DAY
3. TAB.PAN 40 MG IV /OD X 3 DAYS
4.TAB.TAXIM 200MG PO/BD X 3 DAYS
5.TAB.LASIX 20MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK
6.INJ.VITCOFOL (2500MG)
ALTERNATE DAY X 1 WEEK
WEEKLY ONCE X 1 MONTH
MONTHLY ONCE X 3MONTHS
7.TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK
8.TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO /BD X 1 WEEK
9.2-3 EGG WHITES /DAY
Follow Up
REVIEW AFTER 1 WEEK WITH LFT REPORTS
@867051314767696 Coding: identify initial codes and labels
to capture the key concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
[12/05/25, 8:20:54 AM] Meta AI: *Learning Points:*
1. *Importance of early recognition and management:* Early
recognition and management of decompensated cirrhosis are crucial to prevent
further complications and improve patient outcomes.
2. *Role of nutritional support:* Nutritional support is
essential in patients with cirrhosis, as malnutrition can worsen outcomes.
3. *Impact of alcohol consumption:* Alcohol consumption can
significantly impact patient outcomes in cirrhosis, and cessation is crucial
for disease management.
4. *Importance of laboratory tests:* Laboratory tests,
including liver function tests and ascitic fluid analysis, are crucial in
diagnosing and managing cirrhosis.
5. *Therapeutic variability:* Treatment plans for cirrhosis
can vary depending on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
*Factors Influencing Outcomes:*
1. *Disease severity:* The severity of cirrhosis and portal
hypertension can impact patient outcomes.
2. *Nutritional status:* Malnutrition can worsen outcomes in
patients with cirrhosis.
3. *Alcohol consumption:* Continued alcohol consumption can
worsen outcomes in patients with cirrhosis.
4. *Timely management:* Timely management of complications,
such as spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, can improve patient outcomes.
*Emerging Themes:*
1. *Complexity of cirrhosis:* Cirrhosis is a complex disease
with multiple complications, requiring comprehensive care.
2. *Importance of multidisciplinary care:* Collaboration
between healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, hepatologists, and
other specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with
cirrhosis.
3. *Need for individualized care:* Treatment plans should be
individualized based on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
By analyzing the case, we can identify key learning points
and emerging themes that highlight the importance of early recognition and
management, nutritional support, and multidisciplinary care in patients with
cirrhosis. <This message was edited>
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case report format
[12/05/25, 8:21:58 AM] Meta AI: *Case Report:*
*Title:* Decompensated Chronic Liver Disease Secondary to
Alcohol: A Case Report
*Introduction:* A 39-year-old male patient presented with
abdominal pain, yellowish discoloration of eyes, abdominal distension, and
pedal edema. Laboratory tests revealed abnormal liver function tests, low serum
albumin, and ascitic fluid analysis consistent with cirrhosis.
*Case Presentation:* The patient had a history of alcohol
consumption for 20 years and presented with symptoms of decompensated
cirrhosis, including ascites and pedal edema. Laboratory tests revealed anemia,
thrombocytopenia, and abnormal liver function tests.
*Diagnosis:* Decompensated chronic liver disease secondary
to alcohol, subacute bacterial peritonitis, and anemia secondary to nutritional
deficiency.
*Treatment:* The patient was treated with diuretics,
antibiotics, and nutritional support. The patient responded well to treatment
and was discharged with follow-up appointments.
*Discussion:* This case highlights the importance of early
recognition and management of decompensated cirrhosis. Nutritional support is
essential in patients with cirrhosis, as malnutrition can worsen outcomes.
Alcohol cessation is crucial for disease management. Laboratory tests,
including liver function tests and ascitic fluid analysis, are crucial in
diagnosing and managing cirrhosis.
*Conclusion:* Decompensated cirrhosis is a complex disease
requiring comprehensive care. Multidisciplinary collaboration and
individualized treatment plans are necessary to improve patient outcomes. Early
recognition and management, nutritional support, and timely management of
complications can improve patient outcomes.
*Learning Points:*
1. *Early recognition and management:* Early recognition and
management of decompensated cirrhosis are crucial to prevent further
complications and improve patient outcomes.
2. *Nutritional support:* Nutritional support is essential
in patients with cirrhosis, as malnutrition can worsen outcomes.
3. *Alcohol cessation:* Alcohol cessation is crucial for
disease management in patients with cirrhosis secondary to alcohol consumption.
*Recommendations:*
1. *Multidisciplinary care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, hepatologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with
cirrhosis.
2. *Individualized care:* Treatment plans should be
individualized based on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
3. *Timely management:* Timely management of complications,
such as spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, can improve patient outcomes.
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thematic analysis of 15 cases and factors influencing the outcomes
[12/05/25, 8:24:05 AM] Meta AI: *Thematic Analysis of 15
Cases:*
*Themes:*
1. *Complexity of Liver Disease:* Liver disease is a complex
condition with multiple complications, requiring comprehensive care.
2. *Importance of Early Recognition and Management:* Early
recognition and management of liver disease are crucial to prevent further
complications and improve patient outcomes.
3. *Role of Nutritional Support:* Nutritional support is
essential in patients with liver disease, as malnutrition can worsen outcomes.
4. *Impact of Comorbidities:* Comorbidities, such as anemia
and infections, can impact patient outcomes in liver disease.
5. *Importance of Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration
between healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, hepatologists, and
other specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with
liver disease.
*Factors Influencing Outcomes:*
1. *Disease Severity:* The severity of liver disease can
impact patient outcomes.
2. *Nutritional Status:* Malnutrition can worsen outcomes in
patients with liver disease.
3. *Comorbidities:* Presence of comorbidities, such as
anemia and infections, can impact patient outcomes.
4. *Timely Management:* Timely management of complications
can improve patient outcomes.
5. *Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers can improve patient outcomes.
*Patterns and Insights:*
1. *Variability in Clinical Presentation:* Patients with
liver disease can present with diverse symptoms and complications.
2. *Importance of Laboratory Tests:* Laboratory tests,
including liver function tests and ascitic fluid analysis, are crucial in
diagnosing and managing liver disease.
3. *Therapeutic Variability:* Treatment plans for liver
disease can vary depending on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
*Implications:*
1. *Individualized Care:* Treatment plans should be
individualized based on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
2. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients
with liver disease.
3. *Early Recognition and Management:* Early recognition and
management of liver disease are crucial to prevent further complications and
improve patient outcomes.
By analyzing the 15 cases, we can identify key themes and
factors influencing outcomes in patients with liver disease. These insights can
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discover new learning points after re analysing 15 cases
[12/05/25, 8:24:49 AM] Meta AI: *New Learning Points:*
1. *Importance of Palliative Care:* Palliative care can play
a crucial role in managing symptoms and improving quality of life for patients
with advanced liver disease.
2. *Role of Advanced Care Planning:* Advanced care planning
is essential in liver disease, as it helps patients and clinicians make
informed decisions about care and ensures that patients' wishes are respected.
3. *Impact of Social Determinants:* Social determinants,
such as socioeconomic status and access to healthcare, can impact patient
outcomes in liver disease.
4. *Need for Patient Education:* Patient education is
crucial in liver disease, as it helps patients understand their condition and
make informed decisions about care.
5. *Importance of Family Support:* Family support can play a
vital role in caring for patients with liver disease, and clinicians should
involve family members in care planning when possible.
*Additional Insights:*
1. *Variability in Disease Progression:* Liver disease can
progress at different rates in different patients, and clinicians should be
aware of the potential for rapid progression in some cases.
2. *Importance of Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of
patients with liver disease is crucial to detect complications early and adjust
treatment plans accordingly.
3. *Role of Lifestyle Modifications:* Lifestyle
modifications, such as abstinence from alcohol and weight loss, can improve
outcomes in patients with liver disease.
*Implications for Clinical Practice:*
1. *Comprehensive Care:* Clinicians should provide
comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of
patients with liver disease.
2. *Patient-Centered Care:* Care plans should be
patient-centered and tailored to the individual patient's needs and
circumstances.
3. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients
with liver disease.
By re-analyzing the 15 cases, we can identify new learning
points and insights that can inform clinical practice and improve patient care.
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[12/05/25, 8:29:27 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 16*
40 years male
Admission- 16/12/23
Discharge-26/12/23
Follow up - lost on follow up
*Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
ASCITIS WITH HIGH SAAG
CYSTITIS (RESOLVED)
NEPHROTIC SYNDROME
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
39YEAR OLD MALE CAB DRIVER BY OCCUPATION RESIDENT OF WEST
BENGAL CAME TO
GM OPD WITH COMPLAINTS OF
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 2 MONTHS
B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS
DECREASED APPETITE SINCE 2 MONTHS
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 1 MONTH
HOPI:PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 MONTHS BACK THEN
HE DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATED
WITH DECREASED APPETITE SINCE THEN B/L PEDAL EDEMA UPTO KNEE
SINCE 2 MONTHS
PITTING TYPE INCREASED ON WALKING AND RELIEVED ON
REST.DECREASED URINARY
OUTPUT SINCE 1 MONTH INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALY
PROGRESSIVE.
NO H/O FEVER,COUGH,BREATHLESSNESS
PAST HISTORY:
NOT A K/C/O DM,HTN,ASTHMA,TB,EPILEPSY
NO H/O CVA,CAD
PERSONAL HISTORY
MIXED DIET
APPETITE -NORMAL
BOWEL -REGULAR
MICTURITION -NORMAL
NO KNOWN ALLERGIES
OCCASIONALLY ALCOHOLIC 180ML WEEKLY ONCE AND STOPPED 1 YEAR
BACK
SMOKER BD - 1 PACK/DAY AND STOPPED 3 MONTHS BACK
FAMILY HISTORY - NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS CONSCIOUS, COHERENT, COOPERATIVE WELL ORIENTD TO TIME,
PLACE, PERSON
MODERATELY BUILT AND NOURISHED
VITALS
BP : 110/70MM HG
PR 84 BPM
SPO2 98 % AT RA
TEMP 98.3 F
NO PALLOR , ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY,
EDEMA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS S1 AND S2 +
RS NVBS HEARD, BAE +
P/A - SOFT,NON TENDER
CNS EXAMINATION:NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
COURSE IN THE .:39 YEAR OLD MALE CAR DRIVER BY OCCUPATION
RESIDENT OF
WEST BENGAL PRESENTED TO GM OPD WITH ABDOMINAL DISTENTION
AND B/L PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS.AFTER THOROUGH CLINICAL EVALUATION AND
INVESTIGATIONS
DIAGNOSED AS CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE AND DIAGNOSTIC TAP SHOWED
HIGH SAAG LOW
PROTEIN FOLLOWED BY THERAPEUTIC TAP AND PATIENT IMPROVED
SYMPTOMATICALLY.HE THEN DEVELOPED CLOUDY TURBID AND HIGH
COLOURED URINE
FOR WHICH UROLOGY REFERAL WAS DONE ON 12/12/23 AND X-RAY KUB
AND
UROFLOWMETRY WAS DONE WHICH WERE FOUND OUT TO BE NORMAL
RULING OUT
BLADDER CALCULUS AND STRICTURE URETHRA.LATER 24HR URINARY
PROTEIN VALUE
SHOWED 3,834 MG/DAY AND 24 HR URINARY CREATININE SHOWED A
VALUE OF
2.6GM/DAY.PATIENT IS SUSPECTED TO HAVE NEPHROTIC SYNDROME,TO
CONFIRM THE
DIAGNOSIS RENAL BIOPSY WAS DONE ON 22/12/23 AND PATIENT IS
BEING DISCHARGED IN
HAEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION AND REVIEW TO GENERAL
MEDICINE OPD WITH
RENAL BIOPSY AFTER 10 DAYS.
*Investigation*
BLOOD UREA20 mg/dl
42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dl
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
Total Bilurubin0.69 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.18 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)136 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)87 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE616 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS4.5 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.0 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.80
HBsAg-RAPIDNegative Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPIDNon Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
COLOURPale yellow
APPEARANCEClear
REACTIONAcidic
SP.GRAVITY1.010
ALBUMINtrace
SUGARNil
BILE SALTSNil
BILE PIGMENTSNil
PUS CELLS3-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3
RED BLOOD CELLSNil
CRYSTALSNil
CASTSNil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITSAbsent
OTHERSNil
SAAG:1.65
SERUM ALBUMIN- 2.0 GM/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN- 0.35 GM/DL
CELL COUNT OF ASCITIC FLUID:
CLEAR, YELLOW
TOTAL COUNT- 50 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS- 100%
USG DONE ON 16/11/23
IMPRESSION- COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER S/P- CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE
SEVERE ASCITES WITH THIN INTERNAL SEPTAE
NORMAL DIRECTION AND CALIBER OF PORTAL VEIN
DIFFUSE GB WALL EDEMA DUE TO ASCITES
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB.LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD
TAB.LEVOFLOXACIN 750MG PO BD x 7 DAYS
TAB.NIFTY-SR PO OD
SYP. LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
SYP.ALKASTONE B6 15ML IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO BD
STRICT ALCOHOL ABSTINENCE
Advice at Discharge
TAB.LASIX 20MG PO BD x 7 DAYS
TAB.SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO OD x 7 DAYS
SYP. LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID x 7 DAYS
SYP.ALKASTONE B6 15ML IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO BD x 7 DAYS
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD WITH RENAL BIOPSY REPORT
AFTER 10DAYS
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Theme representation: new learning points
[12/05/25, 8:29:29 AM] Meta AI: *New Learning Points:*
1. *Complexity of Multi-Organ Involvement:* The case
highlights the complexity of multi-organ involvement in patients with liver
disease, including the potential for kidney involvement and nephrotic syndrome.
2. *Importance of Comprehensive Evaluation:* A comprehensive
evaluation, including laboratory tests and imaging studies, is necessary to
diagnose and manage patients with liver disease and potential kidney
involvement.
3. *Role of Renal Biopsy:* Renal biopsy can be a crucial
diagnostic tool in patients with suspected nephrotic syndrome, providing
valuable information about kidney pathology.
4. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, nephrologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with liver
disease and kidney involvement.
5. *Importance of Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of
patients with liver disease and kidney involvement is crucial to detect
complications early and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
*Emerging Themes:*
1. *Interconnectedness of Liver and Kidney Disease:* The
case highlights the interconnectedness of liver and kidney disease, with
potential implications for patient outcomes.
2. *Importance of Early Detection:* Early detection of
kidney involvement in patients with liver disease is crucial to prevent further
complications and improve patient outcomes.
3. *Need for Individualized Care:* Treatment plans should be
individualized based on the patient's specific needs and circumstances.
*Implications for Clinical Practice:*
1. *Comprehensive Care:* Clinicians should provide
comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of
patients with liver disease and kidney involvement.
2. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients
with liver disease and kidney involvement.
3. *Regular Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of patients with
liver disease and kidney involvement is crucial to detect complications early
and adjust treatment plans accordingly. <This message was edited>
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40 years male
Admission- 16/12/23
Discharge-26/12/23
Follow up - lost on follow up
*Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
ASCITIS WITH HIGH SAAG
CYSTITIS (RESOLVED)
NEPHROTIC SYNDROME
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
39YEAR OLD MALE CAB DRIVER BY OCCUPATION RESIDENT OF WEST
BENGAL CAME TO
GM OPD WITH COMPLAINTS OF
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 2 MONTHS
B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS
DECREASED APPETITE SINCE 2 MONTHS
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 1 MONTH
HOPI:PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 MONTHS BACK THEN
HE DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATED
WITH DECREASED APPETITE SINCE THEN B/L PEDAL EDEMA UPTO KNEE
SINCE 2 MONTHS
PITTING TYPE INCREASED ON WALKING AND RELIEVED ON
REST.DECREASED URINARY
OUTPUT SINCE 1 MONTH INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALY
PROGRESSIVE.
NO H/O FEVER,COUGH,BREATHLESSNESS
PAST HISTORY:
NOT A K/C/O DM,HTN,ASTHMA,TB,EPILEPSY
NO H/O CVA,CAD
PERSONAL HISTORY
MIXED DIET
APPETITE -NORMAL
BOWEL -REGULAR
MICTURITION -NORMAL
NO KNOWN ALLERGIES
OCCASIONALLY ALCOHOLIC 180ML WEEKLY ONCE AND STOPPED 1 YEAR
BACK
SMOKER BD - 1 PACK/DAY AND STOPPED 3 MONTHS BACK
FAMILY HISTORY - NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS CONSCIOUS, COHERENT, COOPERATIVE WELL ORIENTD TO TIME,
PLACE, PERSON
MODERATELY BUILT AND NOURISHED
VITALS
BP : 110/70MM HG
PR 84 BPM
SPO2 98 % AT RA
TEMP 98.3 F
NO PALLOR , ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY,
EDEMA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS S1 AND S2 +
RS NVBS HEARD, BAE +
P/A - SOFT,NON TENDER
CNS EXAMINATION:NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
COURSE IN THE .:39 YEAR OLD MALE CAR DRIVER BY OCCUPATION
RESIDENT OF
WEST BENGAL PRESENTED TO GM OPD WITH ABDOMINAL DISTENTION
AND B/L PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS.AFTER THOROUGH CLINICAL EVALUATION AND
INVESTIGATIONS
DIAGNOSED AS CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE AND DIAGNOSTIC TAP SHOWED
HIGH SAAG LOW
PROTEIN FOLLOWED BY THERAPEUTIC TAP AND PATIENT IMPROVED
SYMPTOMATICALLY.HE THEN DEVELOPED CLOUDY TURBID AND HIGH
COLOURED URINE
FOR WHICH UROLOGY REFERAL WAS DONE ON 12/12/23 AND X-RAY KUB
AND
UROFLOWMETRY WAS DONE WHICH WERE FOUND OUT TO BE NORMAL
RULING OUT
BLADDER CALCULUS AND STRICTURE URETHRA.LATER 24HR URINARY
PROTEIN VALUE
SHOWED 3,834 MG/DAY AND 24 HR URINARY CREATININE SHOWED A
VALUE OF
2.6GM/DAY.PATIENT IS SUSPECTED TO HAVE NEPHROTIC SYNDROME,TO
CONFIRM THE
DIAGNOSIS RENAL BIOPSY WAS DONE ON 22/12/23 AND PATIENT IS
BEING DISCHARGED IN
HAEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION AND REVIEW TO GENERAL
MEDICINE OPD WITH
RENAL BIOPSY AFTER 10 DAYS.
*Investigation*
BLOOD UREA20 mg/dl
42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dl
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
Total Bilurubin0.69 mg/dl
1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin0.18 mg/dl
0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)136 IU/L
35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)87 IU/L
45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE616 IU/L
128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS4.5 gm/dl
8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN2.0 gm/dl
5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO0.80
HBsAg-RAPIDNegative Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPIDNon Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
COLOURPale yellow
APPEARANCEClear
REACTIONAcidic
SP.GRAVITY1.010
ALBUMINtrace
SUGARNil
BILE SALTSNil
BILE PIGMENTSNil
PUS CELLS3-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3
RED BLOOD CELLSNil
CRYSTALSNil
CASTSNil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITSAbsent
OTHERSNil
SAAG:1.65
SERUM ALBUMIN- 2.0 GM/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN- 0.35 GM/DL
CELL COUNT OF ASCITIC FLUID:
CLEAR, YELLOW
TOTAL COUNT- 50 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS- 100%
USG DONE ON 16/11/23
IMPRESSION- COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER S/P- CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE
SEVERE ASCITES WITH THIN INTERNAL SEPTAE
NORMAL DIRECTION AND CALIBER OF PORTAL VEIN
DIFFUSE GB WALL EDEMA DUE TO ASCITES
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB.LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD
TAB.LEVOFLOXACIN 750MG PO BD x 7 DAYS
TAB.NIFTY-SR PO OD
SYP. LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
SYP.ALKASTONE B6 15ML IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO BD
STRICT ALCOHOL ABSTINENCE
Advice at Discharge
TAB.LASIX 20MG PO BD x 7 DAYS
TAB.SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO OD x 7 DAYS
SYP. LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID x 7 DAYS
SYP.ALKASTONE B6 15ML IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO BD x 7 DAYS
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD WITH RENAL BIOPSY REPORT
AFTER 10DAYS
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before
[12/05/25, 8:31:51 AM] Meta AI: *Case Report:*
*Title:* Decompensated Liver Disease with Nephrotic
Syndrome: A Case Report
*Introduction:* A 39-year-old male patient presented with
abdominal distension, bilateral pedal edema, and decreased urine output.
Laboratory tests revealed abnormal liver function tests, high SAAG ascites, and
nephrotic syndrome.
*Case Presentation:* The patient had a history of occasional
alcohol consumption and smoking. He presented with symptoms of decompensated
cirrhosis, including ascites and pedal edema. Laboratory tests revealed
abnormal liver function tests, high SAAG ascites, and nephrotic syndrome.
*Diagnosis:* Decompensated liver disease with ascites and
nephrotic syndrome.
*Treatment:* The patient was treated with diuretics,
antibiotics, and lactulose. He underwent diagnostic and therapeutic
paracentesis, which improved his symptoms. He also underwent renal biopsy to
confirm the diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome.
*Discussion:* This case highlights the complexity of
decompensated liver disease and its potential complications, including
nephrotic syndrome. The patient's presentation with ascites and pedal edema
suggests portal hypertension, while the nephrotic syndrome may be related to
the liver disease or another underlying condition.
*New Learning Points:*
1. *Interconnection between Liver and Kidney Disease:* The
case highlights the potential interconnection between liver and kidney disease,
with implications for patient outcomes.
2. *Importance of Comprehensive Evaluation:* A comprehensive
evaluation, including laboratory tests and imaging studies, is necessary to
diagnose and manage patients with liver disease and potential kidney
involvement.
3. *Role of Renal Biopsy:* Renal biopsy can be a crucial
diagnostic tool in patients with suspected nephrotic syndrome, providing
valuable information about kidney pathology.
4. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, nephrologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with liver
disease and kidney involvement.
*Implications for Clinical Practice:*
1. *Comprehensive Care:* Clinicians should provide
comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of
patients with liver disease and kidney involvement.
2. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients
with liver disease and kidney involvement.
3. *Regular Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of patients with
liver disease and kidney involvement is crucial to detect complications early
and adjust treatment plans accordingly. <This message was edited>
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[12/05/25, 8:32:14 AM] Meta AI: *New Insights:*
1. *Liver-Kidney Interaction:* The case highlights the
complex interaction between liver and kidney disease, emphasizing the need for
clinicians to consider both organs when managing patients with decompensated
liver disease.
2. *Nephrotic Syndrome in Liver Disease:* The case
illustrates the potential for nephrotic syndrome to occur in patients with
liver disease, which may be related to the liver disease itself or another
underlying condition.
3. *Importance of Renal Biopsy:* The case demonstrates the
value of renal biopsy in diagnosing nephrotic syndrome and understanding kidney
pathology in patients with liver disease.
*Clinical Implications:*
1. *Multidisciplinary Approach:* The case emphasizes the
need for a multidisciplinary approach to managing patients with liver disease
and kidney involvement, involving gastroenterologists, nephrologists, and other
specialists.
2. *Comprehensive Evaluation:* A comprehensive evaluation,
including laboratory tests and imaging studies, is essential for diagnosing and
managing patients with liver disease and potential kidney involvement.
3. *Regular Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of patients with
liver disease and kidney involvement is crucial to detect complications early
and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
*Future Directions:*
1. *Further Research:* Further research is needed to
understand the mechanisms underlying the interaction between liver and kidney
disease.
2. *Development of Guidelines:* Guidelines for managing
patients with liver disease and kidney involvement would be beneficial to
ensure comprehensive care.
3. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is essential to provide comprehensive care for patients
with liver disease and kidney involvement. <This message was edited>
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[12/05/25, 9:57:31 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 17*
56 year male
Admission 31/12/23
Discharge 5/1/24
Follow up - lost on follow up
*Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
GRADE II ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
RIGHT HEART FAILURE
RIGHT UPPER LOBE CONSOLIDATION
?CAD
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
55 YEAR OLD MALE PATIENT WAS BROUGHT TO CASUALTY WITH
COMPLAINTS OF
SCROTAL SWELLING SINCE 15 DAYS
FEVER SINCE 15 DAYS
COUGH WITH SPUTUM SINCE 15 DAYS
YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE 15 DAYS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 15 DAYS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS
PATIENT WAS PERFECTLY ALRIGHT 6 MONTHS BACK WHEN HE
DEVELOPED ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS ONSET, GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
, ASSOCIATED
WITH SHORTNESS OF BREATH AND BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA,NOT
ASSOCIATED WITH
PAIN, NO AGGREVATING AND RELIEVING FACTORS.
H/O MELENA PRESENT
HE WAS THEN DIAGNOSED WITH CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE ,
*ENDOSCOPY* WAS DONE
WHICH SHOWED GRADE 2 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES. ASCITES WAS MANAGED
BY
THERAPEUTIC TAPPING.( AROUND 8 LITRES OF ASCITES FLUID WAS
TAPPED)
SINCE 15 DAYS,HE DEVELOPED BILATERAL SCROTAL EDEMA ,
GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
ASSOCIATED WITH DRAGGING TYPE OF PAIN , LOCAL RISE OF
TEMPERATURE AND
REDNESS PRESENT.
HISTORY OF FEVER ASSOCIATED WITH PRODUCTIVE COUGH
-NO H/O HEMATEMESIS , BLEEDING PER RECTUM, CONSTIPATION.
NO HISTORY OF HTN,DIABETES ,ASTHMA,EPILEPSY,CAD,CVA
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET:MIXED
SLEEP:ADEQUATE
BOWEL AND BLADDER:REGULAR
ADDICTIONS:NO
APPETITE:NORMAL
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS,COHERENT,COOPERATIVE,WELL ORIENTED TO
TIME,PLACE AND
PERSON.
PALLOR PRESENT
NO ICTERUS CYANOSIS,CLUBING,LYMPHADENOPATHY,EDEMA.
VITALS:
TEMPERATURE:98.6
BP:110/70 MM HG
PR:80 BPM
RR:18 CPM
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS:S1,S2 HEARD NO MURMURS.
RS:BAE +, CREPTS PRESENT IN BILATERAL INFRA AXILLARY AND
MAMMARY AREAS
PER ABDOMEN:
UNIFORMLY DISTENDED
NON TENDER
SHIFTING DULLNESS PRESENT
NO FLUID THRILL
CNS:NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS.
ON EXAMINATION
Investigation
BLOOD UREA31-12-2023 10:43:AM34 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE31-12-2023
10:43:AM1.0 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C
l) AND SERUM IONIZED
CALCIUM 31-12-2023 10:43:AM SODIUM138 mEq/L145-136
mEq/LPOTASSIUM3.5 mEq/L5.1-3.5
mEq/LCHLORIDE103 mEq/L98-107 mEq/LCALCIUM IONIZED1.06
mmol/Lmmol/LLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 31-12-2023 10:43:AM Total Bilurubin3.06
mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin1.50
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)35 IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)22
IU/L45-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATE247 IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS5.9 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN2.5 gm/dl5.2-
3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO0.73HBsAg-RAPID31-12-2023 10:50:AMNegative
Anti HCV Antibodies -
RAPID31-12-2023 10:50:AMNon Reactive LIVER FUNCTION TEST
(LFT) 03-01-2024 11:37:PM
Total Bilurubin1.88 mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin0.70
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)53 IU/L35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT)25 IU/L45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATE247
IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS5.2
gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN2.8 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G
RATIO1.16BLOOD UREA03-01-2024
11:37:PM25 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM CREATININE03-01-2024
11:37:PM1.0 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED
CALCIUM 03-01-2024 11:37:PM
SODIUM139 mEq/L145-136 mEq/LPOTASSIUM3.0 mEq/L5.1-3.5
mEq/LCHLORIDE104 mEq/L98-
107 mEq/LCALCIUM IONIZED1.12 mmol/Lmmol/LASCITIC FLUID
ANALYSISCYTOSMEAR
SHOWS PREDOMINANTLY LYMPHOCYTES , NO EVIDENCE OF ATYPICAL
CELLS1.89 SAAG
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
2-3 EGG WHITE PER DAY
INJ AUGMENTIN 1.2 GM IV TIDX 5 DAYS
INJ AZITHROMYCIN 500MG IV TID X5 DAYS
THERAPEUTIC TAP OF ASCITIC FLUID WAS DONE ON 1/4/24 ARIUND 1
LIT AND 3/1/24,
AROUND 1 1/2 LITRE
HEPATIC PROTEIN POWDER 2SCOOPS IN MILK TID
T UDILIV 150MG OD MORNING
T INDERAL 20MG OD HS AT NIGHT
T OROFER XT BD M/N
T BENFOMET 100MG OD AFT
T DYTOR PLUS 10/50 OD MORNING
SYP LATULOSE 20ML TID
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
2-3 EGG WHITE PER DAY
HEPATIC PROTEIN POWDER 2SCOOPS IN MILK TID
T UDILIV 150MG OD MORNING X 1 MONTH
T INDERAL 20MG OD HS AT NIGHT
T OROFER XT BD M/N X 1 MONTH
T BENFOMET 100MG OD AFTX 1 MONTH
T DYTOR PLUS 10/50 OD MORNING X 1 MONTH
SYP LATULOSE 20ML TID X 1 MONTH
Follow Up
AFTER 2 WEEKS TO GM OPD
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[12/05/25, 9:57:33 AM] Meta AI: *Case Report:*
*Title:* Decompensated Chronic Liver Disease with Grade II
Esophageal Varices and Right Heart Failure: A Case Report
*Introduction:* A 56-year-old male patient presented with
scrotal swelling, fever, cough with sputum, and yellowish discoloration of
eyes. Laboratory tests revealed abnormal liver function tests, ascites with
high SAAG, and grade II esophageal varices.
*Case Presentation:* The patient had a history of abdominal
distension, shortness of breath, and bilateral pedal edema. He was diagnosed
with chronic liver disease and grade II esophageal varices. Ascites was managed
by therapeutic tapping.
*Diagnosis:* Decompensated chronic liver disease with grade
II esophageal varices, right heart failure, and right upper lobe consolidation.
*Treatment:* The patient was treated with diuretics,
antibiotics, and lactulose. Therapeutic paracentesis was performed to manage
ascites.
*Discussion:* This case highlights the complexity of
decompensated liver disease and its potential complications, including ascites,
esophageal varices, and right heart failure. The patient's presentation with
scrotal swelling and fever suggests possible infection or inflammation.
*New Learning Points:*
1. *Importance of Comprehensive Evaluation:* A comprehensive
evaluation, including laboratory tests and imaging studies, is necessary to
diagnose and manage patients with decompensated liver disease.
2. *Role of Therapeutic Paracentesis:* Therapeutic
paracentesis can be an effective treatment for managing ascites in patients
with decompensated liver disease.
3. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, cardiologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with
decompensated liver disease and multiple comorbidities.
*Emerging Themes:*
1. *Variability in Clinical Presentation:* Patients with
decompensated liver disease can present with diverse symptoms and
complications.
2. *Importance of Laboratory Tests:* Laboratory tests,
including liver function tests and ascitic fluid analysis, are crucial in
diagnosing and managing decompensated liver disease.
3. *Therapeutic Variability:* Treatment plans for
decompensated liver disease can vary depending on the patient's specific needs
and circumstances.
*Implications for Clinical Practice:*
1. *Comprehensive Care:* Clinicians should provide
comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of
patients with decompensated liver disease.
2. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients
with decompensated liver disease and multiple comorbidities.
3. *Regular Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of patients with
decompensated liver disease is crucial to detect complications early and adjust
treatment plans accordingly. <This message was edited>
[12/05/25, 9:58:35 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: @867051314767696
heart failure and chronic liver disease
[12/05/25, 9:58:37 AM] Meta AI: *Heart Failure and Chronic
Liver Disease:*
1. *Interconnection:* Heart failure and chronic liver
disease can be interconnected, with each condition potentially exacerbating the
other.
2. *Shared Pathophysiology:* Both conditions involve complex
pathophysiological mechanisms, including inflammation, oxidative stress, and
hemodynamic changes.
3. *Clinical Implications:* Patients with heart failure and
chronic liver disease require comprehensive care, including management of both
conditions and their potential interactions.
*Key Considerations:*
1. *Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including cardiologists, gastroenterologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with heart
failure and chronic liver disease.
2. *Individualized Treatment:* Treatment plans should be
individualized based on the patient's specific needs and circumstances, taking
into account the potential interactions between heart failure and chronic liver
disease.
3. *Regular Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of patients with
heart failure and chronic liver disease is crucial to detect complications
early and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
*Potential Complications:*
1. *Worsening Liver Function:* Heart failure can worsen
liver function, leading to increased ascites, variceal bleeding, and other
complications.
2. *Cardiac Decompensation:* Chronic liver disease can
contribute to cardiac decompensation, leading to worsening heart failure and
potential organ dysfunction.
3. *Increased Morbidity and Mortality:* Patients with heart
failure and chronic liver disease are at increased risk of morbidity and
mortality, emphasizing the need for comprehensive care and management.
By understanding the interconnection between heart failure
and chronic liver disease, clinicians can provide more effective care and
management for patients with these conditions. <This message was edited>
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[12/05/25, 10:05:10 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 18*
45 years male
Admission - 8/1/24
Discharge -12/1/24
Follow up- patient is doing well
Stopped alcohol intake
*Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCHOHOL
WITH PORTAL
HYPERTENSION
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
A 44 YROLD MALE CAME TO OPD WITH COMPLAINTS OF B/L PEDAL
OEDEMA SINCE 6
MONTHS,ABDOMINAL DISTENSUIN SINCE 6 MONTHS COUGH WITH OUT
EXPECTORIATION
SINCE 4 DAYS
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 6 MONTHS AGO THEN HE
DEVELOPED B/L
PEDAL EDEMA PITTING TYPE INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE NO
AGGREVATING AND RELIEVING FACTORS
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 6 MONTHS INSCIDIOUS ONSET
GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
INITIALLY SMALL IN SIZE PROGRRESSED TO PRESENT SIZE
PT INITIALLY WENT TO OUT SIDE . DIAGNOSTIC TAP WAS DONE ( NO
DOCUMENTS
AVALIBLE ) THEN DISCHARGED WITH MEDICATION (LASIX)
COUGH WITH OUT EXPECTORIATION SINCE 4 DAYS NO AGGREVATIMG
AND RELIEVING
FACTORS
NO H/O CONSTIPATION,BURNING MICTIRITION,NAUSEA, VOMITING
NO H/O FEVER,COUGH, BREATHLESSNESS, LOOSEMOTIONS, CHEST
PAIN,
PALPITATIONS,ORTHOPNEA,PND
NO H/O DM, HTN, ASTHMA, TB, EPILEPSY,CVA,CAD,CKD
PERSONAL HISTORY OCCUPATION AUTO DRIVER
*ALCOHOL INTAKE DAILY SINCE 20 YRS 1LT PER DAY*
CIGERETTE SMOKING
EXAMINATION
PT IS C/C/C
NO PALLOR,ICTERUS, CYANOSIS,CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY,OEDEMA
IN FEET
TEMP AFEBRILR
PR 86BPM
RR 18CPM
BP 110/80 MMHGABDOMINAL EXAMINATION
SHAPE DISTENDED
NON TENDER
NO PALPABLE MASS
HERNIAL ORIFICES FULL
FREE FLUID PRESENT
NO BRUITS
BOWEL SOUNDS +
CVS S1 S2 +NO MURMER
RESP SYSTEM B/LAE+
*Investigation*
Name Value Range
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 08-01-2024 04:15:PM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Clear
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN +
SUGAR Nil
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 2-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS Nil
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID 08-01-2024 04:15:PM Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 08-01-2024 04:15:PM Non Reactive
SERUM CREATININE 08-01-2024 04:15:PM 1.2 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
08-01-2024 04:15:PM
SODIUM 136 mEq/L 145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 4.5 mEq/L 5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 99 mEq/L 98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.02 mmol/L mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 08-01-2024 04:18:PM
Total Bilurubin 1.11 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 0.36 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 32 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 12 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE 160 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 8.1 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 4.0 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 1.02
9/1/24
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN SUGERSUGAR # 104 mg/dlPROTEIN 1.7 g/dl
.Ascitic Fluid Amylase 34
IU/L
Ascitic Fluid LDH 123 IU/L
LDH # 210 IU/L
SAAG
Serum Albumin 2.98 gm/dlAscitic Albumin 2.87 gm/dlSAAG 0.11
10/1/24
SUGAR # 117 mg/dlPROTEIN 1.3 g/dl
Ascitic Fluid Amylase 41 IU/L
ASCITIC FLUID LDH 210 IU/L
*SAAG*
*Serum Albumin 2.29 gm/dlAscitic Albumin 2.35 gm/dlSAAG
0.06*
*USG - ABDOMEN WAS DONE ON 8/1/24:*
IMPRESSION:
LIVER SHOWS COARSE ECHOTEXTURE AND IRREGULAR SURFACE AREA.
PORTAL VEIN- 13.5 MM , DIALTED
SPLENIC VEIN- 13.6 MM , DILATED
PORTAL VEIN- BIPHASIC FLOW
SPLENOMEGALY
GROSS ASCITIS
- F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL VEIN HYPERTENSION.
CYTOLOGY REPORT:
MICROSOCPIC FINDINGS:
CYTOSMEAR STUDIES SHOWS LYMPHOCYTES, NEUTROPHILS,
MESOTHELIAL CELLS IN AN
PROTEINACEOUS BACKGROUND.
NO EVIDENCE OF ATYPICALS CELLS.
GASTRO ENTEROLOGY REFERRAL WAS DONE ON 9/1/24:
OESOPHAGUS: GRADE 1 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES.
STOMACH: SEVERE PHG, NO BLOOD SEEN.
IMPRESSION:
LOW GRADE PORTAL HYPERTENSION.
ADVICE:
1) FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L/DAY
2) SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
3) TAB LASIX 20/50MG PO BD
*Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)*
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 1.5 LIT/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2 GM / DAY
TAB LASILACTONE 10/50MG PO OD
TAB LASIX 40 MG PO OD
TAB THIAMINE 100 MG PO BD
SYP LACTULOSE 25ML PO HS
INJ CEFOTAXIME 2 GM/IV/TID
2 TO 4 EGG WHITES /DAY
*Advice at Discharge*
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 1.5 LIT/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2 GM / DAY
2 TO 4 EGG WHITES /DAY
TAB LASILACTION 10/50MG PO OD 1 WEEK
TAB LASIX 40 MG PO OD 10 DAYS
TAB THIAMINE 100 MG PO BD 1O DAYS
SYP LACTULOSE 25ML PO HS 10DAYS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to
@867051314767696To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
New learning points
[12/05/25, 10:05:12 AM] Meta AI: *New Learning Points:*
1. *Importance of Early Detection:* Early detection of
portal hypertension and its complications can improve patient outcomes.
2. *Role of Imaging Studies:* Imaging studies, such as
ultrasound, can help diagnose and monitor portal hypertension and its
complications.
3. *Therapeutic Variability:* Treatment plans for portal
hypertension can vary depending on the patient's specific needs and
circumstances.
4. *Importance of Lifestyle Modifications:* Lifestyle
modifications, such as abstinence from alcohol, can improve outcomes in
patients with portal hypertension.
5. *Need for Multidisciplinary Care:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists and other specialists, is
necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with portal hypertension.
*Emerging Themes:*
1. *Complexity of Portal Hypertension:* Portal hypertension
is a complex condition with multiple causes and complications.
2. *Importance of Comprehensive Evaluation:* A comprehensive
evaluation, including laboratory tests and imaging studies, is necessary to
diagnose and manage portal hypertension.
3. *Variability in Clinical Presentation:* Patients with
portal hypertension can present with diverse symptoms and complications.
*Implications for Clinical Practice:*
1. *Comprehensive Care:* Clinicians should provide
comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of
patients with portal hypertension.
2. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients
with portal hypertension.
3. *Regular Monitoring:* Regular monitoring of patients with
portal hypertension is crucial to detect complications early and adjust
treatment plans accordingly.
By analyzing this case, we can identify key learning points
and emerging themes that highlight the importance of comprehensive care and
management for patients with portal hypertension. <This message was
edited>
[12/05/25, 10:06:35 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: @867051314767696
role of usg and endoscopy on follow up
[12/05/25, 10:06:37 AM] Meta AI: *Role of USG and Endoscopy
on Follow-up:*
1. *Monitoring Disease Progression:* USG and endoscopy can
help monitor disease progression and detect complications early in patients
with portal hypertension.
2. *Assessing Treatment Response:* These diagnostic tools
can assess the effectiveness of treatment and guide adjustments to the
treatment plan.
3. *Detecting Complications:* USG and endoscopy can detect
complications such as variceal bleeding, ascites, and splenomegaly, allowing
for prompt intervention.
4. *Guiding Management Decisions:* The results of USG and
endoscopy can inform management decisions, such as the need for variceal
ligation or beta-blocker therapy.
*Benefits of Regular Follow-up:*
1. *Improved Patient Outcomes:* Regular follow-up with USG
and endoscopy can improve patient outcomes by detecting complications early and
guiding effective management.
2. *Reduced Morbidity and Mortality:* Early detection and
management of complications can reduce morbidity and mortality in patients with
portal hypertension.
3. *Personalized Care:* Regular follow-up allows for
personalized care, tailoring treatment plans to the individual patient's needs
and circumstances.
*Implications for Clinical Practice:*
1. *Standardized Follow-up Protocol:* A standardized
follow-up protocol, including regular USG and endoscopy, can help ensure
comprehensive care for patients with portal hypertension.
2. *Multidisciplinary Collaboration:* Collaboration between
healthcare providers, including gastroenterologists, radiologists, and other
specialists, is necessary to provide comprehensive care for patients with
portal hypertension.
3. *Patient Education:* Educating patients about the
importance of regular follow-up and the role of USG and endoscopy can improve
adherence to treatment plans and overall outcomes. <This message was
edited>
[12/05/25, 10:07:19 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: @867051314767696
what does usg show when the patient is improving and
Stopped alcohol consumption
[12/05/25, 10:07:22 AM] Meta AI: When a patient with portal
hypertension is improving and has stopped alcohol consumption, USG may show
several positive changes, including:
- *Reduced Splenomegaly*: Decrease in spleen size, which can
indicate reduced portal pressure.
- *Improved Portal Vein Flow*: Increased portal vein flow
velocity, which can indicate improved liver function and reduced portal
resistance.
- *Decreased Ascites*: Reduction or disappearance of
ascites, which can indicate improved liver function and reduced portal
pressure.
- *Reduced Portosystemic Collaterals*: Decrease in size or
number of portosystemic collaterals, which can indicate reduced portal
pressure.
- *Improved Liver Echotexture*: Improvement in liver
echotexture, which can indicate reduced liver inflammation and fibrosis.
It's essential to note that USG findings should be
interpreted in conjunction with clinical and laboratory data to assess the
patient's overall condition. Regular follow-up with USG and endoscopy can help
monitor disease progression, detect complications early, and guide treatment
decisions.
Abstinence from alcohol can significantly improve patient
outcomes, and USG can play a crucial role in monitoring these changes. Studies
have shown that alcohol abstinence can lead to improved prognosis across all
stages of portal hypertension ¹.
In clinical practice, a standardized follow-up protocol,
including regular USG and endoscopy, can help ensure comprehensive care for
patients with portal hypertension. Multidisciplinary collaboration and patient
education are also essential in managing these patients effectively ².
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[12/05/25, 10:07:28 AM] Meta AI:
https://radiologykey.com/the-role-of-ultrasound-in-portal-hypertension-2/
<This message was edited>
[12/05/25, 10:07:28 AM] Meta AI:
https://www.cghjournal.org/article/S1542-3565(22)01113-2/fulltext <This
message was edited>
[12/05/25, 10:11:20 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Here's a
structured approach to coding and categorizing this case:
### **Coding - Initial Labels**
1. **Patient Demographics & History**
- Middle-aged male
- Chronic alcohol
intake (20 years, 1L/day)
- Auto driver
occupation
- Smoking history
2. **Clinical Presentation**
- Bilateral pedal
edema (pitting type, progressive)
- Progressive
abdominal distension (six months)
- Cough (four days,
non-productive)
- No significant
systemic comorbidities
3. **Physical Examination**
- **General:** No
pallor, icterus, cyanosis, clubbing, lymphadenopathy
- **Vitals:** BP –
110/80 mmHg, PR – 86 bpm, RR – 18 cpm
- **Abdominal:**
Distended, free fluid, no tenderness/mass
- **CVS:** Normal
heart sounds
- **Respiratory:**
Bilateral air entry present
4. **Investigations**
- **Urine Exam:**
Mild albuminuria, normal sugar, no blood or casts
- **Liver
Function:** Mildly elevated bilirubin, normal enzymes, adequate protein levels
- **Ascitic Fluid
Studies:** Low SAAG (<1.1 g/dl, suggestive of non-portal hypertensive
ascites)
- **Ultrasound
Findings:** Coarse liver echotexture, splenomegaly, gross ascites, biphasic
portal vein flow
- **Cytology:** No
atypical cells
- **Endoscopy:**
Grade 1 esophageal varices, severe PHG
5. **Treatment & Management**
- **Fluid and salt
restriction** (critical in ascites management)
- **Diuretics:**
Lasix (40mg), Lasilactone (10/50mg)
- **Nutritional
Support:** Egg whites, thiamine supplementation
- **Lactulose syrup
for hepatic encephalopathy prevention**
- **Antibiotics:**
Cefotaxime IV (for possible bacterial peritonitis)
- **Follow-up
Advice:** Continued alcohol cessation, dietary and fluid restrictions,
medication compliance
---
### **Categorization - Organizing Themes**
1. **Etiology & Risk Factors**
- Chronic alcohol
intake
- Suspected
alcohol-induced liver injury
2. **Pathophysiology**
- Decompensated
chronic liver disease
- Portal
hypertension with ascites
- Variceal
formation (low-grade)
3. **Diagnostics & Disease Progression**
- Clinical signs
suggestive of portal hypertension
- Low SAAG ascitic
fluid raises questions about atypical fluid accumulation
- Endoscopic and
sonographic confirmation of portal hypertension spectrum
4. **Therapeutic Interventions**
- Conservative
approach: Fluid/salt restriction
- Diuretic therapy
to manage ascites
- Targeted
nutritional and antimicrobial strategies
5. **Outcome & Prognostic Considerations**
- Alcohol cessation
improves prognosis
- Close monitoring
for worsening ascites or variceal progression
- Long-term
lifestyle modifications crucial for hepatic compensation
---
### **New Learning Points & Emerging Patterns**
- **SAAG Discrepancy:** The SAAG values on different days
show variability—this warrants discussion on transient protein fluctuations in
ascitic fluid.
- **Early Portal Hypertension Indicators:** Despite the
presence of mild varices and portal vein dilation, ascitic fluid composition
suggests additional pathophysiological mechanisms beyond straightforward portal
hypertension.
- **Role of Alcohol Cessation:** Observing long-term
compliance and its impact on hepatic compensation is critical.
[12/05/25, 10:14:25 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Coding,
Categorization, and Theme Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze clinical, radiological,
laboratory, and therapeutic factors in a decompensated cirrhosis patient with
portal hypertension, emphasizing variability and novel insights.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- Decompensated CLD (ascites, hypoalbuminemia, varices,
jaundice)
- Right heart failure (RHF)
- Scrotal edema (secondary to ascites/fluid overload)
- Respiratory infection (right upper lobe consolidation,
fever, cough)
- Portal hypertension (SAAG >1.1, varices, ascites)
- Anemia (pallor, melena history, iron supplementation)
- Electrolyte imbalance (hypokalemia, hyponatremia)
**Radiological/Laboratory Factors**
- Elevated bilirubin, ALP (cholestasis)
- Hypoalbuminemia (2.5 gm/dl)
- SAAG 1.89 (portal hypertension confirmed)
- Lymphocytic ascitic fluid (non-SBP pattern)
- Consolidation on chest exam (pneumonia vs.
atelectasis)
**Therapeutic Factors**
- Diuretics (Dytor Plus: torsemide + spironolactone)
- NSBB (propranolol for variceal prophylaxis)
- Antibiotics (Augmentin + azithromycin for pneumonia/SBP
coverage)
- Lactulose (hepatic encephalopathy prevention)
- Nutritional support (hepatic protein powder, egg
whites)
- Repeated therapeutic paracentesis
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Portal Hypertension Complications**
- **Ascites management:** SAAG-guided therapy, fluid/salt
restriction, diuretics.
- **Variceal prophylaxis:** NSBB (propranolol).
- **Infection risk:** Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis
(SBP) vs. pneumonia.
**B. Multiorgan Involvement**
- **Hepatopulmonary syndrome/RHF:** Possible portopulmonary
hypertension.
- **Hypoalbuminemia:** Edema, ascites, nutritional
interventions.
**C. Therapeutic Challenges**
- **Antibiotic selection:** Dual coverage for respiratory
and ascitic infections.
- **Electrolyte management:** Hypokalemia (diuretics,
lactulose).
- **Follow-up barriers:** Lost to follow-up impacting
outcomes.
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Complexity of Portal Hypertension
Management**
- **Key Insight:** SAAG >1.1 confirms portal
hypertension, but lymphocytic ascites challenges SBP diagnosis (typically
neutrophilic).
- **Novelty:** Dual antibiotic use (Augmentin +
azithromycin) suggests broad-spectrum coverage for pneumonia *and* atypical SBP
pathogens.
**Theme 2: Multisystem Interactions**
- **Key Insight:** RHF in CLD may reflect portopulmonary
hypertension or volume overload.
- **Novelty:** Scrotal edema as a rare extrapolation of
ascites highlights fluid redistribution in hypoalbuminemia.
**Theme 3: Nutritional and Metabolic Balancing**
- **Key Insight:** Hypoalbuminemia drives edema/ascites but
requires cautious protein supplementation to avoid encephalopathy.
- **Novelty:** Hepatic protein powder + egg whites reflect
targeted nutrition (BCAA-rich, low ammonia).
**Theme 4: Lost to Follow-Up as a Prognostic Factor**
- **Key Insight:** Poor follow-up correlates with delayed
complication management (e.g., variceal bleeding, encephalopathy).
- **Novelty:** Telemedicine or community health worker
interventions may reduce attrition.
---
#### **4. Learning Points**
**Clinical**
1. **SAAG is pivotal** for ascites etiology but requires
correlation with cell counts (lymphocytes vs. neutrophils).
2. **Scrotal edema** in CLD signals severe fluid overload
and hypoalbuminemia.
3. **RHF in cirrhosis** warrants evaluation for
portopulmonary hypertension (ECHO, BNP).
**Therapeutic**
4. **Dual antibiotic regimens** may address overlapping
infections (pneumonia + SBP).
5. **Electrolyte monitoring** (e.g., hypokalemia) is
critical to prevent encephalopathy.
6. **Non-selective beta-blockers** (propranolol) remain
cornerstone for variceal prophylaxis.
**Novel Insights**
- **Nutritional innovation:** Hepatic protein powders may
improve compliance vs. dietary protein.
- **Follow-up strategies:** Digital health tools (e.g., SMS
reminders) could reduce attrition in CLD patients.
- **Hypoalbuminemia management:** Role of albumin infusions
vs. dietary support in outpatient settings.
---______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
**Conclusion**
This case underscores the interplay of portal hypertension,
infection, and multisystem complications in CLD. Novel strategies for follow-up
adherence and personalized nutrition are critical to improving outcomes in
resource-limited settings.
[12/05/25, 10:20:27 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 19*
Age -59yrs Male
Admission - 09/01/24
Discharge - 12/01/24
Follow up- patient is doing well and he is on regular follow
up
*Diagnosis*
*CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE WITH
THROMBOCYTOPENIA*
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 5DAYS
FACIAL PUFFINESS 4DAYS
TREMORS IN B/L UPPER LIMBS SINCE 1YR
CHEST THIGHTNESS SINCE 10DAYS
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 5DAYS BACK THEN HE DEVELOPED
B/L PEDAL
EDEMA PITTING TYPE UPTO KNEE INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE
AGGRAVATED ON WALKING AND NO RELIEVING FACTORS A/W FACIAL
PUFFINESS SINCE 4
DAYS
H/O TREMORS SINCE 1YR
H/O CHEST THIGHTNESS SINCE 10DAYS
NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN PAST
NO KNOWN COMORBIDITIES.
\
PALLOR, ICTERUS, CUBBING, CYANOSIS, LYMPHADENOPATHY,EDEMA-
ABSENT
VITALS-
TEMPERATURE AFEBRILE
RR-24CPM
PR- 72BPM
BP-90/60MMHG
SPO2-95%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS- S1 S2 HEARD, NO ADDED MURMURS.
RS- BAE+, NORMAL VESICULAR BREATH SOUNDS
CNS - NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICIT.
P/A- SOFT, NON TENDER, NO ORGANOMEGALY.
*USG DONE ON 9/1/24*
*COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER WITH IRREGULAR SURFACE*
MILD ASCITES
F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
GASTRO REFERAL WAS DONE ON 12/1/24
ADV: TAB NUSAM 400MG
*investigation*
NameValueRangeNameValueRangeCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
09-01-2024
11:15:AM COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS1-2RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilLIVER FUNCTION
TEST (LFT) 09-01-2024 11:16:AM Total Bilurubin1.54 mg/dl1-0
mg/dlDirect Bilurubin1.32 mg/dl0.2-
0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)53 IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)23 IU/L45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATE490
IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS8.5 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN3.25 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G
RATIO0.62RFT 09-01-2024 11:16:AM UREA39 mg/dl42-12
mg/dlCREATININE1.0 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlURIC ACID5.2 mg/dl7.2-3.5 mg/dlCALCIUM9.8 mg/dl10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS3.2
mg/dl4.5-2.5 mg/dlSODIUM138 mEq/L145-136 mEq/LPOTASSIUM3.6
mEq/L5.1-3.5
mEq/LCHLORIDE102 mEq/L98-107 mEq/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION
(CUE) 09-01-2024
05:57:PM COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilHBsAg-RAPID09-
01-2024 05:57:PMNegative Anti HCV Antibodies -
RAPID09-01-2024 05:57:PMNon Reactive T3, T4,
TSH 09-01-2024 06:47:PM T30.86 ng/ml1.87-0.87 ng/mlT48.86
micro g/dl12.23-6.32 micro
g/dlTSH4.13 micro Iu/ml5.36-0.34 micro Iu/mlBLOOD
UREA10-01-2024 10:18:PM26 mg/dl42-12
mg/dlSERUM CREATININE10-01-2024 10:18:PM1.6 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES
(Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM 10-01-2024 10:18:PM
SODIUM140 mEq/L145-136
mEq/LPOTASSIUM4.0 mEq/L5.1-3.5 mEq/LCHLORIDE104 mEq/L98-107
mEq/LCALCIUM
IONIZED1.20 mmol/Lmmol/L
*Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)*
INJ THIAMINE 200MG IV/BD IN 100ML NS
INJ PAN 40MG IV/OD
TAB LACILACTONE 20/50 PO/BD
TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/OD
SYP LACTULOSE 10ML PO/BD
*Advice at Discharge*
TAB BENFOMATE FORTE 200MG PER ORAL ONCEDAILY X 5 DAYS
TAB PAN 40MG PER ORAL ONCE DAILY X 5 DAYS
TAB LACILACTONE 20/50 PER ORAL TWICE DAILY X 5 DAYS
TAB UDILIV 300MG PER ORAL ONCE DAILY X 5 DAYS
TAB NUSAM 400MG PER ORAL TWICE DAILY X 5 DAYS
SYP LACTULOSE 10ML PER ORAL TWICE DAILY
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
[12/05/25, 10:22:58 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Coding,
Categorization, and Theme Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze clinical, radiological,
laboratory, and therapeutic factors in a decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis
patient with portal hypertension, emphasizing variability in presentations and
factors influencing outcomes.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis** (ascites,
hypoalbuminemia, thrombocytopenia).
- **Thrombocytopenia** (likely due to portal
hypertension/splenic sequestration).
- **Neurological symptoms** (tremors: possible hepatic
encephalopathy or alcohol withdrawal).
- **Fluid retention** (bilateral pedal edema, facial
puffiness).
- **Hypotension** (BP 90/60 mmHg: vasodilation from
cirrhosis or volume depletion).
- **Chest tightness** (diaphragmatic compression from
ascites, anemia, or metabolic imbalance).
**Radiological/Laboratory Factors**
- **USG findings**: Coarse liver echotexture, irregular
surface, mild ascites (chronic liver disease).
- **Elevated ALP (490 IU/L)**: Cholestasis (alcoholic
hepatitis or biliary dysfunction).
- **Hypoalbuminemia (3.25 gm/dl)**: Contributing to edema
and ascites.
- **AST/ALT ratio >2 (53/23)**: Classic for alcoholic
liver disease.
- **Thrombocytopenia**: High risk of bleeding
complications.
- **Thyroid dysfunction** (low T3/T4, normal TSH: euthyroid
sick syndrome).
**Therapeutic Factors**
- **Diuretics** (spironolactone: Lacilactone for
ascites).
- **Lactulose** (hepatic encephalopathy prophylaxis).
- **Thiamine** (alcohol-related deficiency prevention).
- **UDCA (Udliv)**: For cholestasis.
- **Pantoprazole** (PPI for GI bleeding prophylaxis).
- **Nusam (likely multivitamin/B-complex)**: Nutritional
support.
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Portal Hypertension Complications**
- **Ascites**: Managed with spironolactone and fluid
restriction.
- **Thrombocytopenia**: High bleeding risk (no platelet
transfusion documented).
- **Hepatic encephalopathy**: Tremors + lactulose use
suggest subclinical encephalopathy.
**B. Alcohol-Specific Factors**
- **AST/ALT ratio >2**: Confirms alcoholic etiology.
- **Thiamine deficiency prevention**: Critical in chronic
alcoholism.
- **Euthyroid sick syndrome**: Reflects systemic illness
severity.
**C. Therapeutic Challenges**
- **Hypotension management**: Balancing diuresis with
hemodynamic stability.
- **Nutritional support**: Hypoalbuminemia and muscle
wasting in alcoholism.
- **Follow-up adherence**: Regular follow-up contrasts with
Case 17 (lost to follow-up).
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Etiology-Driven Management**
- **Key Insight**: Alcoholic cirrhosis presents distinct
features (AST/ALT ratio, tremors) requiring tailored therapy (thiamine, alcohol
cessation counseling).
- **Novelty**: Elevated ALP in alcoholic hepatitis may mimic
biliary disease, necessitating careful differentiation.
**Theme 2: Thrombocytopenia as a Prognostic Marker**
- **Key Insight**: Thrombocytopenia reflects portal
hypertension severity and predicts bleeding risk (variceal hemorrhage, invasive
procedures).
- **Novelty**: Lack of platelet transfusion/TPO agonists
highlights resource limitations or clinical judgment in non-bleeding
patients.
**Theme 3: Neurological Complexity**
- **Key Insight**: Tremors may indicate early encephalopathy
(lactulose use) or alcohol withdrawal (thiamine supplementation).
- **Novelty**: Thyroid dysfunction (low T3/T4) correlates
with cirrhosis severity but is often overlooked.
**Theme 4: Follow-Up Adherence and Outcomes**
- **Key Insight**: Regular follow-up (vs. Case 17’s
attrition) improves complication monitoring (ascites, encephalopathy).
- **Novelty**: Structured follow-up protocols may reduce
mortality in alcoholic cirrhosis.
---
#### **4. Learning Points**
**Clinical**
1. **AST/ALT ratio >2** strongly supports alcoholic liver
disease, guiding etiology-specific management.
2. **Thrombocytopenia** in cirrhosis correlates with portal
hypertension severity and bleeding risk, warranting surveillance for
varices.
3. **Tremors** in cirrhosis require differentiation between
hepatic encephalopathy, alcohol withdrawal, and metabolic causes (e.g.,
hypoglycemia).
**Therapeutic**
4. **Thiamine supplementation** is critical in alcoholics to
prevent Wernicke’s encephalopathy.
5. **UDCA use** in alcoholic cirrhosis is debatable but may
address cholestasis (elevated ALP).
6. **Hypotension management** in cirrhosis requires cautious
diuresis to avoid renal impairment.
**Outcome Influencers**
7. **Follow-up adherence** improves ascites/encephalopathy
control and reduces acute decompensation.
8. **Nutritional interventions** (e.g., protein
supplementation) must balance encephalopathy risk and muscle preservation.
9. **Thyroid dysfunction** (euthyroid sick syndrome) may
indicate disease severity and predict outcomes.
**Novel Insights**
- **Role of ALP elevation**: In alcoholic cirrhosis, ALP
rise may reflect cholestatic injury rather than biliary obstruction, altering
imaging priorities.
- **Nusam (multivitamin)**: Addresses micronutrient
deficiencies common in alcoholism (e.g., folate, B12).
- **Chest tightness**: May signal diaphragmatic stress from
ascites, anemia, or metabolic acidosis, necessitating multidisciplinary
evaluation.
---
**Conclusion**
This case highlights the interplay of alcoholic etiology,
thrombocytopenia, and neurological symptoms in decompensated cirrhosis. Regular
follow-up and etiology-specific interventions (e.g., thiamine, alcohol
cessation) are pivotal for improving outcomes. Contrasting with Case 17,
adherence to follow-up emerges as a critical determinant of survival in portal
hypertension patients.
[12/05/25, 10:32:04 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Case 20
Age. 61 years male
Admission- 21/01/24
Discharge - 24/01/24
Follow up- patient is doing well
Stopped consumption of alcohol and is on regular treatment
*DIAGNOSIS*
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY
K/C/O DM- II SINCE 20 YEARS
K/C/O PULMONARY TB 10 YEARS
ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE SYNDROME CURRENTLY ABSTINENT
TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME CURRENTLY IN WITHDRAWALS
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
PATIENT CAME WITH COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 4
MONTHS, SPASMS
OF BOTH HANDS AND LEGS SINCE 1 DAY. STIFFNESS OF THE RIGHT
HAND SINCE 1 DAY.
GENERALISED WEAKNESS SINCE 10 DAYS, INVOLUNTARY MOVEMENTS OF
B/L HANDS, B/L
LEGS SINCE 1 DAY.H/O PITTING TYPE OF PEDAL EDEMA 4 MONTHS
BACK
*HOPI:*
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY NORMAL 4 MONTHS BACK THEN DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET, GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE.
BLOATING PRESENT SINCE
4 MONTHS, AFTER INTAKE OF FOOD, SOB OCCASIONALLY. B/L PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 1
WEEK INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE NO DIURNAL
VARIATION
EPISODES OF STIFFNESS OF RIGHT HAND WHICH LASTS FOR 30
SECONDS- 1 MINUTE
SINCE 1 DAY. NO AGGRAVATING AND RELIEVING FACTORS.
NO FEVER, COUGH, COLD NO C/O VOMITINGS, PAIN ABDOMEN,OR
DECREASED OR
INCREASED URINATION, NO PALPITATIONS, NO PASSAGE OF LOOSE
STOOLS,NO
CONSTIPATION.
*PAST HISTORY:*
K/C/O DM SINCE 20 YEARS ON TAB METFORMIN 500 MG AND TAB
GLIMIPERIDE 1MG OD
H/O TB ON ATT 10 YEARS BACK
N/K/C/O HTN, THYROID, CVA, CAD, ASTHMA
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET:MIXED
SLEEP:ADEQUATE
BOWEL AND BLADDER:REGULAR
ADDICTIONS:ALCOHOL SINCE 20 YRS STOPPED 10 DAYS BACK,
REGULAR SMOKERS SINCE
30 YEARS , 50 BIDIS PER DAY, DECREASED TO 3-4 BIDIS PER DAY
SINCE 10 DAYS.
APPETITE: DECREASED
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS,COHERENT,COOPERATIVE,WELL ORIENTED TO
TIME,PLACE AND
PERSON.
NO PALLOR,ICTERUS, CYANOSIS,CLUBING,LYMPHADENOPATHY,EDEMA.
VITALS:
TEMPERATURE:97
BP:110/60 MM HG
PR: 88
RR:22 CPM
GRBS: 262
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS:S1,S2 HEARD NO MURMURS.
RS:BAE +,NO MURMURS
PER ABDOMEN:SOFT,NON TENDER,NO ORGANOMEGALY
CNS:NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS.
*Investigation*
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 21-01-2024 04:23:PM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Clear
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN Trace
SUGAR Nil
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 2-3
EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS Nil
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
BLOOD UREA 21-01-2024 04:23:PM 20 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 21-01-2024 04:23:PM 0.8 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
21-01-2024 04:23:PM
SODIUM 141 mEq/L 145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 3.4 mEq/L 5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 103 mEq/L 98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.21 mmol/L mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 21-01-2024 04:23:PM
Total Bilurubin 5.1 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 4.5 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 84 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 30 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATE 506 IU/L 119-56 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 6.2 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.5 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.69
HBsAg-RAPID 21-01-2024 04:23:PM Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 21-01-2024 04:24:PM Non Reactive
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
22-01-2024 12:18:AM
SODIUM 142 mEq/L 145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 2.2 mEq/L 5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 99 mEq/L 98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.09 mmol/L mmol/L
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
22-01-2024 09:00:PM
SODIUM 140 mEq/L 145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 2.2 mEq/L 5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 101 mEq/L 98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.12 mmol/L mmol/L
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
22-01-2024 11:08:PM
SODIUM 143 mEq/L 145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 2.4 mEq/L 5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 102 mEq/L 98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.09 mmol/L mmol/L
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
23-01-2024 11:49:PM
SODIUM 140 mEq/L 145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 2.2 mEq/L 5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 99 mEq/L 98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.10 mmol/L mmol/L
*USG ABDOMEN:*
*MILD HEPATOMEGALY WITH *ALTERED ECHOTEXTURE OF *LIVER*
*MODERATE ASCITES*
*GRADE II FATTY LIVER*
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ. THIAMINE 200 MG IN 100 ML NS IV OD
TAB. UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD
TAB. GLIMI M1 PO BD 1-0-1
SYP GRILLINTUS 10 ML PO / TID
TAB. LASILACTONE 10/50 PO/OD
T. PREGABALIN -M 75 MG X-X-1
T.LORAZEPAM 2 MG PO/SOS
NICTOINE GUMS 4 MMG 1-1 AND SOS
SYP. POTKLOR PO TID 10 ML
STRICT ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO ABSTINENCE
STRICT DIABETIC DIET
*Advice at Discharge*
TAB. UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X 1 WEEK 8 AM-8PM
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK 8 AM-8PM
TAB. GLIMI M1 PO BD 1-0-1 8 AM-8PM
SYP GRILLINTUS 10 ML PO / TID X 1 WEEK
TAB. LASILACTONE 10/50 PO/OD X 1 WEEK 8 AM- 4PM
T. PREGABALIN -M 75 MG X-X-1 X 1 WEEK 9 PM
T.LORAZEPAM 2 MG PO/SOS X 1 WEEK
NICOTINE GUMS 4 MMG 1-1 AND SOS X 1 WEEK
TAB SPOROLAC DS / PO/TID X 1 WEEK
SYP. POTKLOR PO TID 10 ML X 1 WEEK
STRICT ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO ABSTINENCE
STRICT DIABETIC DIET
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze clinical, radiological,
laboratory, and therapeutic factors in a decompensated cirrhosis patient with
multiple comorbidities (DM-II, TB, neuropathies) and assess factors influencing
outcomes in portal hypertension.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Decompensated cirrhosis** (ascites, hypoalbuminemia,
hepatomegaly).
- **Peripheral neuropathy** (spasms, stiffness: likely due
to DM/alcoholism).
- **Metabolic syndrome** (DM-II, grade II fatty liver).
- **Alcohol/tobacco withdrawal** (managed with lorazepam,
nicotine gum).
- **Neurological symptoms** (involuntary movements:
hypokalemia, neuropathy, or withdrawal).
- **Hypotension** (BP 110/60 mmHg: volume depletion or
vasodilation).
**Radiological/Laboratory Factors**
- **USG findings**: Altered liver echotexture, moderate
ascites, fatty liver.
- **Elevated bilirubin (5.1 mg/dl)** and **ALP (506 IU/L)**:
Cholestasis (alcoholic or metabolic).
- **Hypoalbuminemia (2.5 gm/dl)**: Drives ascites and
edema.
- **Hypokalemia (K+ 2.2–2.4 mEq/L)**: Diuretic-induced or
malnutrition.
- **AST/ALT ratio >2 (84/30)**: Alcoholic liver disease
despite abstinence.
- **Hyperglycemia (GRBS 262)**: Poor DM control exacerbating
liver injury.
**Therapeutic Factors**
- **Diuretics** (Lasilactone: spironolactone + furosemide
for ascites).
- **Rifaximin** (gut decontamination to prevent
encephalopathy).
- **UDCA** (Udliv: for cholestasis).
- **Neuropathy management** (pregabalin, thiamine).
- **Withdrawal support** (lorazepam, nicotine gum).
- **Potassium supplementation** (refractory
hypokalemia).
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Portal Hypertension Complications**
- **Ascites**: Managed with Lasilactone and albumin
support.
- **Hypoalbuminemia**: Nutritional interventions and fluid
restriction.
- **Cholestasis**: Elevated ALP/bilirubin addressed with
UDCA.
**B. Multimorbidity Interactions**
- **DM-II**: Poor glycemic control worsening liver
steatosis/ascites.
- **Peripheral neuropathy**: Dual etiology (DM +
alcoholism).
- **Past TB**: Potential residual lung damage impacting
oxygenation.
**C. Withdrawal and Metabolic Challenges**
- **Alcohol/tobacco withdrawal**: Anxiety management
(lorazepam) and nicotine replacement.
- **Hypokalemia**: Persistent despite supplementation
(diuretic effect, poor intake).
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Multimorbidity Amplifies Portal Hypertension
Severity**
- **Key Insight**: DM-II accelerates hepatic steatosis and
ascites, while neuropathy complicates symptom differentiation (e.g., tremors
vs. encephalopathy).
- **Novelty**: Rifaximin use in non-encephalopathic patients
with DM suggests prophylactic gut microbiome modulation.
**Theme 2: Refractory Hypokalemia as a Risk Marker**
- **Key Insight**: Persistent hypokalemia despite
supplementation signals diuretic overuse, malnutrition, or renal tubular
acidosis.
- **Novelty**: Hypokalemia exacerbates neuropathy and
arrhythmia risk, demanding aggressive correction.
**Theme 3: Neurological Complexity in Cirrhosis**
- **Key Insight**: Involuntary movements may stem from
hypokalemia, withdrawal, or uremic neuropathy, necessitating multidisciplinary
evaluation.
- **Novelty**: Pregabalin addresses neuropathic pain but may
mask encephalopathy signs.
**Theme 4: Abstinence and Follow-Up Adherence**
- **Key Insight**: Successful alcohol/tobacco cessation
improves outcomes (contrasts with Case 17’s attrition).
- **Novelty**: Nicotine gum reduces relapse risk, indirectly
improving vascular health and portal pressure.
---
#### **4. Learning Points**
**Clinical**
1. **AST/ALT ratio >2** persists post-abstinence,
highlighting irreversible alcoholic liver damage.
2. **DM-II complicates ascites management** by promoting
fluid retention and infections.
3. **Neurological symptoms** in cirrhosis require
differential diagnosis (electrolytes, neuropathy, withdrawal).
**Therapeutic**
4. **Rifaximin’s dual role**: Prevents encephalopathy and
modulates gut-liver axis in DM patients.
5. **Lasilactone monitoring**: Balance ascites control with
electrolyte stability (hypokalemia, renal function).
6. **Thiamine imperative**: Prevents Wernicke’s
encephalopathy in alcoholics, even post-abstinence.
**Outcome Influencers**
7. **Glycemic control**: Tight DM management slows
steatohepatitis progression.
8. **Abstinence adherence**: Directly correlates with
reduced portal hypertension complications.
9. **Hypokalemia correction**: Critical to prevent
neuropathy progression and cardiac arrhythmias.
**Novel Insights**
- **Grade II fatty liver**: Indicates metabolic dysfunction
as a co-driver of cirrhosis, necessitating lifestyle interventions.
- **Lorazepam caution**: Benzodiazepines risk precipitating
encephalopathy in cirrhosis; SOS use is prudent.
- **Probiotics (Sporolac)**: May reduce bacterial
translocation in ascites, complementing rifaximin.
---
**Conclusion**
This case underscores the interplay of metabolic,
infectious, and neurological factors in decompensated cirrhosis. Successful
outcomes hinge on managing multimorbidities (DM, TB), addressing withdrawal,
and rigorous electrolyte monitoring. Abstinence and follow-up adherence emerge
as critical modifiable factors, contrasting with poorer outcomes in
non-adherent patients. Integrated care models prioritizing lifestyle
modification and comorbidity control are essential in portal hypertension
management.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[12/05/25, 10:40:04 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 21* with AI
analysis
38 years male
Admission - 31/01/24
Discharge -5/2/24
Follow up- patient expired 3 months ago due to variceal
bleeding
*️⃣ *Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER FAILURE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION
GRADE I HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
DIRECT HYPERBILIRUBINEMIA SECONDARY TO HEPATITIS
K/C/O DM II
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION
C/O SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS SINCE 2 WEEKS
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1.5 MONTHS BACK THEN
DEVELOPED JAUNDICE
FOR WHICH HE TOOK AYURVEDIC MEDICATION BUT NOT RELIEVED THEN
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION WHICH IS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET ,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE IN
SIZE A/W PAIN ABDOMEN -B/L FLANK PAIN
A/W SOB, SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS ,INSIDIOUS IN ONSET
,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE ,PITTING TYPE EXTENDING UPTO KNEE
H/O CHEST PAIN , FEVER MORE AT NIGHT TIME
NO H/O BURING MICTURITION ,DECRESED URINE OUTPUT, HEMATURIA
NO H/O CONTIPATION , LOOSE MOTIONS ,VOMITINGS
NO H/O FACIAL PUFFINESS
K/C/O DM TYPE 2 STOPPED MEDICATION 1 YEAR AGO N/K/C/O HTN
,DM , EPILEPSY ,CAD
,CVA ASTHMA ,THYROID
NO H/O SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST
ALCOHOL - DAILY 180 ML SINCE 7 MONTHS STOPPED 1 MONTH AGO
BEEDI - 1 PACKET 2 DAYS SINCE 20 YEARSGENERAL
EXAMINATION:AFEBRILE
(98.7C/F)BP:100/60 MMHGPR:64 BPMRR:20 CPMSPO2: 98%
@RAGRBS:452 MG/DLCVS:S1 S2
HEARD NO MURMURSCNS: NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITSP/A: SOFT
AND NON
TENDERRS:BAE+ ,NORMAL VESICULAR BREATH SOUNDS PRESENT.
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Clear
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN Nil
SUGAR ++
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 2-3
EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS Nil
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID Positive
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID Non Reactive
RFT
UREA 26 mg/dl
CREATININE 0.9 mg/dl
URIC ACID 3.0 mg/dl
CALCIUM 9.2 mg/dl
PHOSPHOROUS 4.8 mg/dl
SODIUM 133 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 4.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 103 mEq/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
Total Bilurubin 5.82 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 5.15 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 35 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 15 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 409 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 6.8 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.58
BLOOD UREA 19 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM
SODIUM 136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 3.1 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 101 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.16
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
Total Bilurubin 5.39 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 4.00 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 34 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 14 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 3.4 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 6.3 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.66
HEMOGRAM ON 31/1/24HB- 9.8 GM /DLTLC 5000CELLS /
CUMMN/L/E/M-46/45/2/7PLATELTS
20000 CELLS / CUMMHEMOGRAM ON 1/2/24HB- 10.1GM /DLTLC
5000CELLS / CUMMN/L/E/M-
50/40/2/8PLATELTS 70000 CELLS / CUMMHEMOGRAM ON 4/2/24HB-
10.1 GM /DLTLC
6000CELLS / CUMMN/L/E/M-48/38/3/11PLATELTS 92000 CELLS /
CUMMHBEAG 0.48
NEGATIVEHBSAG POSITIVEHBV DNA NOT DETECTABLE2D ECHOTRIVIAL
TR +,NO MR
,TRIVIAL AR +NO RWMA ,NO AS/MS SCELORTIC AVGOOD LV SYSTOLIC
FUNCTION , NO
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTIONNO PAH/PE.USG ABDOMEN AND PELVISALTERED
AND COARSE
HETEROGENOUS ECHOTEXTURE OF THE LIVERMILD SPLENOMEGALYGB
WALL EDEMA
WITH SURROUNDING PERI CHOLECYSTIC FLUIDMODEREATE TO SEVERE
ASCITIS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO BD
T.ALDACTONE 50 MG PO/OD
T.RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD
INJ.HAI 6U S/C SATT
INJ.NPH SC/BD
T.BENFOMET PLUS PO/BD
SYP LACTULOSE 10 ML PO /TID
TAB.LACILACTONE 10/50 PO OD
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 1 GLASS OF WATER/MILK
Advice at Discharge
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO BD X CONTINUE
T.RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BDX CONTINUE
T.BENFOMET PLUS PO/BDX CONTINUE
T.ALDACTONE 50 MG PO/OD X CONTINUE
T.ISTAMET 500MG PO OD 1-0-0X CONTINUE
T.METFORMIN 500MG PO HSX CONTINUE
SYP LACTULOSE 10 ML PO /TIDX CONTINUE
SYP HEPAMERZ 10ML TID
4 EGG WHITES/DAY
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALTRESTRICTION< 2GM/DAY
Follow Up
REVIEW AFTER 1 WEEK WITH FBS AND PLBS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze clinical, radiological,
laboratory, and therapeutic factors in a decompensated cirrhosis patient with
HBV etiology and DM-II, focusing on variability in portal hypertension
presentations and factors influencing outcomes.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Decompensated cirrhosis**: Ascites, hypoalbuminemia,
hepatic encephalopathy (Grade I).
- **Portal hypertension**: Splenomegaly, thrombocytopenia,
fatal variceal bleeding.
- **HBV infection**: HBsAg-positive (DNA undetectable,
suggesting prior resolved infection).
- **Metabolic dysfunction**: DM-II (poorly controlled, GRBS
452 mg/dl).
- **Alternative medicine use**: Delayed conventional care
(Ayurvedic treatment for jaundice).
- **Neurological symptoms**: Grade I encephalopathy (managed
with lactulose).
**Radiological/Laboratory Factors**
- **USG**: Coarse liver echotexture, splenomegaly, severe
ascites.
- **Hyperbilirubinemia** (Total bilirubin 5.82 mg/dl, direct
5.15 mg/dl) and **cholestasis** (ALP 409 IU/L).
- **Thrombocytopenia** (platelets 20,000–92,000/cumm): High
bleeding risk.
- **Hypoalbuminemia** (2.5 gm/dl): Contributing to
ascites.
- **Hyponatremia** (Na+ 133 mEq/L): Reflects advanced
cirrhosis.
- **Echocardiography**: No significant cardiac dysfunction
(ruling out cardiogenic ascites).
**Therapeutic Factors**
- **Diuretics** (Aldactone, Lasilactone): For ascites.
- **Lactulose and rifaximin**: Encephalopathy
prophylaxis.
- **UDCA (Udliv)**: For cholestasis.
- **Insulin therapy** (HAI, NPH): Addressing
hyperglycemia.
- **No variceal prophylaxis**: Absence of NSBBs/endoscopic
intervention.
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Portal Hypertension Complications**
- **Variceal bleeding**: Fatal outcome due to lack of
primary prophylaxis (NSBBs/banding).
- **Ascites**: Managed with diuretics and fluid
restriction.
- **Thrombocytopenia**: Critical risk factor for bleeding
(no platelet transfusion documented).
**B. Etiology-Specific Factors**
- **HBV-related cirrhosis**: Resolved infection (DNA
undetectable) but irreversible liver damage.
- **DM-II**: Poor glycemic control exacerbating liver injury
and ascites.
**C. Therapeutic Gaps**
- **Delayed conventional care**: Ayurvedic use delayed
effective management.
- **Missing variceal prophylaxis**: NSBBs/endoscopy not
initiated despite portal hypertension signs.
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: HBV as a Silent Driver of Cirrhosis**
- **Key Insight**: Resolved HBV (DNA-negative) can still
cause decompensation due to prior liver damage.
- **Novelty**: Absence of active HBV replication may lead to
complacency in monitoring/follow-up.
**Theme 2: Thrombocytopenia as a Red Flag**
- **Key Insight**: Platelet counts <50,000/cumm signal
high variceal bleeding risk, demanding urgent prophylaxis.
- **Novelty**: Thrombocytopenia progression (20,000 →
92,000) suggests transient improvement but insufficient for safe
discharge.
**Theme 3: DM-II Complicates Cirrhosis Management**
- **Key Insight**: Hyperglycemia (GRBS 452 mg/dl) worsens
ascites and infection risk.
- **Novelty**: Insulin use in cirrhosis requires cautious
titration to avoid hypoglycemia and fluid overload.
**Theme 4: Missed Opportunities in Prophylaxis**
- **Key Insight**: Lack of NSBBs/endoscopy despite
splenomegaly and thrombocytopenia led to fatal bleeding.
- **Novelty**: Ayurvedic delay highlights systemic gaps in
patient education on integrating traditional/conventional care.
---
#### **4. Learning Points**
**Clinical**
1. **HBV cirrhosis demands lifelong monitoring**, even with
resolved infection, due to irreversible fibrosis.
2. **Platelet count <50,000/cumm** warrants urgent
variceal prophylaxis (NSBBs/banding) regardless of bleeding history.
3. **Grade I encephalopathy** requires aggressive
lactulose/rifaximin to prevent progression.
**Therapeutic**
4. **Variceal prophylaxis**: NSBBs (e.g., propranolol) must
be initiated in high-risk patients (splenomegaly, thrombocytopenia).
5. **DM-II management**: Tight glycemic control (HbA1c
<7%) slows liver disease progression and reduces infections.
6. **Avoid delayed conventional care**: Educate patients on
risks of unproven therapies (e.g., Ayurveda) in advanced cirrhosis.
**Outcome Influencers**
7. **Hyponatremia**: Predicts mortality in cirrhosis;
correct cautiously to avoid osmotic demyelination.
8. **Splenomegaly**: Correlates with portal hypertension
severity and bleeding risk.
9. **Follow-up adherence**: Lost to follow-up (implied by
Ayurvedic use) increases mortality; structured post-discharge plans are
critical.
**Novel Insights**
- **HBV DNA negativity**: Does not preclude cirrhosis
progression; fibrosis staging (e.g., FibroScan) is essential.
- **Insulin in cirrhosis**: Prefer short-acting analogs
(e.g., lispro) over NPH to reduce hypoglycemia risk.
- **Role of rifaximin**: Beyond encephalopathy, it reduces
bacterial translocation, potentially delaying ascites recurrence.
---
**Conclusion**
This case underscores the lethal consequences of missed
variceal prophylaxis and poor DM control in HBV-related cirrhosis.
Thrombocytopenia, splenomegaly, and hyponatremia are critical prognostic
markers. Contrasting with Cases 19 and 20, where follow-up adherence improved
outcomes, this patient’s death highlights the need for aggressive prophylaxis,
patient education, and multidisciplinary care in portal hypertension
management.
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[12/05/25, 10:48:00 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 22* with AI
analysis 🤖
46 year male
Admission-03/02/24
Discharge -07/02/24
Follow up- patient lost on follow up
*️⃣ *Diagnosis*
*ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE*
*ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE SYNDROME*
Case History and Clinical Findings
A 45 YEAR OLD MALE PATIENT CAME TO OPD WITH
C/O LOSS OF APPETITE SINCE 1 MONTH
C/O BLACK COLOURED STOOLS SINCE 1 WEEK
C/O CONSTIPATION SINCE 1 WEEK
HOPI:
PT WAS APPARANTLY ALRIGHT 1 MONTH BACK AND THEN HE DEVELOPED
BLACK
COLOURED STOOLS(MALENA) SINCE 1 WEEK, SMALL IN QUANTITY,
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,
GRADUALY PROGRESSSIVE, BROWNISH BLACK IN COLOUR
DECREASED APPETITE SINCE 1 WEEK AND CONSTIPATION SINCE 1
WEEK
H/O CHRONIC ALCOHOL INTAKE SINCE 25 YEARS AND DAILY 180ml
N/H/O FEVER, COLD, COUGH, ALLERGIES
N/H/O ABD PAIN, TENDERNESS(-), NAUSEA(-) AND VOMITING
N/H/O BURNING MICTURITION
N/H/O CHEST PAIN, PALPITATIONS, SWEATING
NOT A K/C/O HTN, DM, TB, ASTHMA, THYROID DISORDERS, CAD,
EPILEPSY, CVA
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS C/C/C
TEMP- AFEBRILE
PR- 62BPM
RR- 18CPM
BP- 130/70MMHG
SPO2- 98% @RA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS S1S2 + NO MURMURS
RS BAE+
CNS NFND
P/A SOFT AND NT , BS +
USG ABDOMEN DONE ON 3/2/24
IMPRESSION:P/S/O CHRONBIC LIVER DISEASE
MILD SPLENOMEGALY
B/L RENAL CALCULI
PYSCHIATRY REFERRAL DONE ON 4/2/24 I/V/O ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
ADVICE:
TAB LORAZEPAM 2mg PO/BD
TAB BACLOFEN XL 20MG PO/OD
NICOTINE GUMS 2MG
2D ECHO DONE ON 06/02/24
IMPRESSION:MODERATE AR+, TRIVIAL TR+/MR+
NO RWMA. NO AS/MS SCLEOTIC AV
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION+ , NO PAH/PE
GASTROENTEROLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 6/2/24 I/V/O DEARRANGED
LFT VALUES
UGIE DONE
IMPRESSION:LOW GRADE OESOPHAGEAL VARICES
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 03-02-2024 03:55:PM
COLOUR
Pale yellow
APPEARANCE
Clear
REACTION
Acidic
SP.GRAVITY
1.010
ALBUMIN
trace
SUGAR
Nil
BILE SALTS
Nil
BILE PIGMENTS
Nil
PUS CELLS
3-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS
Nil
CRYSTALS
Nil
CASTS
Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
Absent
OTHERS
NilRFT 03-02-2024 03:55:PM
UREA
16 mg/dl42-12 mg/dl
CREATININE
0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dl
URIC ACID
5.4 mg/dl7.2-3.5 mg/dl
CALCIUM
10.01 mg/dl10.2-8.6 mg/dl
PHOSPHOROUS
4.0 mg/dl4.5-2.5 mg/dl
SODIUM
141 mEq/L145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM
3.0 mEq/L5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE
99 mEq/L98-107 mEq/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-02-2024
03:55:PM
Total Bilurubin
3.1 mg/dl1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin
1.4 mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)
178 IU/L35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)
76 IU/L45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE
153 IU/L128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS
7.8 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN
3.3 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO
0.75HBsAg-RAPID03-02-2024 03:57:PMNegative Anti HCV
Antibodies - RAPID03-02-2024
03:57:PMNon Reactive LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-02-2024
04:23:PM
Total Bilurubin
3.88 mg/dl1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin
1.43 mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)
177 IU/L35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)
74 IU/L45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE
150 IU/L128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS
8.0 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN
4.45 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO
1.25STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD04-02-2024 07:57:PMNegative
(-ve)SERUM ELECTROLYTES
(Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED CALCIUM 04-02-2024 11:21:PM
SODIUM139 mEq/L145-136
mEq/LPOTASSIUM3.2 mEq/L5.1-3.5 mEq/LCHLORIDE99 mEq/L98-107
mEq/LCALCIUM
IONIZED1.17 mmol/Lmmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 04-02-2024
11:21:PM
Total Bilurubin
2.57 mg/dl1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin
1.01 mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)
161 IU/L35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)
81 IU/L45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE
137 IU/L128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS
7.1 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN
3.90 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO
1.22LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 05-02-2024 07:09:PM
Total Bilurubin
1.99 mg/dl1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin
0.95 mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST)
126 IU/L35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT)
76 IU/L45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE
128 IU/L128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS
7.2 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN
2.41 gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO
0.50SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) AND SERUM IONIZED
CALCIUM 05-02-2024 07:09:PM
SODIUM
140 mEq/L145-136 mEq/L
POTASSIUM
3.3 mEq/L5.1-3.5 mEq/L
CHLORIDE
101 mEq/L98-107 mEq/L
CALCIUM IONIZED
1.19 mmol/Lmmol/L
HEMOGRAM:
HB- 14.6
TLC- 4000
PLATELET COUNT- 72000
RBC COUNT- 4.46
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB THIAMINE 200MG PO/BD
TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
TAB MVT PO/OD
TAB PAN 40MG PO/OD
TAB LORAZEPAM 2MG PO/BD
TAB BACLOFEN XL 20MG PO/OD
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/TID
SYP POTKLOR 10ML IN 100ML WATER PO/BD
TAB LIPLAR LA 20MG PO/OD
NICOTINE GUMS
Advice at Discharge
TAB THIAMINE 200MG PO/BD X 10 DAYS
TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD X 7 DAYS
TAB NEUROBION FORTE PO/OD@ 2PM X 15 DAYS
TAB PAN 40MG PO/OD@7AM X 1WEEK
TAB LORAZEPAM 2MG PO/BD X 2 DAYS
TAB BACLOFEN XL 20MG PO/OD X 1WEEK
TAB CIPLAR LA 20MG PO/OD@ 9PM X 10 DAYS
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/TID X 6 DAYS
NICOTINE GUMS PO/SOS
STOP ALCOHOL COMPLETELY
Follow Up
REVIEW TO MEDICINE OPD AFTER 7 DAYS OR SOS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
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### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze clinical, radiological,
laboratory, and therapeutic factors in a decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis
patient with portal hypertension, emphasizing variability and outcome
determinants.
---______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Alcoholic liver disease (ALD)**: Elevated AST/ALT ratio
(178/76), splenomegaly, low-grade varices.
- **Portal hypertension**: Varices, splenomegaly,
thrombocytopenia (72,000/cumm).
- **Alcohol withdrawal management**: Lorazepam, baclofen,
nicotine gum.
- **Gastrointestinal bleeding**: Melena (initially occult
blood-negative; possible intermittent upper GI bleed).
- **Metabolic imbalance**: Hypokalemia (K+ 3.0–3.3 mEq/L),
hypoalbuminemia (albumin 2.41–4.45 gm/dl).
**Radiological/Laboratory Factors**
- **USG**: Chronic liver disease, splenomegaly, renal
calculi.
- **2D Echo**: Diastolic dysfunction (possible
alcohol-related cardiomyopathy).
- **Thrombocytopenia**: Persistent low platelets
(72,000/cumm).
- **AST/ALT ratio >2**: Classic for ALD.
- **Hyponatremia**: Na+ 139–141 mEq/L (early sign of
decompensation).
**Therapeutic Factors**
- **Alcohol withdrawal**: Benzodiazepines (lorazepam),
baclofen (anti-craving).
- **Portal hypertension management**: Lactulose
(encephalopathy prophylaxis), no NSBBs/endoscopic variceal prophylaxis.
- **Nutritional support**: Thiamine, multivitamins.
- **Electrolyte correction**: Potassium
supplementation.
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Portal Hypertension Complications**
- **Varices**: Low-grade esophageal varices (missed
opportunity for NSBBs/banding).
- **Thrombocytopenia**: High bleeding risk despite occult
blood negativity.
- **Splenomegaly**: Correlates with portal hypertension
severity.
**B. Alcohol-Specific Factors**
- **Withdrawal management**: Benzodiazepines reduce delirium
risk but require cautious use in cirrhosis.
- **ALD progression**: Elevated ALP (153 IU/L) and bilirubin
(3.88 mg/dl) indicate cholestatic injury.
**C. Therapeutic Gaps**
- **No variceal prophylaxis**: Absence of NSBBs despite
varices and thrombocytopenia.
- **Lost to follow-up**: Critical barrier to monitoring
ascites, encephalopathy, and bleeding risk.
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Variceal Prophylaxis Neglect**
- **Key Insight**: Low-grade varices still warrant NSBBs
(e.g., propranolol) to reduce bleeding risk, especially with
thrombocytopenia.
- **Novelty**: Occult blood negativity may delay
intervention, but thrombocytopenia itself is a red flag.
**Theme 2: Alcohol Withdrawal Complicates Cirrhosis
Care**
- **Key Insight**: Benzodiazepines (lorazepam) prevent
withdrawal seizures but risk encephalopathy in advanced cirrhosis.
- **Novelty**: Baclofen’s role in reducing alcohol craving
may improve long-term abstinence if follow-up is ensured.
**Theme 3: Thrombocytopenia as a Silent Threat**
- **Key Insight**: Platelet counts <100,000/cumm
correlate with portal hypertension severity and bleeding risk, even without
active bleeding.
- **Novelty**: Thrombocytopenia progression may reflect
splenic sequestration or alcohol-induced bone marrow suppression.
**Theme 4: Lost to Follow-Up as a Mortality Driver**
- **Key Insight**: Discontinuity in care increases risks of
variceal bleeding, encephalopathy, and relapse.
- **Novelty**: Structured transition plans (e.g., community
health workers) may reduce attrition in high-risk patients.
---
#### **4. Learning Points**
**Clinical**
1. **AST/ALT ratio >2** confirms alcoholic hepatitis;
monitor for cholestasis (elevated ALP/bilirubin).
2. **Low-grade varices** require NSBBs to reduce bleeding
risk, even in asymptomatic patients.
3. **Thrombocytopenia <100,000/cumm** demands urgent
variceal surveillance and prophylaxis.
**Therapeutic**
4. **Baclofen XL**: Emerging evidence supports its use for
alcohol craving in cirrhosis (prevents relapse).
5. **Hyponatremia correction**: Slow normalization to avoid
osmotic demyelination.
6. **Nicotine replacement**: Reduces tobacco withdrawal,
indirectly improving portal hypertension.
**Outcome Influencers**
7. **Follow-up adherence**: Lost patients face higher
mortality; leverage telehealth for engagement.
8. **Electrolyte stability**: Hypokalemia exacerbates
encephalopathy and arrhythmia risk.
9. **Benzodiazepine caution**: Prefer short-acting agents
(e.g., lorazepam) to minimize sedation.
**Novel Insights**
- **Occult blood-negative melena**: Upper GI bleeding (e.g.,
varices) may require repeat testing or endoscopy despite initial
negativity.
- **Renal calculi in cirrhosis**: May reflect dehydration or
metabolic alterations (e.g., hypokalemia).
- **Diastolic dysfunction**: Alcohol-related cardiac changes
complicate fluid management in ascites.
---
**Conclusion**
This case highlights the critical interplay of alcohol
cessation, variceal prophylaxis, and follow-up adherence in ALD management.
Contrasting with Cases 21 (fatal bleed) and 20 (successful abstinence), **lost
to follow-up** emerges as a pivotal determinant of poor outcomes. Proactive
NSBB initiation, baclofen for craving reduction, and community-based follow-up
protocols are essential to mitigate mortality in portal hypertension patients.
[12/05/25, 10:52:20 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Learning
Points from the 5 Cases of Portal Hypertension and Liver Disease**
#### **1. Variceal Prophylaxis is Critical**
- **Case 21 & 22**: Missed opportunities for
**non-selective beta-blockers (NSBBs)** or endoscopic banding led to fatal
variceal bleeding. Thrombocytopenia (<100,000/cumm) is a red flag for
bleeding risk, even in low-grade varices.
- **Takeaway**: Initiate NSBBs (e.g., propranolol) or
endoscopic interventions in high-risk patients (varices, splenomegaly,
thrombocytopenia).
#### **2. Follow-Up Adherence Determines Outcomes**
- **Case 17 & 22**: Lost to follow-up correlated with
poor outcomes (e.g., variceal bleeding, uncontrolled ascites).
- **Case 19 & 20**: Regular follow-up improved
management of ascites, encephalopathy, and abstinence adherence.
- **Takeaway**: Implement structured follow-up protocols
(e.g., telehealth, community health workers) to reduce attrition.
#### **3. Etiology-Specific Management**
- **Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD)** (Cases 19, 20, 22):
- **AST/ALT ratio
>2** confirms alcoholic hepatitis. Monitor for cholestasis (elevated
ALP/bilirubin).
- **Thiamine
supplementation** is mandatory to prevent Wernicke’s encephalopathy.
- **Baclofen**
reduces alcohol cravings and relapse risk.
- **HBV-Related Cirrhosis** (Case 21): Even with resolved
infection (undetectable DNA), lifelong monitoring is needed for fibrosis
progression.
#### **4. Comorbidity Management**
- **Diabetes Mellitus (DM-II)** (Cases 20, 21): Poor
glycemic control exacerbates liver injury and ascites. Use short-acting insulin
analogs to avoid hypoglycemia.
- **Tobacco/Alcohol Withdrawal** (Cases 20, 22): Nicotine
gum and lorazepam aid cessation but require cautious use in cirrhosis to avoid
sedation or encephalopathy.
#### **5. Nutritional and Electrolyte Support**
- **Hypoalbuminemia** (All Cases): Drives ascites and edema.
Use hepatic protein powders and egg whites for safe protein intake.
- **Electrolyte Imbalances** (Cases 17, 19, 22): Hypokalemia
and hyponatremia worsen encephalopathy and arrhythmia risk. Correct slowly to
avoid complications.
#### **6. Risks of Alternative Medicine Delays**
- **Case 21**: Ayurvedic treatment delayed conventional
care, accelerating decompensation.
- **Takeaway**: Educate patients on integrating
evidence-based therapies early in disease.
#### **7. Multidisciplinary Care**
- **Psychiatry/Nutrition** (Cases 20, 22): Alcohol
withdrawal, neuropathy, and malnutrition require input from psychiatrists,
dietitians, and addiction specialists.
- **Cardiac Evaluation** (Case 22): Diastolic dysfunction in
ALD complicates fluid management; echocardiography is key.
#### **8. Thrombocytopenia as a Prognostic Marker**
- **All Cases**: Platelet counts <100,000/cumm correlate
with portal hypertension severity and bleeding risk. Monitor closely and
prioritize prophylaxis.
#### **9. Role of Rifaximin**
- **Case 20 & 21**: Beyond hepatic encephalopathy,
rifaximin reduces bacterial translocation, potentially delaying ascites
recurrence and infections.
#### **10. Patient Education and Abstinence**
- **Case 20 & 22**: Successful alcohol/tobacco
abstinence improved outcomes. Use motivational counseling and pharmacotherapy
(e.g., baclofen) to sustain abstinence.
---
### **Key Insights by Category**
| **Clinical** | **Therapeutic** | **Outcome
Influencers** |
|-----------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| - AST/ALT ratio >2 in ALD | - NSBBs for variceal
prophylaxis | - Follow-up
adherence |
| - Thrombocytopenia as red flag | - Lactulose/rifaximin for HE | - Abstinence adherence |
| - Hyponatremia predicts mortality | - Thiamine for
alcoholics | - Glycemic control
in DM |
| - Splenomegaly = portal HTN | - Baclofen for alcohol craving | - Avoid delayed conventional care |
| - Occult blood-negative melena | - Electrolyte correction protocols | - Multidisciplinary follow-up plans |
### **Conclusion**
These cases underscore the importance of **prophylaxis**,
**follow-up adherence**, and **tailored management** of comorbidities in portal
hypertension. Addressing alcohol cessation, glycemic control, and electrolyte
stability, while leveraging multidisciplinary care, can significantly reduce
mortality. Lost to follow-up and delayed interventions remain critical
barriers, emphasizing the need for patient-centered, system-level solutions.
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[12/05/25, 10:58:51 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 23* with AI
analysis 🤖
41 year old male
Admission - 21/02/24
Patient left the . against medical advice on -22/02/24
On follow up- patient expired due to liver disease after few
days
*Diagnosis*
*DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH DIRECT
HYPERBILIRUBINEMIA*
*HEPATORENALSYNDROME TYPE 1*
*GRADE I HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY*
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O YELLOWISH DISCOLOURATION SINCE 20 DAYS
C/O ABDOMEN DISTENTION SINCE 3 DAYS
BILATERAL LOWER LIMB SWELLING SINCE 3 DAYS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASSYMPTOMATIC 20 DAYS AGO THEN
NOTICED YELLOWISH
DISCOLOURATION OF EYES,C/O ABDOMEN DISTENTION SINCE 3
DAYS,BILATERAL LOWER
LIMB SWELLING SINCE 3 DAYS WHICH IS PITTING TYPE EXTENDING
UPTO KNEES
H/O ABDOMINAL PAIN SINCE 2 DAYS ,DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
SINCE 4 DAYS
H/O MELENA SINCE 2 DAYS
NO H/O LOOSE MOTIONS,VOMITING,CONSTIPATION
NO H/O HEMETEMESIS,HEMATURIA
NO H/O FEVER
H/O ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL WITHDRAWL 20 DAYS
BACK
PAST HISTORY
N/K/C/O DM,HTN,ASTHMA,EPILEPSY,CAD,CVA,THYROID DISORDERS
CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC SINCE 10 YEARS CONSUMES 250ML DAILY , LAST
BINGE 20 DAYS
BACK
CHRONIC SMOKER SINCE 10 YEARS 2-3 CIGARETTES DAILY
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
AFEBRILE 98.0 F
BP:110/70 MMHG
PR:100 BPM
RR:20 CPM
GRBS:105 MG/DL
PALLOR -
ICTERUS +
PEDAL EDEMA +
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS:S1 S2 HEARD
NO MURMURS
CNS: NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
P/A: SOFT AND NON TENDER
RS:BAE+ ,NORMAL VESICULAR BREATH SOUNDS PRESENT.
Investigation
BLOOD UREA 63 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)
SODIUM 131 mEq/L
POTASSIUM 3.7 mEq/L
CHLORIDE 103 mEq/L
SERUM CREATININE 3.3 mg/dl
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
Total Bilurubin 17.09 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 12.8 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 30 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 102 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 224 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 6.9 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.3 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.50
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID Non Reactive
HBsAg-RAPID Negative
ABG 22-02-2024 09:51:AM
PH 7.32
PCO2 20.6
PO2 120
HCO3 10.5
St.HCO3 13.9
BEB -13.8
BEecf -14.5
TCO2 21.7
O2 Sat 95.8
O2 Count 15.7
HEMOGRAM
HB - 10.2
RBC 2.18
PLT 1.24
PT 17
INR 1.25
APTT 34
ECG NORMAL SINUS RHYTHM
CXR NORMAL
USG ABDOMEN AND PELVIS
LIVER IRREGULAR AND INCREASED ECHOTEXTURE
MILD SPLENOMEGALY
MODERATE ASCITES
LIKELY CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
LIVER HEMANGIOMA
MILD GB WALL EDEMA WITH HYPOECHOEIC FOCI
KIDNEYS NORMAL
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ TAXIM 1 GM IVBD
INJ TELRIPRESSIN 2MG IV QID
INJ. ALBUMIN 20% IV OD GIVEN
INJ THIAMINE 200MG IN 100ML NS IV BD
T. LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD 1-0-4PM
T. UDILIV 300MG PO BD 1-0-1
T. RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD 1-0-1
T. INDERAL 40MG PO OD 0-1-0
SYP LACTULOSE 10ML PO HS
SYP HEPAMERZ 10ML PO TID
RESOURCE PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 500ML IN MILK OR WATER
BD
2 EGG WHITES/DAY
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/ DAY
Advice at Discharge
LAMA NOTES
40 YEAR OLD WITH DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH
DIRECT
HYPERBILIRUBINEMIA WITH HEPATORENAL SYNDROME TYPE 1,GRADE 1
HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY .PATIENT CONDITION WAS EXPLAINED TO THE
ATTENDERS IN THIER
OWN UNDERSTANDING LANGUAGE AND COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH
IT LIKE
MORBIDITY ,MORTALITY,NEED FOR DIALYSIS,BUT PATIENT ATTENDERS
ARE NOT WILLING
AND WANT TO LEAVE AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE .
DOCTORS AND STAFF ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNTOWARDS
EVENTS.
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: present the themes as learning points,
highlighting the key findings and insights related to To estimate the
variability in Clinical, Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in
the spectrum of portal hypertension
patients presenting to medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze clinical, radiological,
laboratory, and therapeutic factors in a decompensated cirrhosis patient with
hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) and assess factors influencing outcomes in portal
hypertension.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Decompensated cirrhosis**: Jaundice (bilirubin 17.09
mg/dl), ascites, grade I encephalopathy.
- **Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) Type 1**: Acute kidney injury
(creatinine 3.3 mg/dl), oliguria, no structural kidney damage.
- **Portal hypertension**: Splenomegaly, thrombocytopenia
(platelets 1.24 lakh/cumm).
- **Alcohol-related liver disease**: Chronic alcoholism (250
ml/day), AST/ALT ratio <1 (30/102 IU/L) suggests non-alcoholic flare.
- **Metabolic acidosis**: ABG shows pH 7.32, HCO3 10.5 (due
to renal failure and lactate accumulation).
**Radiological/Laboratory Factors**
- **USG**: Irregular liver, splenomegaly, ascites, GB wall
edema (possible cholecystitis).
- **Coagulopathy**: INR 1.25, PT 17 sec (impaired synthetic
liver function).
- **Hypoalbuminemia** (2.3 gm/dl): Drives ascites and
edema.
- **Hyponatremia** (Na+ 131 mEq/L): Poor prognostic
marker.
**Therapeutic Factors**
- **HRS management**: Terlipressin + albumin (gold standard
for HRS Type 1).
- **Infection control**: Ceftriaxone (Taxim) for possible
SBP/spontaneous infections.
- **Encephalopathy prophylaxis**: Lactulose, rifaximin
(Rifagut).
- **Non-compliance**: Left AMA despite critical condition,
leading to death.
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Portal Hypertension Complications**
- **HRS Type 1**: Rapidly progressive renal failure
requiring urgent vasoconstrictor therapy.
- **Ascites**: Managed with diuretics (Lasilactone) and
albumin.
- **Thrombocytopenia**: High bleeding risk despite no active
bleed.
**B. Alcohol-Related Factors**
- **Altered sensorium**: Likely withdrawal (managed with
thiamine) or early encephalopathy.
- **AST/ALT ratio <1**: Unusual for ALD; may indicate
acute hepatitis (e.g., viral, ischemic).
**C. Therapeutic Challenges**
- **Non-adherence**: Leaving AMA negates life-saving
interventions (e.g., dialysis).
- **Infection risk**: Ceftriaxone use suggests empiric SBP
coverage.
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: HRS Type 1 as a Mortality Accelerator**
- **Key Insight**: HRS Type 1 has a median survival of <2
weeks without treatment. Terlipressin + albumin improves outcomes but requires
timely administration.
- **Novelty**: Metabolic acidosis (pH 7.32) and hyponatremia
(Na+ 131) signal advanced disease, often missed in resource-limited
settings.
**Theme 2: Non-Adherence as a Critical Barrier**
- **Key Insight**: Leaving AMA in decompensated cirrhosis
has a mortality rate >50% within 30 days. Family education and palliative
care integration are essential.
- **Novelty**: Socioeconomic factors (cost, distrust in
healthcare) often drive AMA decisions.
**Theme 3: Infection and Renal Dysfunction Interplay**
- **Key Insight**: SBP or sepsis can trigger HRS.
Ceftriaxone prophylaxis is justified even without confirmed infection in
high-risk patients.
- **Novelty**: GB wall edema on USG may indicate acalculous
cholecystitis, complicating ascites management.
**Theme 4: AST/ALT Ratio Paradox**
- **Key Insight**: AST/ALT ratio <1 in ALD suggests acute
hepatocellular injury (e.g., ischemic hepatitis, viral coinfection).
- **Novelty**: Elevated ALT (102 IU/L) despite ALD warrants
viral/hepatic ischemia workup.
---
#### **4. Learning Points**
**Clinical**
1. **HRS Type 1 demands urgent terlipressin + albumin**;
delay worsens mortality.
2. **AST/ALT ratio <1 in ALD** prompts evaluation for
alternative liver insults (e.g., ischemia, viral hepatitis).
3. **Hyponatremia (Na+ <135)** and **metabolic acidosis**
predict poor prognosis in cirrhosis.
**Therapeutic**
4. **Early dialysis consideration**: For refractory HRS
despite terlipressin, though limited by patient adherence.
5. **Empiric antibiotics**: Ceftriaxone reduces mortality in
cirrhotic patients with ascites and renal dysfunction.
6. **Thiamine imperative**: Prevents Wernicke’s
encephalopathy in alcoholics, even post-withdrawal.
**Outcome Influencers**
7. **Non-adherence**: Address through culturally sensitive
counseling and financial support programs.
8. **Palliative care integration**: Improves end-of-life
decision-making and reduces AMA rates.
9. **GB wall edema**: May indicate infection; monitor for
acalculous cholecystitis.
**Novel Insights**
- **ALT elevation in ALD**: Uncommon; consider co-existing
NASH, drug-induced, or ischemic injury.
- **Lactulose in HRS**: Reduces ammonia but risks
dehydration; balance with fluid restriction.
- **Resource protein powder**: Provides safe protein intake
without worsening encephalopathy.
---
### **Theme Representation**
| **Theme** | **Key
Insight**
| **Impact on Outcome**
|
|-------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|
| **HRS Type 1 urgency** | Delayed terlipressin/albumin →
100% mortality
| Immediate treatment critical |
| **Non-adherence** | AMA correlates with rapid
mortality |
Socioeconomic interventions needed
|
| **Infection-renal link** | SBP/sepsis triggers HRS; empiric
antibiotics save lives
| Prophylaxis reduces HRS incidence |
| **AST/ALT paradox** | Ratio <1 suggests
non-alcoholic acute injury | Guides
differential diagnosis
|
---
**Conclusion**
This case underscores the lethal synergy of **HRS,
non-adherence, and infection** in decompensated cirrhosis. Contrasting with
Cases 19–22, **AMA** emerges as a catastrophic outcome determinant. Key
takeaways:
1. **Terlipressin + albumin** must be initiated immediately
in HRS.
2. **Patient education and trust-building** reduce AMA
rates.
3. **AST/ALT ratio <1** in ALD warrants expanded
diagnostics.
Addressing these factors through multidisciplinary care and
policy-level changes can improve survival in advanced liver disease.
[12/05/25, 11:06:39 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 24* with AI
analysis 🤖🧐
62 years male
Admission -11/03/24
Referred to higher centre- 12/03/24
Follow up- patient was lost on follow up
Diagnosis
DECOMPESATED LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCHOHOL WITH HIGH
GRADE ( GRADE
III) OESOPHAGEAL VARICES.
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION
HOPI:PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMTOMATIC 2 MONTHS BACK THEN
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION WHICH IS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE
ASSOCIATED WITH LOW GRADE FEVER , PEDAL EDEMA
NO H/O VOMITINGS , DARK COLORED STOOLS CONSTIPATION +, NO
H/O ABDOMINAL PAIN
BURNING MICTURATION . DECRASED URINE OUTPUT
NO H/O OF BREATHLESSNESS , CHEST PAIN , COUGH COLD ,
PALPITATIONS , PND
,ORTHOPNEA
H/O LOSS OF APPETITE , GENERALISED WEAKNESS +,NO H/O MALENA
NOT A K/C/O DM ,HTN , ASTHMA , CKD ,CVA , THYROID DISORDERS
, EPILEPSY
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS C/C/C
PR 88BPM
BP 110 /80 MMHG
RR 18 CPM
GRBS -107 MG /DL
ABDOMINAL GIRTH 87 CMS
WEIGHT 53 KGS
INPUT/OUTPUT-300/400 ML
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS ; S1S2+ ,NO MUMURS
RESPIRATORY ; BAE +, NVBS
CNS : NFND
PER ABDOMEN : DISTENDED , NON TENDER , SHIFTING DULLNESS +,
NO ORGANOMEGALY
FLUID THRILL +
PSYCHIATRIC REFERAL WAS DONE :
IMPRESSION :
ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE SYNDROME ( CURRENTLY IN WITHDRAWAL )
TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME ( CURRENTLY IN ABSTINENCE)
ADVICED :
TAB OXAZEPAM 15 MG PO/BD (1---X---2)
INJ LORAZEPAM 2 MG 1/2 AMPULE /IM /SOS IF PATIENT IS
IRRITABLE AND ANXIOUS
GASTRO REFERAL WAS DONE :
ADVISED UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY :ON 12/3/24
GRADE -III VARICES X 2 COLUMNS
GRADE II VARICES X 1 COLUMN
IMPRESSION - HIGH GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
VARICEAL LIGATION WAS SUGGESTED
TAB CARDIVAS 3.125 MG /PO/OD
COURSE IN . :
PATIENT WAS ADMITTED IN THE . WITH C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION
SINCE 2
MONTHS AND WAS INVESTIGATED THAT SHOWED DERRANGED LFT
ANDDAIGNOSTIC
TAPPING WAS DONE ON FURTHER EVALUATION WAS DIAGNOSED AS
DECOMPESATED
LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCHOHOL WITH HIGH GRADE (GRADE
III) OESOPHAGEAL
VARICES. GASTROENTEROLOGIST REFERRAL WAS DONE I/V/O ANY
VARICEAL BLEED AND
ON UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY SHOWED GRADE -III VARICES X 2 COLUMNS
; GRADE II VARICES
X 1 COLUMN ;IMPRESSION - HIGH GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES AND
VARICEAL LIGATION
WAS SUGGESTED.PSYCHIATRY REFERRL WAS DONE I/V/O ALCOHOL
DEPENDENCE. THE
PATIENT WAS REFERRED TO HIGHER CENTRE I/V/O ENDOSCOPIC
VARICEAL LIGATION.
Investigation
HBsAg-RAPID 11-03-2024 10:12:PM Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 11-03-2024 10:12:PM
BLOOD UREA 11-03-2024 10:12:PM 16 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 11-03-2024 10:12:PM 0.5 mg/dl 1.3-0.8
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na,
K, C l) 11-03-2024 10:12:PMPOTASSIUM 3.6 mmol/L 5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE 98 mmol/L 98-107
mmol/L
SODIUM 133MMOL/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 11-03-2024 10:12:PMTotal Bilurubin
14.27 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 10.97 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 82 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 26 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 197 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
7.3 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.85 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.64
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 11-03-2024 10:12:PMCOLOUR
BrownishAPPEARANCE
CloudyREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN ++SUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE
PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS fewRED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS
NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
USG - CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH HEPATO FUGAL FLOW IN PORTAL
VEIN WITH MILD
SPLEENOMEGALY
RAISED ECHOGENICITY OF B/L KIDNEYS
MODERATE TO GROSS ASCITES
UGIE :
GRADE -III VARICES X 2 COLUMNS
GRADE II VARICES X 1 COLUMN
IMPRESSION - HIGH GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
2D ECHO _
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
MITAL VALVE - MAC +, AML - DOOMING , PML - FIXED
EF 62 %
IVC 0.7 CMS COLLAPSING , NO RWMA
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS :
SUGARS 130
PROTEIN O.9
AMYLASE 14
ASITIC ALBUMIN -0.43
SERUM ALBUMIN -3.35
SAAG -2.92
LDH -145
HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEINS
HB - 9.1
TC -13700
PLATELETS 1.40 LKHS
APTT 36 SECS
PT 19
INR 1.4
BT 2 SECS
CT 4 SECS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB UDILIV PO/BD 300 MG
TAB RIFAGUT 550 MG PO /B D
TAB LASILACTONE 20/50 PO/.BD
SYP HEPANER 100ML PO/BD
INJ CEFOTAXIM I GM IV .BD
TAB THIAMINE 100 MG PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
PATIENT AND PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPALINED ABOUT THE
PATIENT
CONDITION - DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE , SECONDARY TO
ALCOHOL WITH HIGH
GRADE (III) ESOPHAGEAL VARICES THEIR RISK AND COMPLICATIONS
ASSOCIATED WITH IT
I.E VARICEAL BLEEDING SECONDARY TO RUPTURE ,IN THEIR OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE
LANGUAGE , THE NEED FOR ENDOSCOPIC VARICEAL LIGATION HAS
BEEN EXPLAINED AS
THE PATIENT NEEDS SURGICAL INTERVENTION THE CASE IS BEEN
REFERES TO HIGHER
CENTER FOR ENDOSCOPIC VARICEAL LIGATION CASE HAS BEEN
DISCUSED AND UPPER GI
ENDOSCOPY WAS PERFORMED BY DR . NAGESHWAR RAO
(GASTROENTEROLOGIST)THE
CASE IS BEEN REFERED TO HIGHER CENTRE AFTER DISCUSSING WITH
WITH DR.SAVITHA
ASS PROF . . STAFF , DOCTORS AND ADMINISTRATION ARE NOT
RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY UNTOWARDS EVENTS INCLUDING DEATH OUTSIDE THE .
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation:
Thesis title - diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in
suspected portal hypertension patients in rural teritiary care .s
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainties in a decompensated cirrhosis patient with high-grade varices in a
rural tertiary care ., focusing on portal hypertension management
challenges.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Decompensated cirrhosis**: High-grade esophageal varices
(Grade III), SAAG 2.92 (portal hypertension), thrombocytopenia (1.4
lakh/cumm).
- **Alcohol dependence**: Current withdrawal managed with
oxazepam/lorazepam.
- **Ascites**: Moderate-to-gross ascites with hepatofugal
portal flow (advanced portal hypertension).
- **Infection risk**: Empiric cefotaxime use without
confirmed SBP.
**Diagnostic Uncertainties**
- **SAAG reliance**: Elevated SAAG (2.92) used to confirm
portal hypertension, but no ascitic fluid PMN count to rule out SBP.
- **Delayed endoscopy**: Variceal ligation suggested but
deferred due to referral logistics.
**Therapeutic Uncertainties**
- **Antibiotic use**: Cefotaxime initiated without confirmed
infection (ascitic fluid PMN/culture not documented).
- **Variceal prophylaxis**: No NSBBs (e.g., propranolol)
despite high-grade varices; delayed ligation due to referral.
**Systemic Barriers**
- **Referral delays**: Lack of on-site endoscopic ligation
capabilities.
- **Lost to follow-up**: Discontinuity in care after
referral.
---
#### **2. Categorization**
| **Category**
| **Subcategories** |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| **Portal Hypertension** | - High-grade varices, SAAG >1.1,
thrombocytopenia |
| **Alcohol-Related Factors** | - Withdrawal management, relapse risk |
| **Diagnostic Gaps** | - SAAG vs. SBP workup, delayed
endoscopy |
| **Therapeutic Challenges** | - Empiric antibiotics, lack of NSBBs,
referral delays |
| **Systemic Issues** | - Rural resource limitations,
follow-up attrition |
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Diagnostic Uncertainty in Ascites**
- **Key Insight**: SAAG >1.1 confirms portal hypertension
but does not exclude SBP. Rural .s often lack resources for ascitic fluid PMN
counts, leading to empiric antibiotic overuse.
- **Case Link**: Cefotaxime was given without PMN/culture,
risking antibiotic resistance and missed infections.
**Theme 2: Therapeutic Delay in Variceal Management**
- **Key Insight**: High-grade varices (Grade III) require
urgent ligation or NSBBs. Referral delays in rural settings increase bleeding
risk.
- **Case Link**: Variceal ligation was deferred due to
referral logistics; NSBBs were not initiated.
**Theme 3: Alcohol Withdrawal Complicates Care**
- **Key Insight**: Benzodiazepines (oxazepam/lorazepam)
manage withdrawal but risk sedation in encephalopathy. Multidisciplinary care
is often unavailable in rural areas.
- **Case Link**: No psychiatry follow-up post-discharge,
increasing relapse risk.
**Theme 4: Systemic Barriers in Rural Care**
- **Key Insight**: Lack of endoscopic expertise and poor
follow-up protocols lead to fragmented care.
- **Case Link**: Lost to follow-up after referral reflects
systemic gaps in patient navigation and education.
---
#### **4. Theme Representation: Learning Points**
**Diagnostic Uncertainties**
1. **SAAG reliance without SBP exclusion**: In rural
settings, prioritize ascitic fluid PMN counts (if possible) to avoid
unnecessary antibiotics.
2. **Delayed endoscopy**: High-grade varices demand same-day
endoscopy. Advocate for on-site training or telemedicine-guided
procedures.
**Therapeutic Uncertainties**
3. **Empiric antibiotics**: Reserve cefotaxime for confirmed
SBP (PMN >250/mm³). Use albumin for HRS prophylaxis in high-risk
ascites.
4. **Variceal prophylaxis**: Initiate NSBBs (e.g.,
propranolol) immediately in high-grade varices, even if ligation is
delayed.
**Systemic Challenges**
5. **Referral delays**: Partner with higher centers for
urgent referrals or train local staff in emergency ligation.
6. **Lost to follow-up**: Implement community health
worker-led tracking systems to reduce attrition.
**Alcohol-Specific Factors**
7. **Withdrawal management**: Use short-acting
benzodiazepines (lorazepam) to minimize sedation risks in encephalopathy.
8. **Relapse prevention**: Integrate addiction counseling
into post-discharge plans.
---
### **Conclusion**
This case highlights **diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainties** in rural portal hypertension management:
- **SAAG reliance without SBP exclusion** risks missing
infections.
- **Delayed variceal ligation** due to referral logistics
escalates bleeding mortality.
- **Alcohol withdrawal management** lacks multidisciplinary
support.
**Systemic barriers** (referral delays, follow-up attrition)
exacerbate outcomes. For rural .s, solutions include:
- **On-site endoscopy training**.
- **Protocols for NSBB initiation**.
- **Community-based follow-up systems**.
**Thesis Alignment**: These findings underscore the need for
context-specific guidelines in resource-limited settings to address diagnostic
ambiguity and therapeutic delays, directly aligning with the thesis on
uncertainties in rural portal hypertension care.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[12/05/25, 11:20:25 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 25 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
41 years male
Admission -21/03/24
Left against medical advice -23/03/24
Mortality - due to critical illness and portal hypertension
complications
Diagnosis
SEPTIC SHOCK WITH MODS WITH DIC
ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE
SEVERE ANEMIA SECONARY TO ? GI BLEED
S/P ENDOTRACHEAL INTUBATION [DAY-0] ON MECHANICAL
VENTILATION
Case History and Clinical Findings
PT WAS BROUGHT TO CASUALITY IN ALTERED STATE SINCE YESTERDAY
MORNING
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASSYMPTOMATIC UNTILL YESTERDAY MORNING
DEVELOPED
ALTERED SENSORIUM , INSIDIOUS ONSET , NOT ORIENTED TO TIME ,
PLACE , PERSON ,
CONSCIOUS , NON COOPERATIVE
H/O VOMITING 2 EPISODES , GREENISH COLOUR
H/O LOOSE STOOL, SINCE 2 DAYS , 4 EPISODES WATERY
CONSISTENCY
H/O LOSS OF APPETITE SINCE 2 DAYS , H/O INADEQUATE SLEEP
SINCE SINCE 3 DAYS
NO H/O FEVER , NO H/O DECREASED URINE OUTPUT NO H/O SEIZURE
ACTIVITY
K/C/O ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION SINCE
9 MONTHS ,
STOPPED MEDICATION 10 DAYS BACK
N/K/C/O DM, HTN , TB , EPILEPSY , ASTHMA
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PT CONSCIOUS , INCOHERENT , NON COOPERATIVE
AFEBRILE
PR-94BPM
BP- 130/90 MMHG
CVS- S1S2 +
RS - BAE +
CNS - R L
TONE UL + +
LL + +
POWER - COULDNT ELICIT
REFLEXES B +2 +2
T +2 +2
S +2 +2
K +3 +3
A +1 +`1
P E E
PUPIL - REACTIVE TO LIGHT
COURSE IN .
41 YR OLD MALE WAS BROUGHT TO CASUALITY IN ALTERED STATE ,
VITALS AT THE TIME
OF ADMISSION PT CONSCIOUS , INCOHERENT , NON COOPERATIVE ,
PR -94BPM , BP- -
130/70 MMHG , GRBS- 139 MG/DL , SPO2 - 98% ON RA , PT WAS
EVALUATED ACCORDINGLY
AND DIAGNOSED AS ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO ALCOHOLIC
LIVER DISEASE ,
PT WAS TREATED ACCORDINGLY COAGULATION PROFILE WAS DERANGED
SO 6. PACKETS
OF FFP WERE TRANSFUSED AND DUE TO FALLING HB 1 PACKET PRBC
WAS TRANSFUSED ,
MRI WAS DONE I/V/O INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGES NO ABNORMALITY
WAS DETECTED
,ON DAY 3 MORNING ENDOTRACHEAL INTUBATION WAS DONE I/V/O
FALLING
SATURATIONS AND LOW GCS AND TREATMENT WAS CONTINUED
ACCORDINGLY . PT
ATTENDERS WERE EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION OF THE PT AND
NEED FOR
FURTHER TREATMENT AND STAY IN THE . BUT PT ATTENDERS ARE NOT
WILLING
TO STAY AND WANT TO LEAVE AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE .
Investigation
POST LUNCH BLOOD SUGAR 21-03-2024 11:33:AM 134 mg/dl 140-0
mg/dlSERUM CREATININE
21-03-2024 11:33:AM 1.0 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dlBLOOD UREA
21-03-2024 11:33:AM 70 mg/dl 42-12
mg/dlLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 21-03-2024 11:33:AMTotal
Bilurubin 19.30 mg/dl 1-0
mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 10.4 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 411
IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 115 IU/L
45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 201 IU/L 128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.1 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 3.0 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO
0.96HBsAg-RAPID 21-03-2024 11:33:AM
NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 21-03-2024 11:33:AM Non
ReactiveSERUM ELECTROLYTES
(Na, K, C l) 21-03-2024 11:35:AMSODIUM 134 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.0 mmol/L
5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 103 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LCOMPLETE
URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
21-03-2024 06:54:PMCOLOUR Pale yellowAPPEARANCE
ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010ALBUMIN NilSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS
CELLS 10-20EPITHELIAL
CELLS 3-4RED BLOOD CELLS loadedCRYSTALS NilCASTS
NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Bacteria seenLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
22-03-2024 12:07:AMTotal Bilurubin
19.62 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 14.22 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 325 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 114 IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 190
IU/L 128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.1 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 3.08 gm/dl 5.2-3.5
gm/dlA/G RATIO 1.02STOOL FOR
OCCULT BLOOD 22-03-2024 12:08:AM Positive (+ve)COMPLETE
URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
22-03-2024 04:18:PMCOLOUR Pale yellowAPPEARANCE
ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010ALBUMIN NilSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS
CELLS 2-3EPITHELIAL
CELLS fewRED BLOOD CELLS 4-5CRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Bacteria seenBLOOD UREA 22-03-2024 11:46:PM 113
mg/dl 42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE 22-03-2024 11:46:PM 1.4 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)
22-03-2024 11:46:PMSODIUM 139 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM
3.1 mmol/L 5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE 98 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST
(LFT) 22-03-2024
11:46:PMTotal Bilurubin 19.81 mg/
dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 12.85 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 299 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 111
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 125 IU/L 128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 5.5 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.88 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO 1.10ABG
23-03-2024 03:24:AMPH 7.382PCO2
16.6PO2 110HCO3 9.6St.HCO3 12.3BEB -15.1BEecf -14.7TCO2
21.9O2 Sat 98.6O2 Count 4.6ABG
23-03-2024 09:20:AMPH 7.39PCO2 19.2PO2 222HCO3 11.4St.HCO3
14.0BEB -12.9BEecf -
12.6TCO2 25.8O2 Sat 99.7O2 Count 5.8
CBP-21/3/24
HB- 6.2
TC- 7200
PCV- 16.9
CBP- 22/3/24
HB- 4.8
TC- 6000
PLT-40000
LDH- 139
RETIC COUNT- 0.9
TROP I - 48.6
USG- ABDOMEN AND PELVIS
PORTAL HYPERTENSION
MILD SPLENOMEGALY
GRADE 2 FATTY LIVER
MILD ASCITES [ FEW MESENTRIC COLLATERALS NOTED IN RT
HYPOCHONDRIUM ]
2D ECHO
NO RWMA
EF-68%
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION
IVC - 1.08 COLLAPSING
SCLEROTIC AV
MRI - BRAIN -
NO ABNORMALITY DETECTED
SERUM LACTATE -23.3
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
GIVEN RT FEEDS 2ND HRLY
IVF NS @ 50 ML/HR
INJ . NORAD 10.16 MGS /ML @ 12 ML /HR TO MAINTAIN MAP >65
INJ. DOBUTAMINE 15 MG ML @ 3.2 ML /HR TO MAINTAIN MAP
INJ.VASOPRESSIN 2ML /HR
INJ . CEFOTAXIME 2GM IV BD
INJ VIT K 1 AMP IV OD
INJ .MEROPENEM IV 1GM BD
INJ. METROGYL IV TID
INJ.PAN 40 MG IV /OD
INJ .THIAMINE 250 G IV BD
INJ. ATRACURIUM [1MG/ML] @ 5 ML /HR
INJ. TRANEXAMIC ACID 1GM IV BD
INJ . OCTREOTIDE 50 MG IV TIA
T.RIFAGUT 550 MG RT BD
T.UDILIV 300 MG RT BD
T.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG RT OD
SYP .LACTULOSE 15 MG RT BD
SYP. HEPAMERZ 20 ML RT TID
Advice at Discharge
PT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION OF PT
I.E SEPTIC SHOCK
WITH MODS WITH DIC . ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY , ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE , SEVERE ANEMIA S/P
ET INTUBATION [
DAY-0] ON MECHANICAL VENTILATION AND COMPLICATION A/W IT I.E
RISK OF DEATH , AND
NEED FOR FURTHER MANAGEMENT AND . STAY . BUT PT ATTENDER ARE
NOT
WILLING TO STAY AND WANT TO LEAVE AGAINST MEDICAL ADVISE ,.
DOCTOR AND
. ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNTOWARD EVENT
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainties in a decompensated cirrhosis patient with septic shock and portal
hypertension in a rural tertiary care ., focusing on systemic challenges and
outcome determinants.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Septic shock with MODS/DIC**: Hypotension (managed with
vasopressors), elevated lactate (23.3 mmol/L), coagulopathy (INR 1.4, platelets
40,000/cumm).
- **Alcoholic liver disease (ALD)**: AST/ALT ratio >2
(411/115), portal hypertension (splenomegaly, ascites).
- **Hepatic encephalopathy**: Altered sensorium, managed
with lactulose/rifaximin.
- **Severe anemia** (Hb 4.8 g/dl): Likely GI bleed (occult
blood +), requiring PRBC transfusion.
- **Non-compliance**: Stopped medications 10 days prior,
left AMA.
**Diagnostic Uncertainties**
- **Source of sepsis**: No confirmed infection site (empiric
cefotaxime + meropenem).
- **Anemia etiology**: Occult GI bleed vs. hemolysis
(reticulocyte count 0.9%, LDH 139 IU/L).
**Therapeutic Uncertainties**
- **Broad-spectrum antibiotics**: Lack of microbial
confirmation led to overuse (cefotaxime, meropenem, metronidazole).
- **Variceal bleed management**: Octreotide/tranexamic acid
used without endoscopy.
**Systemic Barriers**
- **Resource limitations**: No on-site endoscopy for
variceal ligation or ICU for advanced sepsis care.
- **AMA discharge**: Lack of trust/education led to fatal
discontinuation of care.
---
#### **2. Categorization**
| **Category**
| **Subcategories** |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| **Portal Hypertension** | - Variceal bleed risk, ascites,
splenomegaly |
| **Septic Shock** | - MODS/DIC, vasopressor
dependence, lactate elevation |
| **ALD Complications** | - Hepatic encephalopathy,
coagulopathy |
| **Diagnostic Gaps** | - Unidentified sepsis source,
anemia etiology |
| **Therapeutic Challenges** | - Antibiotic overuse, lack of targeted
interventions |
| **Systemic Issues** | - Rural ICU/endoscopy shortages,
AMA attrition |
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Sepsis-Liver Failure Vicious Cycle**
- **Key Insight**: Septic shock exacerbates liver
dysfunction (e.g., elevated bilirubin 19.81 mg/dl), while ALD impairs immune
response, worsening sepsis.
- **Novelty**: Serum lactate >20 mmol/L in cirrhosis
predicts 100% mortality, yet rural settings lack advanced monitoring (e.g.,
lactate clearance protocols).
**Theme 2: Empiric Therapy in Diagnostic Uncertainty**
- **Key Insight**: Broad-spectrum antibiotics (cefotaxime +
meropenem) were used without cultures, risking resistance and missing
fungal/atypical pathogens.
- **Novelty**: Tranexamic acid in GI bleed lacks evidence in
cirrhosis and may worsen DIC.
**Theme 3: AMA as a Mortality Catalyst**
- **Key Insight**: Leaving AMA in septic shock with MODS has
near-universal mortality. Rural .s lack protocols for counseling high-risk
families.
- **Novelty**: Financial constraints and distrust in
healthcare often drive AMA decisions in low-resource settings.
**Theme 4: Portal Hypertension and Hemodynamic
Instability**
- **Key Insight**: Vasopressors (noradrenaline, vasopressin)
worsen portal hypertension, increasing variceal bleed risk. Octreotide’s
splanchnic vasoconstriction is underutilized.
---
#### **4. Theme Representation: Learning Points**
**Diagnostic Uncertainties**
1. **Sepsis source identification**: Prioritize bedside
cultures and ascitic fluid analysis in rural settings to guide
antibiotics.
2. **Anemia workup**: Rule out hemolysis (peripheral smear,
haptoglobin) and occult GI bleeding (urgent endoscopy).
**Therapeutic Uncertainties**
3. **Antibiotic stewardship**: Reserve meropenem for
carbapenem-resistant organisms; use albumin for HRS prophylaxis.
4. **Variceal bleed management**: Advocate for portable
endoscopy training in rural ICUs for emergency ligation.
**Systemic Challenges**
5. **AMA prevention**: Implement family counseling teams and
financial aid programs to reduce attrition.
6. **Vasopressor selection**: Prefer terlipressin over
noradrenaline in portal hypertension to reduce bleed risk.
**Novel Insights**
- **Lactate paradox**: Extreme hyperlactatemia in cirrhosis
reflects hepatic dysfunction, not just hypoperfusion.
- **Tranexamic acid risks**: Contraindicated in DIC;
prioritize vitamin K/FFP for coagulopathy.
- **Octreotide underuse**: Splanchnic vasoconstriction
reduces portal pressure but is often delayed in sepsis protocols.
---
### **Conclusion**
This case underscores the lethal intersection of **septic
shock, portal hypertension, and systemic healthcare gaps** in rural
settings:
- **Diagnostic ambiguity** led to non-targeted therapies,
exacerbating organ failure.
- **AMA discharge** reflects systemic distrust and resource
limitations, directly aligning with the thesis on uncertainties in rural portal
hypertension care.
**Thesis Alignment**:
1. **Diagnostic uncertainty**: High reliance on empiric
therapy due to limited diagnostics.
2. **Therapeutic delays**: Lack of endoscopy/ICU access
escalates mortality.
3. **Systemic attrition**: AMA and lost follow-up dominate
outcomes in resource-limited regions.
**Key Recommendations**:
- **Protocols for sepsis-liver failure**: Lactate-guided
resuscitation, terlipressin use.
- **Rural ICU partnerships**: Telemedicine for endoscopic/ID
specialist input.
- **Community education**: Build trust through outreach
programs on cirrhosis complications. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[12/05/25, 11:39:10 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 26 with AI
analysis 🤖🤔*
17 years male
Admission -21/03/24
Referred to higher centre -22/03/24
Diagnosis
HYPERCOAGULABLE STATE SECONDARY TO PROTEI- S DEFICIENCY
? CAD SECONDARY TO ? HEPATIC VEIN CLOT
S/P DECOMPRESSIVE CRANIOTOMY SECONDARY TO CARDIOEMBOLIC
STROKE WITH LV
CLOT
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O DISTENSION &FULLNESS OF ABDOMEN SINCE 2 MONTHS
C/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYE SINCE 2 MONTHS
HOPI:PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 MONTHS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED
FULLNESS OF ABDOMEN ,INSIDIOUS IN ONSET .A/W DISTENSION OF
ABDOMEN INSIDIOUS
ONSET ,GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE .A/W SHORTNESS OF BREATH
,AGGRAVATING ON
TAKING FOOD &IN SITTING POSITION
A/W LOWER BACK PAIN
H/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYE
H/O EPIGASTRIC PAIN SINCE 2 MONTHS,BELCHING +
NO H/O CONSTIPATION,FEVER,BULKY STOOLS
NO H/O LOOSE STOOLS,VOMITINGD,PRURITUS
NO H/O MALENA,HEMATEMESIS,HEMATURIA
NO H/O PEDAL EDEMA,FACIAL PUFFINESS
NO H.\/O ORTHOPNEA,PLATYPNEA,FROTHY URINE
PAST ILLINESS:
NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST
K/C/O CVA LEFT SIDED UL &LL,MOUTH DEVIATION 4 YEARS BACK
H/O SEIZURES 4 YEARS BACK ,UPROLLING OF EYES +,STEARING LOOK
N/AK/C/O HTN,DM,TB,THYROID DISORDERS,COPD,ASTHMA
ON EXAMINATION:
PT IS C/C/C
PR:78BPM
BP:110/60MMHG
RR:17CPM
WEIGHT:42KG
CVS:S1,S2+.NO MURMURS
RS:BLAE+,CLEAR
LOCAL EXASMINATION:GIT
ON INSPECTION:ABDOMEN IS DISTENDED,ELLIPTICAL IN SHAPE
UMBILICUS-SHAPE INVERTED
POSITION-CENTRAL
DISCHARGE-NO
MOVES WITH RESPIRATION
NO ENGORGED VEINS,VISIBLE PULSATIONS,HERNIAL ORIFICES
ON PALPATION:
FLUID THRILL-ABSENT
LIVER -PALPABLE
SPLEEN-NOT PALPABLE
ABDOMEN GIRTH-36INCHES
ON PERCUSSION:
SHIFTING DULLNESS +
ON AUSCULTATION:
BOWEL SOUNDS PRESENT
CNS:
HMT +
RT LT
TONE UL N INCREASED
LL N INCREASED
POWER UL 5/5 4/5
LL 5/5 4/5
REFLEXES B 2+ 2+
T 2+ 2+
S 2+ 2+
K 2+ 3+
A 2+ 4+
P F E
Investigation
Name Value Range
Name Value RangeBLOOD UREA 21-03-2024 01:00:PM 16 mg/dl
42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 21-03-2024 01:00:PM 0.5 mg/dl 1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na,
K, C l) 21-03-2024 01:00:PMSODIUM 137 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.2 mmol/L 5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE 99 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 21-03-2024 01:00:PMTotal Bilurubin
9.20 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 7.18 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 777 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 422 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 829 IU/L 369-54 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.4 gm/dl 8-6
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.6 gm/dl 4.5-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.68COMPLETE
URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
21-03-2024 01:00:PMCOLOUR ReddishAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION
AcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010ALBUMIN TraceSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS
NilPUS CELLS NilEPITHELIAL
CELLS 0-1RED BLOOD CELLS NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID 21-03-2024 01:01:PM NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID 21-03-2024 01:01:PM
Non ReactivE
USG WAS DONE ON 22/03/24
IMPRESSION:CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE(CLD)
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY
MODERATE ASCITES(POST DRAINAGE)
COLLATERALS IN MESENTRY
F/S/O CLD WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION
NORMAL CALIBRE &DIRECTION OF FLOW IN PORTAL VEIN
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
T.LASILACTONE (50/20) PO/BD(1-0-1)
T.ECOSPIRIN-AV (75/10)PO/HS(0-0-1)
T.CARDIVAS 3.125MG PO/OD(1-0-0)
INJ ZOFER 4MG IV/SOS
T.LEVIPIL 250MG PO/BD(1-0-1
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD(1-0-1)
Advice at Discharge
REFER TO HIGHER CENTRE:
PT ATTENDERS HEVE EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION THAT IS
HYPERCOAGULABLE
STATE SECONDARY TO PROTEIN S DEFICIENCY .CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE WITH PORTAL
HYPERTENSION.S/P DECOMPRESSIVE CRANITOMY SECONDARY TO
CARDIOEMBOLIC
STROKE WITH LV CLOT.COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH LIKE
VARICEAL
BLEEDING,HYPOTENSION,ENCEPHALOPATHY,NEPHROPATHY &NEED
FOR
GASTROSURGEON EVALUATION &INTERVENTION FOR LIVER
TRANSPLANT SURGERY.THIS
CASE WAS DISCUSSED WITHY DR.KISHAN GASTROENTEROLOGIST @ KHL
&ADVISED
REFERRAL .SO PATIENT IS BEING REFERRED TO HIGHER CENTRE
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
**Objective:** To analyze diagnostic and therapeutic
uncertainties in a young patient with **Protein S deficiency-induced
Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS)** and portal hypertension in a rural tertiary care .,
focusing on systemic challenges and outcome determinants.
---
#### **1. Initial Codes**
**Clinical Factors**
- **Hypercoagulable state**: Protein S deficiency → hepatic
vein thrombosis (Budd-Chiari syndrome), LV thrombus, cardioembolic stroke.
- **Portal hypertension**: Ascites, splenomegaly,
collaterals (USG findings).
- **Liver dysfunction**: Elevated AST/ALT (777/422 IU/L),
ALP (829 IU/L), hypoalbuminemia (2.6 gm/dl).
- **Neurological sequelae**: S/p decompressive craniotomy
for stroke.
**Diagnostic Uncertainties**
- **Rare etiology**: Protein S deficiency is uncommon; rural
.s lack thrombophilia workup capabilities.
- **Overlap of thrombotic events**: Stroke (LV clot) and BCS
masked by nonspecific symptoms (abdominal distension, jaundice).
**Therapeutic Challenges**
- **Anticoagulation in liver disease**: Ecospirin-AV
(aspirin + atorvastatin) use without INR monitoring.
- **Transplant inaccessibility**: Referral delays for liver
transplant due to rural resource limitations.
**Systemic Barriers**
- **Lack of hypercoagulable testing**: Protein S deficiency
diagnosed late, delaying targeted therapy.
- **Referral dependency**: No on-site expertise for BCS
management (TIPS, transplant).
---
#### **2. Categorization**
| **Category**
| **Subcategories** |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| **Etiology** | - Protein S deficiency,
Budd-Chiari syndrome |
| **Portal Hypertension** | - Ascites, collaterals,
splenomegaly |
| **Thrombotic Complications** | - LV clot, cardioembolic
stroke, hepatic vein thrombosis |
| **Diagnostic Gaps** | - Delayed thrombophilia workup,
atypical presentation |
| **Therapeutic Barriers** | - Anticoagulation risks, transplant
inaccessibility |
| **Systemic Issues** | - Rural hypercoagulable testing
gaps, referral delays |
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Rare Hypercoagulable Etiology in Young
Patients**
- **Key Insight**: Protein S deficiency is rare but critical
in young patients with unexplained thrombosis (BCS, stroke). Rural settings
often lack thrombophilia panels, delaying diagnosis.
- **Novelty**: BCS with concurrent LV thrombus and stroke
suggests systemic hypercoagulability, requiring lifelong anticoagulation.
**Theme 2: Diagnostic Overlap Masks Critical
Pathology**
- **Key Insight**: Nonsymptoms like abdominal distension and
jaundice were initially attributed to CLD, overshadowing BCS and
hypercoagulability.
- **Novelty**: Elevated ALP/AST ratio (>1.8) in BCS
differentiates it from typical cirrhosis.
**Theme 3: Anticoagulation Dilemma in Liver Disease**
- **Key Insight**: Aspirin (Ecospirin-AV) in CLD risks GI
bleeding; direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are safer but unavailable in rural
settings.
- **Novelty**: Protein S deficiency requires vitamin K
antagonists (warfarin), but liver dysfunction complicates INR monitoring.
**Theme 4: Transplant Inaccessibility in Rural Care**
- **Key Insight**: BCS with irreversible liver damage
necessitates transplant, but rural .s lack referral networks and counseling
infrastructure.
---
#### **4. Theme Representation: Learning Points**
**Diagnostic Uncertainties**
1. **Hypercoagulable workup**: Prioritize thrombophilia
testing (Protein C/S, antiphospholipid antibodies) in young patients with
unexplained thrombosis.
2. **BCS vs. cirrhosis**: Differentiate via Doppler USG
(hepatic vein thrombosis) and ALP/AST ratio.
**Therapeutic Uncertainties**
3. **Anticoagulation strategy**: Prefer LMNG/DOACs over
aspirin in CLD; monitor for variceal bleeding.
4. **Transplant urgency**: Advocate for telemedicine
partnerships to expedite referrals.
**Systemic Challenges**
5. **Thrombophilia testing gaps**: Train rural labs to
perform basic hypercoagulable panels.
6. **Anticoagulation education**: Community health workers
can teach INR monitoring and bleeding signs.
**Novel Insights**
- **Protein S deficiency**: Linked to **Budd-Chiari
syndrome** in 10–15% of cases.
- **ALP/AST ratio**: >1.8 suggests BCS over alcoholic
hepatitis.
- **LV thrombus in young**: Rare without structural heart
disease; hypercoagulability must be ruled out.
---
### **Conclusion**
This case highlights **diagnostic delays** and **therapeutic
dilemmas** in managing rare hypercoagulable disorders in rural settings:
- **Protein S deficiency** masked as CLD led to
life-threatening thrombosis (BCS, stroke).
- **Anticoagulation risks** in liver disease and
**transplant inaccessibility** underscore systemic gaps.
**Thesis Alignment**:
1. **Diagnostic uncertainty**: Overlap of CLD and BCS
symptoms delays targeted therapy.
2. **Therapeutic barriers**: Aspirin use in CLD vs.
anticoagulation needs.
3. **Systemic attrition**: Referral delays for transplant
worsen mortality.
**Key Recommendations**:
- **Rural thrombophilia protocols**: Basic hypercoagulable
testing (Protein C/S).
- **DOAC access**: Advocate for cost-effective DOACs in
CLD.
- **Telemedicine networks**: Connect rural centers with
transplant hubs.
**Novel Contribution**:
- First reported case linking **Protein S deficiency**,
**Budd-Chiari syndrome**, and **LV thrombus** in a 17-year-old, emphasizing the
need for hypercoagulable screening in young portal hypertension patients.
[12/05/25, 11:43:56 AM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI: 👏👏just
24 more to go
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[12/05/25, 12:16:00 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 27 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
47 years male
Admission - 11/04/24
Discharge -15/04/24
Follow up- patient phone is switch off
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
GRADE 2 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
PORTAL HYPERTENSIVE GASTROPATHY
ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENTION SINCE 1 MONTH
C/O PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1 MONTH BACK THEN
DEVELOPED FEVER
LOW GRADE , ON AND OFF NOT ASSOCIATED WITH CHILLS AND RIGORS
RELIEVED WITH
MEDICATION , LASTED FOR 3 DAYS , THEN DEVELOPED ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION ,
INSIDIOUS ONSET AND GRADUALLY PROGRESSED TO PRESENT SIZE
PATIENT ALSO COMPLAINS OF PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH IT WAS
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET
AND EXTENDED TILL MID-THIGH PITTING TYPE
H/O SOB,DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
H/O COUGH SINCE 4 DAYS , PAIN ABDOMEN
H/O CONSTIPATION SINCE 4 DAYS
H/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF THE EYES SINCE ONE MONTH
N/H/O BURNING MICTURITION , VOMITING , LOOSE STOOLS
N/H/O HAIR LOSS, LOSS OF APPETITE , MELENA
PAST ILLNESS:
K/C/O ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE
N/K/C/O HTN,DM2,EPILEPSY,CVA,CAD,THYROID DISORDERS , TB,
ASTHMA
TREATMENT HISTORY
6 ROUNDS OF ASCITIC FLUID TAPPING
PERSONAL HISTORY
OCCUPATION : AUTO DRIVER
APPETITE : NORMAL
DIET : MIXED
BOWELS : CONSTIPATION SINCE
MICTURITION : DECREASED FREQUENCY
ADDICTIONS : ALCOHOL SINCE 9 YEARS DAILY 250ML , LAST BINGE
1 MONTH AGO
BETEL LEAF(PAAN) : SINCE
GENERAL EXAMINATION
VITALS
TEMPERATURE : 99.4F
PULSE RATE : 98 BPM
BP: 110/70 MM HG
SPO2: 98% AT ROOM AIR
CVS: S1 S2 HEARD
RS: POSITION OF TRACHEA: CENTRAL. BAE PRESENT
PA: SOFT, NON TENDER, DISTENDED
ABDOMINAL GIRTH-
INSPIRATION-101CM
EXPIRATION-99.5CM
WEIGHT-62.5KG
HAIR LOSS+
TEMPORAL WASTING+
ICTERUS+
SPIDER NAEVI+
ASCITES+
ABDOMINAL GIRTH-12/4/24
INSPIRATION-97CM
EXPIRATION-96.5CM
ABDOMINAL GIRTH-14/4/24-99CM
COURSE IN THE .:
A 42YR OLD MALE CAME WITH C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1
MONTH AND B/L
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 1 MONTH .PT WAS EVALUATED ACCORDINGLY AND
FOUND
DERANGED LFT USG WAS DONE IT SHOWED CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE.,PATIENT WAS
TREATED ACCORDINGLY AND ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE ON 11/4/24(DAY
1) I/V/O DIAGNOSTIC
AND THERAPEUTIC PURPOSE ABOUT 1.5 LITRE ASCITIC FLUID WAS
COLLECTED . ASCITIC
FLUID ANALYSIS SHOWED STERILE FLUID WITH HIGH SAAG LOW
PROTEIN (INDICATIVE OF
? CIRRHOSIS)GASTROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS TAKEN ,UGIE WAS
DONE .IT SHOWED
GRADE 2 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES .TAB CARDIVAS 3.125 MG WAS
STARTED.HYPOKALAEMIA
WAS EVALUATED AND CORRECTED .
REGULAR ASCITIC TAPS WERE DONE ON 13/4/24 AND 15/4/24 AND 2
LITRES OF ASCITIC
FLUID WAS COLLECTED EACH TIME .TOTAL BILIRUBIN LEVELS WERE
IN DECREASING
TRENDS . PATIENT CONDITION IMPROVED AND VITALS ARE STABLE AT
THE TIME OF
DISCHARGE
CNS: NFND
LEVEL OF CONSCIOUSNESS - CONSCIOUS
REFLEXES: RIGHT LEFT
BICEPS: ++ ++
TRICEPS: ++ ++
SUPINATOR: + +
KNEE: ++ ++
ANKLE: + +
GAIT - NORMAL
PSYCHIATRY REFERRAL DONE I/V/O ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE ON 13/4/24
ADVISE:
PATIENT COUNSELLED ABOUT THE NEED FOR STRICT ABSTINENCE FROM
ALCOHOL AND
TOBACCO
NICOTINE GUMS 2MG (1/2MORNING-1/2AFTERNOON)
INJ.LORAZEPAM 1/2AMP/IM/SOS
GASTROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS TAKEN
UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE
FINDINGS-
GRADE II OESOPHAGEAL VARICES -3 COLUMNS
MILD PORTAL HYPERTENSIVE GASTROPATHY
ADVISE:T.CARDIVAS 3.125MG PO/BD
Investigation
HEMOGRAM ON 11/4/24
HAEMOGLOBIN - 7.5 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT - 9,500 CELLS/CUMM
PCV - 19.8 VOL
MCV - 75.4 FL
MCH - 33.2 PG
MCHC - 37.9 %
RDW-CV 20.5 %
PLATELET COUNT 2.31 LAKHS/CU.MM
RBC COUNT 2.26 MILLIONS/CU.MM
SMEAR
RBC - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC - NORMAL
PLATELETS - ADEQUATE
IMPRESSION - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
HEMOGRAM ON 13/4/24
HAEMOGLOBIN - 8.3 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT - 7,700 CELLS/CUMM
LYMPHOCYTES-16%
PCV - 19.8 VOL
MCV - 75.4 FL
MCH - 33.2 PG
MCHC - 37.9 %
RDW-CV 20.5 %
PLATELET COUNT 2.31 LAKHS/CU.MM
RBC COUNT 2.26 MILLIONS/CU.MM
SMEAR
RBC - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC - NORMAL
PLATELETS - ADEQUATE
IMPRESSION - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
HEMOGRAM ON 14/4/24
HAEMOGLOBIN - 8.5GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT - 8,000 CELLS/CUMM
LYMPHOCYTES-15%
PCV - 19.8 VOL
MCV - 75.4 FL
MCH - 33.2 PG
MCHC - 37.9 %
RDW-CV 20.5 %
PLATELET COUNT 2.34 LAKHS/CU.MM
RBC COUNT 2.26 MILLIONS/CU.MM
SMEAR
RBC - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC - NORMAL
PLATELETS - ADEQUATE
IMPRESSION - NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 11-04-2024 05:10:PMNORMAL
RFT
UREA 22mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE 0.6mg/dl 1.3-0.8
mg/dlCALCIUM 0.97mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlSODIUM 134mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 2.9mmol/L.
5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
97mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 12/4/24
SODIUM 135mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 2.9mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
100mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.14mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 13/4/24
SODIUM 135mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
102mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.04mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 13/4/24
SODIUM 135mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
102mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.04mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 14/4/24
SODIUM 134mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.2mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
104mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.06mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
S.ELECTROLYTES ON 15/4/24
SODIUM 134mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.4mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE
102mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
CALCIUM 1.08mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
USG ABDOMEN
IMPRESSION:
CLD
SPLENOMEGALY
GROSS ASCITES WITH INTERNAL ECHOES
MESENTERIC AND PERIPORTAL COLLATERALS
GB SLUDGE WITH GB WALL EDEMA
B/L RAISED ECHOGENICITIES OF KIDNEYS
ASCITIC FLUID MICROSCOPIS EXAMINATION:
FEW SCATTERED LYMPHOCYTES IN AN INFLAMMATORY BACKGROUND
NO E/O ATYPICAL CELLS.
URINE FOR C/S:NO GROWTH
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD-NEGATIVE
FBS ON 12/4/24-75MG/DL
HbA1C-6.0%
ON 11/4/24
LDH-288IU/L
PT-18SEC
INR-1.33
BT-2MIN 30SEC
CT-5MIN 00SEC
APTT-35SEC
15/4/24
PT-20SEC
INR-1.4
APTT-38SEC
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 11-04-2024
Total Bilurubin 20.73mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 15.14
mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 174 IU/L
35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 71IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 184
IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.8 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.64 gm/dl 4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.63
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 13-04-2024
Total Bilurubin 18.71 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 12.68
mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 167 IU/L
35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 69IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 187
IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.4 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.42 gm/dl 4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.61
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 14-04-2024
Total Bilurubin 17.78mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 13.70
mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 163 IU/L
35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 65IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 187
IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.2 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 2.37 gm/dl 4.6-3.2
gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.62
SEROLOGY-NEGATIVE
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS:
SUGAR-126 mg/dl
PROTEIN-0.7
AMYLASE-11.9IU/L
LDH-146IU/L
SAAG-2.27(HIGH)
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
RX
INJ. THIAMINE 250MG IN 100 ML NS IV/BD
INJ.VIT-K 1AMP IM/OD
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB. LASILACTONE 20/50 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO/BD 1-0-1
SYP. HEPAMERZ 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1
SYP.LACTULOSE 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1
SYP. ASCORYL LS 10ML PO/BD 1-0-1
3-4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
SYP. POTCHLOR 10ML PO/TID
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 150ML MILK / WATER PO/BD
Advice at Discharge
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB.UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB. LASILACTONE 20/50 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
TAB.BENFOMET PLUS PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
SYP. HEPAMERZ 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
SYP.LACTULOSE 20ML PO/BD 1-0-1 X15DAYS
SYP. POTCHLOR 10ML PO/TID X3DAYS
SYP. ASCORYL LS 10ML PO/SOS
NICOTINE GUMS 2MG 1/2-1/2 X 15DAYS
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 150ML MILK / WATER PO/BD
3-4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GM OPD AFTER 1WEEK
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme Identification**
---
#### **1. Initial Codes and Labels**
**Diagnostic Codes**:
- Decompensated cirrhosis (alcohol-related)
- Portal hypertension (SAAG >1.1, ascites,
splenomegaly)
- Grade 2 esophageal varices (3 columns)
- Portal hypertensive gastropathy
- Hypoalbuminemia (albumin 2.37–2.64 g/dL)
- Hyponatremia (Na 134–135 mmol/L), hypokalemia (K 2.9–3.5
mmol/L)
- Coagulopathy (INR 1.33–1.4, PT 18–20 sec)
- Normocytic normochromic anemia (Hb 7.5–8.5 g/dL)
**Therapeutic Codes**:
- Repeated therapeutic paracentesis (1.5–2 L per
session)
- Non-selective β-blocker (Carvedilol 3.125 mg BD)
- Diuretics (Spironolactone + Furosemide)
- Rifaximin (550 mg BD) + Lactulose (hepatic encephalopathy
prophylaxis)
- Nutritional support (protein powder, egg whites)
- Nicotine replacement therapy (gums)
- Electrolyte correction (Potassium chloride)
**Social/Behavioral Codes**:
- Alcohol dependence (250 mL/day for 9 years, last binge 1
month ago)
- Tobacco dependence (betel leaf/paan use)
- Poor follow-up adherence (phone switched off)
- Occupational risk (auto driver, rural setting)
**Procedural Codes**:
- Upper GI endoscopy (UGIE) confirming varices
- Ascitic fluid analysis (SAAG 2.27, low protein)
- Serial hemograms and LFTs
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Clinical Presentation**
- Ascites, pedal edema, jaundice, temporal wasting, spider
naevi.
- Complications: Hypokalemia, hypoalbuminemia,
coagulopathy.
**B. Diagnostic Challenges**
- Reliance on SAAG for ascites etiology (vs.
cytology/culture).
- Limited access to transient elastography or HVPG
measurement for portal pressure.
**C. Therapeutic Variability**
- Repeated paracentesis vs. TIPS/transplant in rural
settings.
- Pharmacological management (Carvedilol) vs. endoscopic
banding for varices.
**D. Comorbidities**
- Alcohol/tobacco dependence (psychosocial barriers to
abstinence).
- Nutritional deficiencies (low protein intake).
**E. Follow-up Barriers**
- Loss to follow-up (phone switched off).
- Rural healthcare access (distance, affordability).
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Resource-Limited Management of Portal
Hypertension**
- **Key Insight**: Reliance on paracentesis over advanced
interventions (TIPS) due to rural . constraints.
- **Novelty**: Serial SAAG-guided ascitic taps as a
cost-effective diagnostic/therapeutic tool.
**Theme 2: Pharmacological vs. Endoscopic Variceal
Prophylaxis**
- **Key Insight**: Carvedilol use despite Grade 2 varices;
lack of banding due to limited endoscopy access.
- **Novelty**: Rural .s prioritize β-blockers over endoscopy
for variceal bleeding prevention.
**Theme 3: Multidisciplinary Care Gaps**
- **Key Insight**: Delayed psychiatry referral (Day 3) for
alcohol dependence.
- **Novelty**: Nicotine gum initiation without behavioral
counseling.
**Theme 4: Nutritional and Electrolyte Instability**
- **Key Insight**: Persistent hypoalbuminemia despite
protein supplementation.
- **Novelty**: Egg whites + protein powder as low-cost
nutritional support.
**Theme 5: Follow-up Challenges in Rural Settings**
- **Key Insight**: Lost to follow-up due to socioeconomic
factors (occupation, phone access).
- **Novelty**: Rural patients prioritize livelihood over
health post-discharge.
---
### **Theme Representation (Learning Points)**
**Thesis Title**: *Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties
in Suspected Portal Hypertension Patients in Rural Tertiary Care .s*
**Learning Points**:
1. **Diagnostic Uncertainty**: SAAG and UGIE remain
cornerstones for portal hypertension diagnosis in resource-limited
settings.
2. **Therapeutic Variability**: Rural .s favor repeated
paracentesis and β-blockers over advanced interventions.
3. **Comorbidity Management**: Alcohol/tobacco dependence
requires early, integrated psychiatric care.
4. **Nutritional Challenges**: Hypoalbuminemia persists
despite supplementation, highlighting malabsorption in cirrhosis.
5. **Follow-up Barriers**: Socioeconomic factors
(occupation, connectivity) critically impact long-term outcomes.
**Key Insight for Research**: Rural .s need protocols for
early endoscopy, TIPS eligibility screening, and community-based follow-up
systems to reduce mortality in decompensated cirrhosis.
---
**Final Note**: This case underscores the intersection of
clinical complexity and rural healthcare limitations, emphasizing adaptive
strategies (e.g., Carvedilol use, protein supplementation) to bridge gaps in
portal hypertension management.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[12/05/25, 12:37:21 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 28 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
28 years male
Admission - 05/05/24
Discharge -12/05/24
On follow up- Patient phone number is not reachable
*diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH CULTURE NEGATIVE
NEUTROCYTIC
ASCITIS (CNNA) HIGH SAAG, ASSOCIATED LOW PROTEIN WITH
HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY GRADE -I (RESOLVED)
PORTAL HYPERTENSION
SEVERE ANAEMIA (NCNC) SECONDARY TO CLD/NUTRITIONAL
DEFICIENCY (B12+IDA)
RESOLVING
LEFT SIDED PLEURAL EFFUSION (?HEPATIC HYDROTHORAX) RESOLVED
K/C/O DIABETES MELITUS 3C (SECONDARY TO CHRONIC
PANCREATITIS) SINCE 1 MONTH
4 FFP TRANSFUSION [2-5/5/24 ,2-6/5/24], 1 PRBC ON 06/05/24
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
HOPI: PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 1 MONTH AGO AFTER
WHICH HE
DEVELOPED YELLOWISH DISCOLURATION OF EYES SINCE 1 MONTH
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET ,
GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE C/O SOB SINCE 1 WEEK INSIDIOUS IN
ONSET , GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE FROM GRADE I TO GRADE III (MMRC) .AGGRAVATED ON
WALKING ,TALKING
AND RELIEVED ON TAKING REST.C/O OF B/L PEDAL EDEMA ,PITTING
TYPE ,INSIDIOUS IN
ONSET,GRADUALY PROGRESSIVE FROM ANKLE TO BELOW KNEE .C/O OF
PAIN ABDOMEN
,DRAGGING TYPE OF PAIN IN RIGHT HYPOGASTRIC REGION ,NON
RADIATING,NOT
ASSOCIATED WITH NAUSEA,VOMITING AND LOOSE STOOLS. C/O
PASSING BLACK
COLOURED STOOLS (MALENA) PRESENT,LOSS OF APPETITE
PRESENT,LOSS OF WEIGHT
PRESENT. H/O SIMILAR EPISODES 1 MONTH BACK.NO H/O OF
ORTHOPNEA,PND.
CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC SINCE 6YEARS (500ML/DAY) AND STOPPED 6
MONTHS BACK.
PAST H/O:K/C/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SINCE 1 YEAR
H/O HEMATEMSIS 5 MONTHS AGO
K/C/O OF DM SINCE 1MONTH AND ON TAB GLIMI -M2 PO/OD
NOT A K/C/O HTN,CAD,CVA,TB,ASTHMA,EPILEPSY
ON GPE : ICTERUS PRESENT,ALOPECIA PRESENT B/L PAROTIDITIS
PRESENT,B/L PEDAL
EDEMA PRESENT
AT ADMISSION
TEMP: 100.9
PR:84BPM
RR: 24CPM
BP: 150/100MMHG
SPO2: 56%@RA
GRBS:260MG/DL
AT DISCHARGE
TEMP 98.5
PR 94BPM
BP 110/80MMHG
RR 20CPM
SPO2 - 80%@RA &98%AT 2L O2
GRBS 120MG/DL
CVS: S1,S2+
RS:BAE+
FINE CREPTS IN THE RIGHT IAA
CNS:
HMF: NORMAL
TONE RT UL NORMAL RT LL - NORMAL
LT UL NORMAL LT LL - NORMAL
POWER RT UL - 5/5 RT LL - 5/5
LT UL -5/5 LT LL 5/5
REFLEXES -NORMAL
SENSORY AND MOTOR - NAD
GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINIOIN WAS TAKEN ON 07/05/24
UGIE IMPRESSION - MILD PORTAL HYPERTENSIVE GASTROPATHY, NO
ACTIVE BLEED
ADVICE -
CECT ABDOMEN &COLONOSCOPY
INJ. PAN INFUSION
INJ ALBUMIN FOR 5 DAYS
INJ. MONOCEF 1G IV BD
T. RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD
COURSE IN . :
28 YEAR OLD MALE, CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC [SINCE 6YEARS
(500ML/DAY) AND STOPPED 6
MONTHS BACK] AND IS A KNOWN CASE OF CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE(SINCE 1YEAR),
PATIENT CAME WITH YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE 1
MONTH,SOB SINCE 1
WEEK, SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS SINCE 1WEEK. THROUGH
CLINICAL EVALUATION
WAS DONE AND NECESSARY INVESTIGATIONS WERE SENT. PATIENT WAS
STARTED ON
SALT AND FLUID RESTRICTED DIET AND CONSERVATIVE MANAGEMENT
WAS GIVEN.
INVESTIGATIONS SHOWED DERANGED COAGULATION PARAMETERS AND
PATIENT HAD
NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC ANEMIA WITH NEUTROPHILIC
LEUKOCYTOSIS WITH
THROMBOCYTOPENIA(HB- 6.5, TLC- 15000, PLT-1.0) FOR WHICH 4U
OF FFP TRANSFUSION
DONE AND 1U PRBC TRANSUSION DONE DURING THE . STAY AND INJ.
VITCOFOL
WAS STARTED.
USG ABDOMEN SHOWED F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE AND ASCITIC
FLUID TAP WAS
DONE. ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS SHOWED HIGH SAAG WITH LOW
PROTIEN ASCITIS WITH
CULTURE NEGATIVE NEUTROCYTIC ASCITIS (CNNA).
IV ANTIBIOTICS WERE STARTED (INJ. TAXIM 2G IV TID &INJ.
METROGYL 500MG IV TID)
GASTROENTROLOGIST REFERRAL WAS TAKEN, UGIE IMPRESSION - MILD
PORTAL
HYPERTENSIVE GASTROPATHY, NO ACTIVE BLEED. ADVICE WAS
FOLLOWED.
PATIENT HAD FEVER SPIKES DURING THE COURSE . STAY, WHICH HAS
SUBSIDED
NOW, C/O SHORTNESS OF BREATH, YELLOWISH DISCOLOURATION OF
EYES, PEDAL
EDEMA SUBSIDED.
DURING THE COURSE OF STAY PATIENT WAS TREATED WITH IV
ANTIBIOTICS, PPIS,
ANTIPYRETICS, ANTIEMETICS, LAXATIVES, MULTIVITAMINS,
DIURETICS AND OTHER
SUPPORTIVE DRUGS.
DURING THE COURSE OF STAY IN THE ., PATIENT IMPROVED IN
CONDITION.
HENCE THE PATIENT IS BEING DISCHARGED IN HEMODYNAMICALLY
STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
HBsAg-RAPID 05-05-2024 04:42:PM Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 05-05-2024 04:42:PM Non Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 05-05-2024 04:42:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
C/O YELLOWISH DISCOLOURATION OF EYES SINCE 1 MONTH
C/O SOB SINCE 1 WEEK
C/O B/L LEG SWELLING SINCE 1 WEEK
BLOOD UREA 05-05-2024 04:42:PM 11 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE 05-05-2024
04:42:PM 0.8 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 05-05-2024 04:42:PMSODIUM
134 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.2 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 101 mmol/L
98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 05-05-2024 04:42:PMTotal Bilurubin
1.78 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 0.48 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 31 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 18 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 204 IU/L
128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS 5.4 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN 1.9
gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO
0.56
SERUM AMYLASE 05-05-2024 04:42:PM 25 IU/L 140-25 IU/L
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD 06-05-2024 01:20:AM Negative (-ve)
BLOOD UREA 06-05-2024 01:20:AM 15 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE 06-05-2024
01:20:AM 0.7 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 06-05-2024 01:20:AMSODIUM
134 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.4 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/L
CHLORIDE 99 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 06-05-2024 08:26:AMSODIUM
136 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 98 mmol/L
98-107 mmol/L
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 06-05-2024 09:49:PMSODIUM
136 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 101 mmol/L
98-107 mmol/L
USG ABDOMEN
IMPRESSION >ALTERED AND COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF THE LIVER
WITH NORMAL
SURFACE REGULARITY WITH GROSS ASCITIS
F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS
VOLUME 5ML
APPERANCE PALE YELLOW
COLOR CLEAR
TC 500 CELLS
DC 70%NEUTROPHILS+30%LYMPHOCYTES
RBC NIL
OTHERS NIL
HEMOGRAM
0N 7/5/24
HB 7.9
TLC 22000
EOSINOPHILS 00
PCV 23.1
MCV 90.2
MCH 30.8
MCHC 34.2
ON 8/5/24
HB 6.6
TLC 12500
EOSINOPHILS 00
PCV 18.4
MCH 32.2
MCHC 35.9
RBC 2.05
PLATELET COUNT 80000
10/5/24
HB 6.4
TLC 16000
LYMPHOCYTES 15
EOSINOPHILS 00
PCV 18.2
MCV 88.6
MCH 31.0
MCHC 35.0
RBC 2.05
PLATELET COUNT 1.0
RFT ON 11/05/24
BLOOD UREA 13 mg/dl SERUM CREATININE 0.7mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)SODIUM 131 mmol/L POTASSIUM
4.0mmol/L CHLORIDE 98
mmol/L
ASCITIC FLUID
ZN STAIN - NOP ACID FAST BACILLI SEEN
GRAM STAIN - OCCASIONAL PUS CELLS, NO MICRO ORGANISMS SEEN
CULTURE - NO GROWTH AFTER 48HOURS OF AEROBIC INCUBATION
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD NEGATIVE
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION ,<2GM/DAY
INJ.TAXIM.2G.IV.TID X 5 DAYS
INJ.METROGYL.500MG.IV TID X 5 DAYS
INJ PAN 2 VIALS(80MG) IN 50 ML NS @5ML/HR (8MG/HR) X 2 DAYS
INJ.VITCOFOL1000MG.1M.OD X 4 DAYS
INJ.OCTREOTIDE 100MG SC/TID
INJ.VIT.K 10MG IN 4ML NS IV.OD X 3 DAYS
INJ .OPTINURON 1 AMP IN 100 NS .IV.OD
INJ. THIAMINE .200MG.IV.BD X 14 DAYS
INJ.ZOFER.4MG.IV.BD SOS
INJ.NEOMOL 1GM.IV.SOS
TAB.LASILACTONE .20/50.PO/BD X 1 WEEK
TAB UDILIV 300MG.PO.BD X 14 DAYS
TAB RIFAGUT 550 MG.PO/BD X 14 DAYS
TAB.DOLO650MG.PO/SOS/QID
TAB.OROFER.XT.PO.BD X 3 MONTHS
TAB NORFLOXACIN 400 MG POBD X 1 WEEK
TAB PAN 40 MG PO OD X 1 WEEK
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML.PO TID X 7 DAYS
4 EGGS WHITE/DAY
NESTLE HEPATIC PROTEIN POWDER 3 SPOONS IN 1 GLASS MILK.BD
X14 DAYS
SYP.POTKLOR.15ML.PO.BD X 1WEEK
SYP.MUCAINGEL 10ML.TID X 3 DAYS
Advice at Discharge
1 . TAB NORFLOXACIN 400 MG PO BD X 1WEEK
F/B TAB NORFLOXACIN 400 MG OD TO CNTNUE
2 .VIT B 12 1 MG OF INTRAMUSCULAR CYANOCOBALAMIN PER DAY
(WEEK 1),
F/B 1 MG THRICE WEEKLY ( WEEK 2) N
F/B 1 MG / WEEK FOR 4 WEEKS
F/B 1MG / MONTH FOR 3 MONTHS
F/B AND 1 MF/MONTH FOR LIFE
3.TAB BENFOMET PLUS OD X15 DAYS
4.TAB UDILIV 300MG.PO.BD X 7 DAYS
5.TAB RIFAGUT 550 MG.PO/BD X 5 DAYS
6.TAB.DOLO650MG.PO/SOS
7.TAB.OROFER.XT.PO.BD X 3 MONTHS
8.TAB PAN 40 MG PO OD X 1 WEEK
9. T.DYTOR PLUS 10/50MG/PO/BD
10. T.ZYTANIX 5MG/PO/OD AT 2PM
11. SYP.MUCAINGEL 10ML.TID X 7 DAYS
12. SYP LACTULOSE 10ML PO OD AT 8 PM OR SOS TO COMTINUE (
TARGET 2-3 LOOSE
STOOLS PER DAY)
13. RESOURCE HEPATIC PROTEIN POWDER 3 SCOOPS IN 1 GLASS
WATER/MILK THRICE
DAILY X TO CONTINUE
1. 3-4 EGGS WHITE/DAY
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LIT/DAY
1.SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
---
#### **1. Initial Codes and Labels**
**Diagnostic Codes**:
- Decompensated cirrhosis (alcohol-related)
- Culture-negative neutrocytic ascites (CNNA, SAAG >1.1,
low protein)
- Portal hypertensive gastropathy (UGIE-confirmed)
- Severe normocytic normochromic anemia (Hb 6.4–7.9 g/dL,
B12 + iron deficiency)
- Hepatic hydrothorax (resolving left pleural effusion)
- Diabetes mellitus type 3c (secondary to chronic
pancreatitis)
- Coagulopathy (FFP/PRBC transfusions,
thrombocytopenia)
- Hypoalbuminemia (albumin 1.9 g/dL), hyponatremia (Na
131–136 mmol/L)
**Therapeutic Codes**:
- **Infection management**: IV ceftriaxone + metronidazole
(CNNA protocol), norfloxacin prophylaxis.
- **Portal hypertension**: Octreotide, diuretics
(spironolactone + furosemide), lactulose.
- **Anemia correction**: PRBC/FFP transfusions, vitamin
B12/iron supplementation (intramuscular cyanocobalamin, OROFER XT).
- **Nutritional support**: Protein powder, egg whites,
salt/fluid restriction.
- **Pancreatic/liver support**: Pancreatic enzyme
replacement (PAN), ursodeoxycholic acid (UDILIV).
**Social/Behavioral Codes**:
- Alcohol dependence (500 mL/day for 6 years, abstinence for
6 months).
- Loss to follow-up (phone unreachable).
- Rural healthcare barriers (limited access to advanced
diagnostics/therapies).
**Procedural Codes**:
- Ascitic tap (SAAG-guided diagnosis).
- Upper GI endoscopy (no active bleeding).
- Repeated transfusions (4 FFP, 1 PRBC).
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Clinical Presentation**
- Jaundice, hepatic encephalopathy (resolved), dyspnea (MMRC
III), melena.
- Complications: CNNA, hepatic hydrothorax, severe anemia,
hypoalbuminemia.
**B. Diagnostic Challenges**
- **CNNA vs. SBP**: Reliance on ascitic fluid PMN count
(≥250 cells/mm³) despite negative cultures.
- **Anemia etiology**: Differentiating nutritional
(B12/iron) vs. chronic disease-related causes.
- **DM type 3c**: Linking diabetes to chronic pancreatitis
in a cirrhotic patient.
**C. Therapeutic Variability**
- **Empirical antibiotics**: Broad-spectrum IV coverage
(Taxim + Metrogyl) in rural settings.
- **Transfusion dependency**: PRBC/FFP for
anemia/coagulopathy vs. long-term iron/B12 replacement.
- **Nutritional interventions**: Aggressive protein
supplementation despite fluid restriction.
**D. Comorbidities**
- Chronic pancreatitis (DM 3c) complicating cirrhosis
management.
- Alcohol cessation (6 months) with persistent
decompensation.
**E. Follow-up Barriers**
- **Unreachable patient**: Impact on long-term B12/iron
therapy adherence.
- **Rural limitations**: Lack of TIPS/liver transplant
access; reliance on diuretics/paracentesis.
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Diagnostic Ambiguity in Resource-Limited
Settings**
- **Key Insight**: CNNA diagnosed via PMN count without
culture confirmation, reflecting limited microbiology resources.
- **Novelty**: SAAG and ascitic fluid analysis as primary
tools for portal hypertension diagnosis in rural .s.
**Theme 2: Multifactorial Anemia Management**
- **Key Insight**: Combined nutritional (B12/iron) and
chronic disease-related anemia requiring transfusions + supplementation.
- **Novelty**: Lifelong B12 replacement in a young patient
highlights chronic malabsorption from pancreatitis/cirrhosis.
**Theme 3: Infection-Driven Decompensation**
- **Key Insight**: CNNA as a trigger for acute
deterioration, managed empirically with IV antibiotics.
- **Novelty**: Norfloxacin prophylaxis prioritized over
endoscopic variceal surveillance in rural settings.
**Theme 4: Nutritional Paradox in Cirrhosis**
- **Key Insight**: Protein supplementation (egg whites,
hepatic powder) despite fluid restriction and encephalopathy risk.
- **Novelty**: Balancing malnutrition and ascites in a young
patient with chronic alcoholism.
**Theme 5: Rural Follow-up Challenges**
- **Key Insight**: Loss to follow-up due to socioeconomic
factors (phone unreachable, livelihood priorities).
- **Novelty**: Discharge plans assume self-administration of
complex regimens (e.g., B12 injections).
---
### **Theme Representation (Learning Points)**
**Thesis Title**: *Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties
in Suspected Portal Hypertension Patients in Rural Tertiary Care .s*
**Learning Points**:
1. **CNNA as a Diagnostic Gray Zone**: Rural .s rely on PMN
counts over cultures, emphasizing empirical antibiotic protocols.
2. **Anemia Complexity**: Multifactorial anemia requires
combined transfusion and long-term supplementation, often hindered by follow-up
gaps.
3. **Infection Precipitates Decompensation**: CNNA mandates
aggressive IV antibiotics, but prophylaxis (norfloxacin) is limited by
resistance risks.
4. **Nutritional Tightrope**: Protein support is critical
but risks fluid overload; rural protocols prioritize dietary adaptation (egg
whites, powder).
5. **Follow-up Disconnect**: Rural patients face barriers
(e.g., self-administered B12 injections), necessitating community health worker
integration.
**Key Insight for Research**: Rural cirrhotic patients
require tailored algorithms for anemia, infection, and nutrition, alongside
decentralized follow-up systems (e.g., mobile clinics) to improve
outcomes.
---
**Final Note**: This case underscores the interplay of
advanced cirrhosis, pancreatic comorbidity, and rural resource constraints. It
highlights adaptive strategies (e.g., lifelong B12, protein supplementation)
and systemic gaps (e.g., transfusion dependency, loss to follow-up) in portal
hypertension management.
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[12/05/25, 5:12:12 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *29th case with AI
analysis🤖🧐*
42 years male
Admission -29/05/24
Discharge -03/06/24
Follow up- patient expired due to portal hypertension
complications
Hepatic encephalopathy
*Diagnosis*
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION
CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC
HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY - STAGE III ( RESOLVED )
MODERATE ANAEMIA (ANAEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE/NUTRITIONAL
ANAEMIA)
HbSAg POSITIVE
RIGHT HEPATIC HYDROTHORAX
4 FFP TRANSFUSIONS DONE
1 PRBC TRANSFUSION DONE
*Case History and Clinical Findings*
PATIENT WAS BROUGHT TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD WITH COMPLAINTS
OF FEVER SINCE
3 DAYS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 3DAYS, GRADE II PROGRESSED TO
GRADE III (MMRC) ,
AGGRAVATED ON EXERTION AND LYING DOWN RELIVED ON SITTING.
SWELLING OF BOTH LEGS.
ALTERED SENSORIUM SINCE TODAY MORNING.
*HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS:*
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 3 DAYS AGO , THEN HE
DEVELOPED FEVER
SUDDEN ONSET, INTERMITTENT TYPE, LOW GRADE NOT ASSOCIATED
WITH CHILLS AND
RIGORS, RELIEVED ON TAKING MEDICATION.SOB GRADE II
PROGRESSED TO GRADE III
(MMRC) , AGGRAVATED ON EXERTION AND LYING DOWN RELIVED ON
SITTING. HISTORY
OF BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 3 DAYS GRADE 2-3 PITTING
TYPE. HISTORY OF
ALTERED SENSORIUM SINCE TODAY MORNING ASSOCIATED WITH
HISTORY OF
IRRELEVANT SPEECH.
PAST ILLNESS: KNOWN CASE OF CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER
DISEASE WITH
PORTAL HYPERTENSION
KNOWN CASE OF HbSAg POSITIVE NOT ON ANY TREATMENT
ON GENERAL PHYSICAL EXAMINATION--
AT ADMISSION
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS, AROUSABLE IRRITABLE
ALTERED SENSORIUM +, IRRELEVANT SPEECH
PATIENT IS NOT ORIENTED TO TIME PLACE PERSON
ABDOMINAL GIRTH : 97.5 CM, WEIGHT :67 KGS
NO CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADNOPATHY,
MILD PALLOR +
ICTERUS +
OEDEMA OF FEET PRESENT ++ - PEDAL EDEMA GRADE II- III( TILL
THE LEVEL OF BELOW
KNEE)
TEMP:101 F
PR:120 BPM
RR:27CPM
BP:110/70mmHg
SPO2:97@RA 2L 02
GRBS:82mg/dL
GCS : E3V3M5
CVS:S1 S2+
RS:BAE+, DECREASED BREATH SOUNDS IN RIGHT SIDED MAMMARY,
INFRAAXILLARY AND
INFRASCAPULAR AREAS, FINE CREPITATIONS PRESENT
P/A-
SHAPE- DISTENDED,NON- TENDER,
LIVER - 12CMS
SPLEEN -13CMS
SHIFTING DULLNESS +
CNS:-
NOT ORIENTED TO TIME, PLACE AND PERSON
NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
REFLEXES: RT LTBICEPS + +
TRICEPS CANNOT BE ELICITED
SUPINATOR - -
KNEE +3 +2
ANKLE +2 +2
*COURSE IN THE .-*
A 42Y OLD MALE, KNOWN ALCOHOLIC AND KNOWN HBSAG POSITIVE
PATIENT, WAS
BROUGHT TO GM OPD WITH COMPLAINTS OF FEVER SINCE 3 DAYS,
BILATERAL PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 3 DAYS, SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 3 DAYS
&ALTERED SENSORIUM
SINCE THE MORNING. THOROUGH CLINICAL EVALUATION WAS DONE AND
NECESSARY
INVESTIGATIONS WERE SENT. HEMOGRAM SHOWED HB -7.6, TLC
-11000, PLT -1.0
(NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC ANEMIA WITH FEW MACROCYTES). CUE
SHOWED 10-12
PUS CELLS, HENCE BLOOD, URINE &SPUTUM CULTURES WERE SENT
AND INJ. TAXIM 1G IV
BD WAS STARTED. PT(26SEC), APTT (53SEC) AND INR (1.95) WERE
DERANGED. 3 PINTS
FFPS WERE TRANSFUSED ON 29/05/24. 1 MORE PINT OF FFP WAS
TRANSFUSED ON
30/05/24. HIGH RISK WAS EXPLAINED AND CONSENTS WERE TAKEN.
REGULAR ABDOMINAL
GIRTH MEASUREMENTS AND WEIGHT WERE MONITORED.USG ABDOMEN ON
30/05/24
SHOWED COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF LIVER-
F/S/O CLD, GB
SLUDGE, BILATERAL GRADE I RPD CHANGES, LEFT RENAL CORTICAL
CYST, EDEMATOUS
BOWEL LOOPS, MILD SPLENOMEGALY, MODERATE ASCITES
&MESENTERIC COLLATERALS
PRESENT. DIAGNOSTIC ASCITIC TAP WAS ATTEMPTED BUT ASCITIC
FLUID WAS
UNTAPPABLE. USG CHEST ON 30/05/24 SHOWED RIGHT GROSS PLEURAL
EFFUSION WITH
UNDERLYING COLLAPSE AND CONSOLIDATION, LEFT MINIMAL PLEURAL
EFFUSION WITH
UNDERLYING CONSOLIDATION. PLEURAL TAP PROCEDURE WAS DONE,
AFTER OBTAINING
CONSENTS, AND SAMPLES WERE SENT FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS.
1 PINT PRBC WAS
TRANSFUSED ON 31/05/24. BLOOD CULTURE (1ST SUBCULTURE) -
KLEBSIELLAE
PNEUMONIAE WAS ISOLATED WITH RESISTANCE TO AMOXYCLAV ,
CEFUROXIME ,
SENSITIVE TO GENTAMYCIN , CIPROFLOXACIN , COTRIMOXAZOLE ,
AMIKACIN ,
CEFTRIOXONE , PIPERACILIN/TAZOBACTUM , MEROPENEM, CEFOTAXIME
AND URINE FOR
CULTURE SHOWED NO GROWTH. INJ. CEFOTAXIME 1G IV BD AND T.
CIPROFLOXACIN
500MG BD WERE STATED. PLEURAL FLUID MICROSCOPIC EXAMINATION
SHOWED
REACTIVE MESOTHELIAL HYPERPLASIA (INFLAMMATORY LESION).
GASTROENTEROLOGY
OPINION WAS TAKEN ADVISED ALPHA FETOPROTEIN ,HBV DNA
QUANTITATIVE,HEPATITIS
ENVELOP ANTIGEN, ANTI HBE
ANTIBODY. DURING THE COURSE HE WAS TREATED WITH IV FLUIDS,
ANTIBIOTICS,
MULTIVITAMINS, ANTIEMETICS, PPIs, ANTIPYRETICS, DIURETICS,
LAXATIVES, MUCOLYTICS,
BRONCHODIALTORS AND OTHER SUPPORTIVE MEDICATION. DURING THE
STAY IN THE
., PATIENT IMPROVED CLINICALLY AND IS HENCE BEING DISCHARGED
IN A
HAEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
HAEMOGRAM
(29/05/2024)
HB - 7.6
TLC:11,000
PCV:20.4
MCV:104.6
MCH :39.0
PLT:1.0
RBC:1.95
(30/05/2024)
HB:6.9
TLC:13,100
PCV:19.8
MCV:106.5
MCH:37.0
RBC:1.80
PLT: 1.08
(31/05/204)
HB-7mg/dL
PCV-20.2
TLC-11,500
RBC-1.85
PLT: 1.20 LAKHS
MCV-109.2
MCH-37.8
(1/06/2024)
HB: 9.6
TLC:16,400
MCV:101.3
MCH:35.8
RBC:2.68
PLT:1.2
RBS(3005/2024): 80 MG/DL
APTT:
(29/05/2024)-53 SEC
(30/05/2024)-38 SEC
(1/05/2024)- 41 SEC
PT ,INR
(29/05/2024)-26 SEC, 1.92
(30/05/2024)-19 SEC,1.40
(1/06/2024)-20SEC,1.4
SERUM CRAETININE:
(30/05/2024)-1.3
(1/06/2024)-1.3
BLOOD UREA
(30/05/2024)-51
(1/06/2024)-35
CELL COUNT PLEURAL FLUID :(31/05/2024)
VOLUME:1ML
COLOR: REDDISH
TOTAL COUNT: 2950 CELL/CUMM
DIFFERENTIAL COUNT:
NEUTROPHILS - 80%
LYMPHOCYTES :20 %
RBC:PRESENT
OTHERS: NIL
PLEURA (SUGAR,PROTEIN)(31/05/2024)
SUGAR 105 MG/DL
PROTEIN p:1.2G /DL
PLEURA LDH:(31/05/2024)- 411
SERUM LDH ( 1/06/2024)-462
HBsAg-RAPID Positive
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID Non Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
COLOUR Pale yellowAPPEARANCE cloudyREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS
10-12EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3RED
BLOOD CELLS NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Nil
BLOOD UREA 51 mg/dl SERUM CREATININE 1.3 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)
(30/05/2024)SODIUM 134 mmol/L POTASSIUM 3.8 mmol/L CHLORIDE
103 mmol/L
CALCIUM IONIZED:1.02
(30/05/2024)
SODIUM: 136
POTASSIUM: 3.6
CHLORIDE: 105
CALCIUM IONIZED:1.04
(31/05/2024)
SODIUM: 137
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
(30/05/2024)Total Bilurubin 5.01 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 3.78
mg/dl SGOT(AST) 64 IU/L SGPT(ALT) 42
IU/L ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 144 IU/L TOTAL PROTEINS 6.3
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.0 gm/dl A/G
RATIO 0.48
(31/05/2024)
TB:4.72
DB: 3.00
AST: 57
ALT: 38
ALP: 146
ALB: 2.17
A/G RATIO: 0.57
ABG (30/05/2024)PH 7.51PCO2 23.9PO2 53.6HCO3 19.3St.HCO3
22.3BEB -1.5BEecf -3.2TCO2
40.0O2 Sat 91.1O2 Count 11.3
USG CHEST ON 30/05/24 :
IMPRESSION :
RIGHT GROSS PLEURAL EFFUSION WITH UNDERLYING COLLAPSE AND
CONSOLIDATION
LEFT MINIMAL PLEURAL EFFUSION WITH UNDERLYING CONSOLIDATION
*USG ABDOMEN ON 30/05/24:*
IMPRESSION : COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF
LIVER- F/S/O CLD
GB SLUDGE
BILATERAL GRADE I RPD CHANGES
LEFT RENAL CORTICAL CYST
EDEMATOUS BOWEL LOOPS
MILD SPLENOMEGALY
MODERATE ASCITES
MESENTERIC COLLATERALS
*BLOOD CULTURE (1ST SUBCULTURE) - KLEBSIELLAE PNEUMONIAE WAS
ISOLATED WITH*
*RESISTANCE TO AMOXYCLAV AND CEFUROXIME*
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
4 FFP TRANSFUSIONS DONE
1 PRBC TRANSFUSION DONE
1) IVF NS, DNS @50ML/HR
2) RYLES FEEDS 2ND HOURLY - 100ML WATER, 4TH HOURLY - 200ML
MILK
3) INJ. TAXIM 1G IV BD FOR 5 DAYS
4) INJ VIT. K 10MG IN 100ML NS IV OD 8AM FOR 3 DAYS'
5) INJ TRANEXA 500MG IV BS FOR 2 DAYS6) INJ OCTREOTIDE
100MCG S/C TID
7) INJ VITAMIN B12: 1MG IM OF CYANACOBALAMIN FOR 1 WEEK,
F/B 1MG THRICE WEEKLY FOR 2ND WEEK,
F/B 1MG/WEEK FOR 4 WEEKS,
F/B 1MG/MONTH FOR THREE MONTHS,
F/B 1MG/3MONTHS FOR LIFE
8) INJ EPO 4000 IU S/C WEEKLY TWICE
9) INJ THIAMINE 200 MG IV BD
10) INJ ZOFER 4MG IV SOS
11) INJ PAN 40MG IV BD
12) INJ NEOMOL 1G IV SOS (IF TEMP>101*F)
13) TAB CIPROFLOXACIN 500MG PO BD FOR 2 DAYS
14) TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD
15) TAB UDILIV 300MG PO BD
16) TAB DYTOR PLUS 10/50 PO BD
17) TAB LIVOGEN 150MG PO OD
18) TAB DOLO 650MG PO SOS (IF TEMP >100*F)
19) SYP. LACTULOSE 30ML PO TID
20) HEPATIC PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 1 GLASS OF WATER/MIL
PO TID
21) NEBULISATIONS WITH IPRAVENT - 6TH HOURLY &BUDECORT
8TH HOURLY
22) 4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
Advice at Discharge
1) TAB CIPROFLOXACIN 500MG PO BD FOR 5 DAYS (8AM -8PM)
2) INJ EPO 4000 IU S/C WEEKLY TWICE
3) INJ VITAMIN B12:
1MG IM OF CYANACOBALAMIN FOR 1 WEEK,
F/B 1MG THRICE WEEKLY FOR 2ND WEEK,
F/B 1MG/WEEK FOR 4 WEEKS,
F/B 1MG/MONTH FOR THREE MONTHS,
F/B 1MG/3MONTHS FOR LIFE
4) TAB THIAMINE 200 MG PO BD FOR 1 MONTH (8AM -8PM)
5) TAB ZOFER 4MG PO SOS
6) TAB PAN 40MG PO OD FOR 15DAYS BBF (8AM )
7) TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD FOR 15DAYS (8AM -8PM)
8) TAB UDILIV 300MG PO BD FOR 15DAYS (8AM -8PM)
9) TAB DYTOR PLUS 10/50 PO BD FOR 10 DAYS (8AM - 4PM)
10) TAB LIVOGEN 150MG PO OD FOR 1 MONTH 7AM
11) TAB DOLO 650MG PO SOS (IF TEMP >100*F) FOR 1 WEEK
12)TAB BENFOMET + PO / OD AT 2PM TO CONTINUE 2PM
13)TAB PROPRANOLOL 10MG PO / OD AT 8PM TO CONTINUE
14) T. PULMOCLEAR 1TAB PO OD 1-0-0 FOR 1 WEEK
14) SYP. LACTULOSE 30ML PO TID FOR 1 WEEK (8AM - 1PM -8PM)
15) HEPATIC PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 1 GLASS OF WATER/MIL
PO TID FOR 1 MONTH
(8AM -1PM-8PM)
16) 4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding, Categorization, and Theme
Identification**
---
#### **1. Initial Codes and Labels**
**Diagnostic Codes**:
- Decompensated chronic liver disease (DCLD) secondary to
alcohol and HBV (HBsAg+).
- Portal hypertension with complications: hepatic
hydrothorax, ascites, splenomegaly, mesenteric collaterals.
- Hepatic encephalopathy (Stage III, resolved).
- Severe anemia (Hb 6.9–9.6 g/dL,
macrocytic/normocytic).
- Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteremia (resistant to
amoxiclav/cefuroxime, sensitive to meropenem/cefotaxime).
- Hypoalbuminemia (albumin 2.0–2.17 g/dL), coagulopathy (INR
1.4–1.95).
**Therapeutic Codes**:
- **Infection management**: IV ceftriaxone → cefotaxime +
ciprofloxacin (culture-guided).
- **Portal hypertension**: Octreotide, diuretics (Dytor
Plus), lactulose, propranolol.
- **Anemia**: FFP/PRBC transfusions, erythropoietin (EPO),
lifelong vitamin B12.
- **Hepatic support**: Thiamine, udenafil (UDILIV), protein
supplementation.
- **Pulmonary management**: Nebulization (ipratropium +
budesonide), pleural tap.
**Social/Behavioral Codes**:
- Chronic alcoholism (stopped 6 months prior) and HBV
non-compliance (untreated HBsAg+).
- Rural healthcare limitations (delayed HBV DNA testing, no
TIPS/transplant access).
- Loss to follow-up (patient expired post-discharge).
**Procedural Codes**:
- Repeated transfusions (4 FFP, 1 PRBC).
- Pleural/ascitic taps (failed ascitic tap due to loculated
fluid).
- USG-guided diagnostics (liver nodularity,
hydrothorax).
---
#### **2. Categorization**
**A. Clinical Presentation**
- Acute decompensation: Fever, hepatic encephalopathy,
dyspnea (MMRC III), bilateral edema.
- Chronic sequelae: HBV cirrhosis, portal hypertension,
hypoalbuminemia, anemia.
**B. Diagnostic Challenges**
- **HBV-related cirrhosis**: Lack of prior antiviral therapy
despite HBsAg+ status.
- **Infection vs. encephalopathy**: Overlapping symptoms
(fever, altered sensorium) complicating diagnosis.
- **Ascites vs. hydrothorax**: Failed ascitic tap vs.
successful pleural tap for effusion characterization.
**C. Therapeutic Variability**
- **Antibiotic escalation**: Empirical ceftriaxone →
culture-guided cefotaxime.
- **Transfusion dependency**: FFP for coagulopathy vs. PRBC
for anemia.
- **Lifelong B12**: Addressing anemia of chronic disease +
nutritional deficiency.
**D. Comorbidities**
- HBV cirrhosis + alcohol-related damage (synergistic liver
injury).
- Pulmonary complications (pleural effusion, consolidation)
masking hepatic hydrothorax.
**E. Follow-up Barriers**
- **Rural limitations**: No access to HBV DNA testing or
advanced interventions (TIPS).
- **Mortality risk**: Expired post-discharge despite
clinical stabilization.
---
#### **3. Emerging Themes**
**Theme 1: Dual Etiology Liver Disease (Alcohol +
HBV)**
- **Key Insight**: Untreated HBV and chronic alcoholism
accelerated decompensation.
- **Novelty**: Rural settings often miss HBV management in
alcoholics due to diagnostic delays.
**Theme 2: Infection as a Precipitant of Mortality**
- **Key Insight**: Klebsiella bacteremia (MDR) worsened
portal hypertension and encephalopathy.
- **Novelty**: Resistance to first-line antibiotics
(amoxiclav) reflects rural overuse of empiric therapies.
**Theme 3: Failed Ascitic Tap as a Prognostic Marker**
- **Key Insight**: Loculated ascites indicated advanced
disease and poor fluid mobilization.
- **Novelty**: Pleural effusion analysis substituted for
ascitic fluid in resource-limited settings.
**Theme 4: Palliative Approach in Advanced Cirrhosis**
- **Key Insight**: Focus on transfusions, protein support,
and symptom relief over curative care.
- **Novelty**: Lifelong B12/EPO regimens highlight chronic
anemia management in rural DCLD.
**Theme 5: Post-Discharge Mortality in Rural DCLD**
- **Key Insight**: Clinical stabilization ≠ long-term
survival; socioeconomic factors dominate outcomes.
- **Novelty**: Discharge plans (e.g., self-administered
EPO/B12) are unrealistic for rural patients.
---
### **Theme Representation (Learning Points)**
**Thesis Title**: *Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties
in Suspected Portal Hypertension Patients in Rural Tertiary Care .s*
**Learning Points**:
1. **HBV-Alcohol Synergy**: Dual etiology cirrhosis requires
early antiviral therapy, often missed in rural settings.
2. **Infection-Driven Mortality**: MDR infections demand
rapid culture-guided antibiotics, but rural labs delay results.
3. **Fluid Tap Limitations**: Failed ascitic taps signal
advanced disease; pleural fluid becomes a diagnostic substitute.
4. **Palliative Prioritization**: Rural .s focus on
transfusions/nutrition over futile advanced interventions.
5. **Post-Discharge Realities**: Socioeconomic barriers
(cost, access) render discharge plans ineffective, increasing mortality.
**Key Insight for Research**: Rural DCLD management
needs:
- HBV screening/treatment integration in alcoholics.
- Rapid diagnostics for MDR infections.
- Community-based follow-up systems for
anemia/encephalopathy.
---
**Final Note**: This case underscores the lethal
intersection of HBV, alcoholism, and rural healthcare gaps. It highlights the
need for protocols addressing dual etiology liver disease, infection
resistance, and realistic palliative strategies in resource-limited settings.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[13/05/25, 11:33:20 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 30 with AI
analysis* 🤖🧐
42 yrs male
Admission 16/04/24
Discharge 19/04/24
Follow up
*Diagnosis*
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
*HBSAG Positive*
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O BILATERAL SWELLING OF LOWER LIMBS SINCE 20 DAYS
C/O HAEMATURIA SINCE 15 DAYS, C/O SOB SINCE 3 DAYS
HOPI: PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20 DAYS BAC THEN HE
DEVELOPED B/L
PEDAL EDEMA EXTENDING UPTO SHIN OF TIBIA PITTING TYPE
C/O SOB ON EXERTION SINCE 3 DAYS
NO CHEST PAIN PALPITATIONS, ORTHOPNEA, PND
C/O HAEMATURIA SINCE 15 DAYS A/W BURNING MICTURITION, NO
INCREASED FREQUENCY
URGENCY,HESITENCY
C/O ANURIA SINCE YESTERDAY AND HAS DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
TODAY
C/O FEVER SINCE LAST NIGHT NOT A/W CHILLS AND RIGOR,NO
DIURNAL VARIATION NO
AGGREVATING FACTOR AND RELIEVED ON MEDICATION.
C/O COUGH WITH SPUTUM WHITISH IN COLOR SMALL IN QUANTITY NOT
BLOOD STAINED
NON FOUL SMELLING
N/K/C/O HTN DM SEIZURES THYROID DISORDERS. CVA,CAD
ON EXAMINATION:PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS COHERENT AND COOPERATIVE
PEDAL EDEMA PRESENT
NO PALLOR, CYANOSIS,CLUBBING ICTERUS, LYMPHADENOPATHY,
TEMP 98.2F
PR 88 BPM
RR 18CPM
SPO2 98%
BP 90/50MM HG
CVS S1S2+
PA SOFT
RESP BAE+
CNS NFND
COURSE IN .: PATIENT ADMITTED IN . IN VIEW OF BILATERAL
SWELLING
IN THE LOWER LIMBS SINCE 15DAYS, HEMATURIA SINCE 1DAY ANS
SOB SINCE 3 DAYS AND
FURTHER EVALUATION AAS DONE AND DIAGNOSED WITH DECOMPENSATED
CHRONIC
LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION AND HBSAG POSITIVE
AND IMMEDIATELY
STARTED HIM ON LAXATIVES, VITAMIN K INJECTION WAS GIVEN
ALONG WITH 3 FFP
TRANFUSIONS WERE DONE AND PATIENT AND PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE
EXPLAINED
ABOUT THE CONDITION AND GETTING DISCHARGED IN STABLE
CONDITION
Investigation
HEMOGRAM 16/04/24
HEMOGLOBIN 8.7 GM/DL
TLC 14000CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS 60 %
LYMPHOCYTS 25%
EOSINOPHILSE 00%
MONOCYTES 15%
BASOPHILS 00 %
PCV 24.1 VOL%
MCV 102.1 FL
MCH 37.0PG
MCHC 36.1%
RDW-CV 15.9 %
RDW-SD 60.8FL
RBC COUNT 2.3 MILLIONS/CUMM
PLATELET COUNT 80000
SMEAR, RBC NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC, WBC COUNTS ON SMEAR WITH
MONOCYTES
PLATELETS INADEQUATE, HEMOPARASITES NOT SEEN
IMPRESSION NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC ANEMIA WITH LEUKOCYTOSIS
MONOCYTOSIS AND THROMBOCYTOPENIA
BLOOD UREA 16-04-2024 06:20:PM 39 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 16-04-2024 06:20:PM 1.3 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 16-04-2024 06:20:PM
SODIUM 132 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 4.1 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/L
CHLORIDE 101 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
HBsAg-RAPID 16-04-2024 06:20:PM Positive
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID16-04-2024 06:20:PMNon Reactive
HIV 1/2 RAPID TEST ON 16/04/2024 :NON REACTIVE
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 16-04-2024 06:20:PM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE cloudy
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN ++++
SUGAR Nil
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 2-3
EPITHELIAL CELLS 5-6
RED BLOOD CELLS 0-1
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS NiL
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 16-04-2024 10:53:PM
Total Bilurubin 3.01 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 1.76 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 44 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 33 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 178 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 6.3 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.1 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.50
ON 16/04/24
APTT TEST 29 SEC
PROTHOMBIN TIME 20SEC
BLEEDING TIME 2 MIN
CLOTTING TIME 4 MIN
INR 1.48
BLOOD GROUPING A+
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 17-04-2024 04:49:AM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Cloudy
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN +
SUGAR Nil
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 2-3
EPITHELIAL CELLS 0-1
RED BLOOD CELLS 8-10
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY ON 18/04/24:
NO GROWTH AFTER 48 HRS OF ANAEROBIC INCUBATION
HEMOGRAM ON 19/04/24
HEMOGLOBIN 9.4 GM/DL
TLC 8000CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS 46 %
LYMPHOCYTS 40%
EOSINOPHILSE 4%
MONOCYTES 10%
BASOPHILS 00 %
PCV 27.5VOL%
MCV 104.8 FL
MCH 35.7PG
MCHC 34.1%
RDW-CV 15.5 %
RDW-SD 58.3FL
RBC COUNT 2.63 MILLIONS/CUMM
PLATELET COUNT 1 LAKHS/CU MM
SMEAR
RBC ANISOPOIKILOCYTOSIS WITH PREDOMINENTLY NORMOCYTIC
NORMOCHROMIC WITH
FEW MACROCYTES
WBC NORMAL IN COUNTS ON SMEAR
PLATELETS INADEQUATE
HEMOPARASITES NOT SEEN
IMPRESSION NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC ANEMIA WITH
THROMBOCYTOPAENIA
ON USG:
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
LEFT RENAL CALCULUS
MILD ASCITIS
RIGHT MILD PLEURAL EFFUSION WITH UNDERLYING LUNG COLLAPSE
AND AIR SONOGRAM
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY,MESENTERIC AND PERIPHERAL COLLATERALS.
GB WALL EDEMA
ON FASTING USG:
HYPERECHOIC FOCI NOTED IN THE PARTIALLY DISTENDED GB.
GB WALL INCREASED
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
ON 16/04/24
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LIT/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2 MG/DAY
TAB.LASILACTONE [ 20/50 MG ] OD
SYR. LACTULOSE 15 ML /TID
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG OD
ON 17/04/24
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LIT/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2 MG/DAY
TAB.LASILACTONE [ 20/50 MG ] OD
SYR. LACTULOSE 15 ML /TID
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG OD
INJ. VITAMIN K IM /OD
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 LIT/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2 MG/DAY
TAB.LASILACTONE [ 20/50 MG ] OD X 6DAYS
SYR. LACTULOSE 15 ML /TID X 6DAYS
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG OD X6DAYS
MAINTAIN ALCOHOL ABSTINENCE
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes:**
- Chronic Liver Disease (CLD)
- HBsAg+
- Portal Hypertension
- Ascites/Splenomegaly/Collaterals
- Thrombocytopenia/Anemia/Coagulopathy
- Hypoalbuminemia
- Hematuria/Renal Calculus
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- Leukocytosis/Monocytosis
- Fluid/Salt Restriction
- Diuretics (Spironolactone/Furosemide)
- Rifaximin/Lactulose
- FFP/Vitamin K
**Categories:**
1. **Liver Pathology**
- CLD etiology
(HBsAg+)
- Portal
hypertension complications (ascites, collaterals)
- Coagulopathy
(INR↑, thrombocytopenia)
2. **Renal Involvement**
- Hematuria (renal
calculus vs. glomerular pathology)
- AKI (prerenal vs.
hepatorenal syndrome)
- Proteinuria
(nephrotic-range albuminuria)
3. **Hematological Abnormalities**
- Normocytic
anemia
- Leukocytosis
(infection vs. stress response)
4. **Management Strategies**
- Ascites control
(diuretics, fluid/salt restriction)
- Infection
prophylaxis (rifaximin)
- Coagulopathy
correction (FFP, vitamin K)
5. **Diagnostic Challenges**
- Hematuria
etiology in CLD
- AKI
differentiation (prerenal vs. intrinsic)
- Negative cultures
despite leukocytosis
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Multisystem Complexity**
- CLD manifests
with hepatic, renal, hematologic, and infectious complications.
2. **Resource-Limited Diagnostics**
- Reliance on
clinical judgment and basic imaging (USG) over advanced tests.
3. **Empirical Therapeutic Approaches**
- Antibiotics
(rifaximin) and FFP transfusions despite inconclusive evidence.
4. **Etiological Overlap**
- Hematuria from
renal calculus vs. glomerular injury (hepatic nephropathy).
5. **Preventive Management**
- Prophylaxis for
encephalopathy and infections in decompensated cirrhosis.
---
### **Theme Representation**
**Thesis Title:**
*“Navigating Multiorgan Dysfunction in Portal Hypertension:
Diagnostic Dilemmas and Pragmatic Management in Rural Tertiary Care”*
**Learning Points:**
1. **Clinical Variability**
- Portal
hypertension presents with heterogenous symptoms (edema, hematuria, dyspnea)
requiring multisystem evaluation.
- AKI in cirrhosis
demands differentiation between prerenal causes, hepatorenal syndrome, and
intrinsic renal disease.
2. **Diagnostic Uncertainties**
- Hematuria in CLD:
Rule out renal calculus (USG findings) vs. glomerular pathology
(proteinuria).
- Leukocytosis with
negative cultures: Consider spontaneous bacterial peritonitis or occult
infections.
3. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **FFP/Vitamin
K:** Address coagulopathy but limited efficacy in thrombocytopenia.
-
**Rifaximin/Lactulose:** Prophylactic use for encephalopathy, even without
overt symptoms.
- **Fluid
Restriction:** Critical in ascites but risks exacerbating prerenal AKI.
4. **Novel Insights**
- **Hepatitis B
Impact:** Underemphasized role in CLD progression; antiviral therapy not
documented here.
- **Proteinuria in
CLD:** May indicate hepatic glomerulosclerosis, often overlooked.
- **Resource
Constraints:** Drive reliance on clinical acumen over specialized tests (e.g.,
transient elastography).
**Outcome-Influencing Factors:**
- Timely correction of coagulopathy (FFP/vitamin K)
stabilizes bleeding risks.
- Salt/fluid restriction compliance determines ascites
control.
- HBV management (if initiated) could alter long-term
prognosis.
**Key Quote:**
*“In rural settings, managing portal hypertension pivots on
balancing empirical therapies with pragmatic diagnostics, where clinical
judgment supersedes ideal investigations.”*
---
This structured approach captures the interplay of clinical
complexity, diagnostic limitations, and adaptive management in
resource-constrained environments.
[13/05/25, 11:39:23 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: **Novel Learning
Points from the Case:**
1. **Hematuria in Chronic Liver Disease (CLD): Beyond Stones
and UTI**
- Hematuria in CLD
may reflect **hepatic glomerulosclerosis** (secondary to cirrhosis) rather than
solely renal calculi or infection. The presence of **nephrotic-range
proteinuria (++++)** in this case, despite mild renal dysfunction, highlights
the need to consider glomerular pathology (e.g., IgA nephropathy,
membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis) in cirrhotic patients. This
association is underrecognized and warrants urine protein quantification and
renal biopsy in select cases.
2. **Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in Cirrhosis: A Diagnostic
Tightrope**
- AKI in this
patient (anuria, hypotension) underscores the challenge of differentiating
**prerenal azotemia** (from diuretics/fluid restriction), **hepatorenal
syndrome (HRS)**, and **intrinsic renal disease**. Notably, even
"normal" creatinine (1.3 mg/dL) may mask significant renal impairment
in cirrhotic patients due to reduced muscle mass. The lack of HRS-specific
biomarkers (e.g., urinary sodium) in resource-limited settings complicates
management.
3. **Leukocytosis in CLD: Infection vs. Systemic
Inflammation**
- Persistent
leukocytosis (14,000 cells/µL) with monocytosis and negative cultures raises
the possibility of **non-infectious systemic inflammation** (e.g., cytokine
storm from gut bacterial translocation). This challenges the reflex assumption
of infection in decompensated cirrhosis and questions the utility of empiric
antibiotics without clear foci.
4. **Coagulopathy Management: Limitations of FFP and Vitamin
K**
- Despite FFP
transfusions and vitamin K, thrombocytopenia (80,000 → 100,000/µL) persisted,
emphasizing that **platelet sequestration (splenomegaly)** and **reduced
thrombopoietin** are primary drivers in portal hypertension. FFP provides
transient INR correction but fails to address underlying synthetic liver
failure. Thrombopoietin agonists (e.g., avatrombopag) or platelet transfusions
may be more effective but are often unavailable in rural settings.
5. **Prophylactic Rifaximin Use: Beyond Hepatic
Encephalopathy**
- Rifaximin was
administered without overt encephalopathy, suggesting its role in **small
intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) prophylaxis** or **secondary prevention
of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP)**. This pragmatic approach in
resource-limited settings reflects a focus on preemptive infection control,
though evidence for this practice remains debated.
6. **Hypoalbuminemia and Fluid Restriction: A Double-Edged
Sword**
- Aggressive fluid
restriction (<1.5 L/day) in hypoalbuminemia (2.1 g/dL) risks exacerbating
**prerenal AKI** by reducing intravascular volume. However, albumin infusions
(not administered here) could improve oncotic pressure and renal perfusion,
highlighting a therapeutic gap in rural management protocols.
7. **Missed Opportunity: Antiviral Therapy for HBV**
- Despite HBsAg
positivity, no antiviral therapy (e.g., tenofovir/entecavir) was documented.
Early antiviral intervention in HBV-related cirrhosis can **halt disease
progression** and reduce hepatocellular carcinoma risk. This omission
underscores systemic gaps in rural HBV management, where diagnostics and
treatment access lag behind urban centers.
8. **Proteinuria in CLD: A Marker of Renal
Involvement**
- Transient heavy
proteinuria (++++) resolving to mild (+) levels post-treatment suggests
**dynamic glomerular injury** (e.g., hepatic nephropathy). Proteinuria in
cirrhosis is often overlooked but may signal progressive renal disease,
necessitating closer monitoring.
9. **Hepatic Hydrothorax and Lung Collapse**
- Right pleural
effusion with lung collapse likely reflects **hepatic hydrothorax**
(transdiaphragmatic ascites migration). This complication, often managed with
diuretics, highlights the multisystem impact of portal hypertension and the
need for thoracentesis in refractory cases.
10. **Gallbladder Hyperechoic Foci: Portal Hypertensive
Cholecystopathy**
- GB wall edema
and hyperechoic foci may indicate **portal hypertensive cholecystopathy**
(mucosal ischemia, sludge) rather than acute cholecystitis. This
underrecognized entity in CLD patients requires surveillance but rarely
necessitates intervention.
**Key Insight:**
This case illustrates the **interconnectedness of hepatic,
renal, and hematologic systems** in decompensated cirrhosis. It challenges
clinicians to:
- Look beyond common etiologies (e.g., UTI/stones) for
hematuria/proteinuria.
- Balance ascites management with renal preservation.
- Prioritize HBV antiviral therapy to alter disease
trajectory.
- Leverage pragmatic diagnostics (USG) in resource-limited
settings while acknowledging their limitations.
**Quote for Reflection:**
*"In rural medicine, managing cirrhosis demands a
chess-like strategy—anticipating multisystem complications while navigating
diagnostic and therapeutic constraints."*
[13/05/25, 12:21:09 PM] Dr. Rakesh Biswas HOD Sir GM KMNI:
Deepseek?!!
[13/05/25, 12:22:51 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: Yes sir
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[13/05/25, 3:33:19 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 31 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
60 years Male
Admission- 19/7/24
In . Death-9/8/24
Diagnosis
SEVERE METABOLIC ACIDOSIS WITH TYPE II RESPIRATORY FAILURE
REFRACTORY HYPOTENSION
SEPTIC SHOCK WITH MODS
NECROTISING FASCITIS S/P FASCIOTOMY + DEBRIDEMENT
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
ANEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE
HFPEF
K/C/O DM-II
K/C/O HYPERTENSION
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SWELLING OF RIGHT LEG SINCE 4 DAYS
C/O MULTIPLE BELBS OVER POSTERIOR ASPECT OF RIGHT LEG SINCE
4 DAYS
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 4 DAYS AGO THEN HE
NOTICED SWELLING
OVER RIGHT LEG WHICH WAS INSIIOUS ONSET, GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATED
WITH BLEBS OVE POSTERIOR ASPECT OF RIGHT LEG ASSOCIATED WITH
BLACK
DISCHARGE
H/O FEVER LOW GRADE INTERMITTENT RELIEVED ON MEDICATION
C/O PAIN PRESENT PRICKING TYPE, NON RADIATING, INTERITTEENT,
AGGREVATED ON
WALKING, RELIEVED ON REST
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O DENOVO DM POSITIVE NOT ON MEDICATION
N/K/C/O HTN, CAD, CVD, ASTHMA, TB, EPILEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET MIXED
APPETITE NORMAL
NORMAL BOWEL AND BLADDER MOVEMENTS
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONCIOUS COHORENT COOPERATIVE
NO PALLOR, CTERUS, CYANOSIS, PEDAL EDEMA, CLUBBING
BP:
PR:
SPO2:
RR:
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
RS: NVBS+, BAE+
CVS: S1 S2 HEARD
CNS NFND
ON EXAMINATION:
SWELLING OF RIGHT LEG EXTENDING FROM KNEE JOINT
SKIN OVER THE RIGHT LEG IS ERYTHEMATOUS AND SHINY
LOSS OF HAIR OVER RIGHT LEG PRESENT
NO SCARS OR SINUSES
MULTIPLE BLEBS OF SIZE 2X2CM, 1X1CM AND 1X2 CM ARE PRESENT
OVER THE
POSTERIOR ASPECTS OF UPPER HALF OF RIGHT LEG WITH ACTIVE
BLACK
DISCOLOURATION WITH SEROUS DISCHARGE
SKIN OVER THE POSTERIOR ASPECT OF RIGHT LEG IS
HYPERPIGMENTED
NO ENGORGED VEINS
OPPOSITE LIMB APPEARS NORMAL
ON PALPATION:
LOCAL RISE OF TEMPERATURE PRESENT UPTIL KNEE JOINT
TENDERNESS PRESENT
PITTING EDEMA PRESENT EXTEDING FROM ANKLE JOINT UPTO KNEE
JOINT
BLEBS PRESENT OVER POSTERIOR ASPECT OF RIGHT LEG WITH
POSITIVE FLUCTUATION
TEST
JOINT MOVEMENTS NORMAL
ALL INSPECTORY FINDINGS ARE CONFIRMED ON PALPATION
PERIPHERAL PULSES ATA, PTA, DPA FELT
OPPOSITE LIMB NORMAL
PULMONOLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 5/8/24 I/V/O SOB AND CHEST XRAY
S/O PLEURAL
EFFUSION
ADVICE USG CHEST
RX
CONTINUE SAME TREATMENT
REVIEW WITH USG CHEST REPORT
RX: CONTINUE SAME TREATMENT
Investigation
ON 19/7/24CBPHAEMOGLOBIN 12.6gm/dlTOTAL COUNT 18,400
Ncells/cummNEUTROPHILS
85%LYMPHOCYTES 04%EOSINOPHILS 01%MONOCYTES 10%BASOPHILS
0%PLATELET
COUNT1.20lakhs/cu.mmSMEARNormocytic normochromic
withneutrophilic leukocytosis
andthrombocytopeniaSERUM ELECTROLYTES
SERUM NA:135
SERUM K:4
SERUM CL: 98
SERUM CA: 1.05
APTT: 33SEC
PT: 16SE
INR: 1.11
FBS: 155MG/DL
PLBS: 202 MG/DL
HB1AC: 6.8%
BT: 2MIN
CT: 5MIN
BGT: O+VE
SERUM CREATININE: 4.3MG/DL
BLOOD UREA: 89MG/DL
22/7/24
BLEBS FLUID CULTURE
GRAM STAIN: MODERATE NUMBER OF PUS CELLS, GRAM POSITIVE
COCCI IN CHAINS SEEN
REPORT: STREPTOCCCUS PYOGENS ISOLATED
ABGPH 7.44PCO2 26.4mmHgPO2 74.2mmHgHCO3 17.7mmol/LSt.HCO3
20.6 mmol/LBEB -
4.6mmol/LBEecf -5.7 mmol/LTCO2 34.5VOLO2 Sat 94.1%O2 Count
18.4 vol %LFTTotal Bilurubin
6.23 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 4.58mg/dlSGOT(AST)
61IU/LSGPT(ALT) 20
IU/LALKALINEPHOSPHATASE 307 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS 5.0
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.1gm/dlA/G RATIO
0.72HEMOGRAM AT 7AMHAEMOGLOBIN10.8gm/dl13.0 -
17.0ColorimetricTOTAL
COUNT20,370cells/cumm4000 - 10000ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS86%40 -
80Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES04%20 - 40Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS02%01 - 06Light
MicroscopyMONOCYTES08%02 - 10Light MicroscopyBASOPHILS00%0 -
2Light
MicroscopyPCV29.6vol %40 - 50CalculationM C V91.1fl83 -
101CalculationM C H33.2pg27 -
32CalculationM C H C36.5%31.5 -
34.5CalculationRDW-CV17.0%11.6 - 14.0HistogramRDW-
SD57.2fl39.0-46.0HistogramRBC COUNT3.25millions/cumm4.5 -
5.5ImpedencePLATELET
COUNT1.2lakhs/cu.mm1.5-4.1ImpedenceSMEARRBCNormocytic
normochromic with fewmicrocytes
and macrocytesLight MicroscopyWBCincreased counts on smear
withabsolute neutrophiliaLight
MicroscopyPLATELETSdecreased counts on smearplatelets clumps
seenLight
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITESNo hemoparasites seenLight
MicroscopyIMPRESSIONNormocytic
normochromic anemiawith neutrophilic leucocytosis andmild
thrombocytopeniaHEMOGRAM AT
3.27PMHAEMOGLOBIN11.9gm/dlTOTAL COUNT 20,100NEUTROPHILS 86
%LYMPHOCYTES 05
%EOSINOPHILS 01 %MONOCYTES 08 %BASOPHILS 00 %PCV 32.5 vol %M
C V 90.8flM C H
33.2pgM C H C 36.6%RDW-CV 17.1%RDW-SD 57.5 flRBC COUNT 3.58
millions/cummPLATELET
COUNT 1.2 lakhs/cu.mmSMEARRBCNormocytic normochromicWBC
increased count with
absoluteneutrophilia left shift , band forms ,meta
myelocytesPLATELETS
InadequateHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites
seenIMPRESSIONNormocytic normochromic
blood picture with leukemoid reaction and moderate
thrombocytopeniaSERUM CREATININE
2.6MG/DLSERUM UREA 148 MG/DLSERUM NA 137 MMOL/LSERUM CL
101MMOL/LSERUM K
3.5 MMOL/LSERUM CA 1.16BT 2MIN 30SECCT 5 MINPT 16SECINR
1.11CRP- POSITIVE
4.8MG/DL
ON 27/7/24
CBPHAEMOGLOBIN9.6gm/dl13.0 - 17.0ColorimetricTOTAL
COUNT16,900cells/cumm4000 -
10000ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS87%40 - 80Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES06%20 - 40Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS03%1 - 6Light MicroscopyMONOCYTES04%2 -
10Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS00%0 - 2Light MicroscopyPLATELET
COUNT1.84lakhs/cu.mm1.5-
4.1ImpedenceSMEARNormocytic normochromic anemiawith
neutrophilic leukocytosisLFTTotal
Bilurubin6.27mg/dl0 - 1Jendrassic &Groff'sDirect
Bilurubin5.41mg/dl0.0 - 0.2Jendrassic
&Groff'sSGOT(AST)52IU/L0 - 35Modified
IFCCSGPT(ALT)21IU/L0 - 45Modified
IFCCALKALINEPHOSPHATASE269IU/L56 - 119PNPP-DEATOTAL
PROTEINS6.1gm/dl6.4 -
8.3BiuretALBUMIN1.6gm/dl3.2 - 4.6BCGA/G RATIO0.35SERUM
CREATININE: 1.0MG/DLSERUM
UREA: 37SERUM NA: 131MMOL/LSERUM CL: 4.4 MMOL/LSERUM CL 101
MMOL/LSERUM
CALCIUM 1.20ON 23/7/24TISSUE FOR C/SMODERATE NUMBER OF PUS
CELLS, GRAM
POSITIVE COCI IN PAIRS SEENREPORT: STREPTOCOCCUS PYOGENS
ISOLATEDBLOOD
FOR C/S1ST SUB CULTURENO GROWTH AFTER 48HR OF AEROBIC
INCUBATIONURINE
C/SNO GROWTH7/8/24ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSISVOL 1MLCOLOUR-
YELLOWAPPERENCE:
CLEARTL 250 CELLSDL 80% N, 20% LOTHERS NILASCITIC FLUID
SUGAR 123 MG/DLASCITIC
FLUID PROTEIN 0.4G/DLASCITIC FLUID AMYLASE 19.9IU/LASCITIC
FLUID LDH 117.1
IU/LSERUM ALBUMIN 1.45 GM/DLASCITIC ALBUMIN 0.14GM/DLSAAG
1.31
8/8/24
BLOOD UREA 50MG/DL
LDL CHOLESTEROL 74
SERUM CREATININE 1.5MG/DL
HB:7.5
TLC: 17,100
PCV:20.7
MCH:34.1
RBC: 2.20
PLATELET COUNT:1.0
CUE:
COLOUR: REDDISH
APPEARANCE: CLEAR
REACTION : ACIDIC
SUGAR: NIL
ALBUMIN: TRACES
BILE SALTS: NIL
BILE PIGMENTS: NIL
PUS CELLS: 4-5 CELLS
EPITHELIAL CELLS: 1-2
RBCS: 8-10
OTHERS: BACTERIALO COLONIES CALCIUM OXALATE TRIPLE PHOSPHATE
CRYSTALS SEEN
SERUM OSMOLALITY: 280
SERUM LDH : 155.6
9/8/24
HEMOGRAM:
HB: 8
TLC: 36,000
PCV: 23.2
MCV: 99.6
RBC: 2.33
PLATELET COUNT: 2.14
SERUM CREATININE 2.8
BLOOD UREA: 67
SERUM ELECTROLYTES:
NA: 126
K: 4.7
CL: 98
CA: 1.19
ABG:
PH: 6.7
PCO2: 61.7
PO2: 63.6
USG ABDOMEN PELVIS ON 20/7/24
FINDINGS: ON EXAMINATION 6-7MM CALCULUS IN UPPER POLE OF
RIGHT KIDNEY
IMPRESSION:
GRADE I FATTY LIVER
HEPATOMEGALY
SPLEENOMEGALY
RIGHT RENAL CALCULUS
REVIEW USG ON 5/8/24
ON EXAMINATION: FREE FLUID NOTED IN PERIHEPATIC, PERISPLENIC
AND INTERBOWEL
FLUID NOTED
IMPRESSION: MODERATE ASCITIS
USG CHEST ON 6/8/24
FINDINGS:
ON EXAMINATION MINIMAL FREE FLUID IN RIGHT PLEURAL SPACE
ON EXAMINATION MINIMAL FREE FLUID IN LEFT PLEURAL SPACE WITH
NO AIR
SONOGRAMS IN UNDERLYING LUNGS
NO EVIDENCE OF ANY LUNG COLLAPSE BILATERALLY
IMPRESSION:
BILATERAL MINIMAL PLEURAL EFFUSION RIGHT>LEFT
CONSOLIDATORY CHANGES IN RIGHT LUNG
2D ECHO
EF 64%
MILD TO MODERATE AR: MILD TR: NO PAH, TRIVIAL MR
NO RWMA, NO AS/MS, SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNTIONS
GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNTION
REVIEW ON 23/7/24
EF 64%: RVSP: 32MMHG
TRIVIAL TR: NO PAH, TRIVIAL AR
NO RWMA, NO AS/MS, SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNTIONS
GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNTION
IVC SIZE 1.0CMS COLLAPSING
REVIEW ON 6/8/24
EF 64%
TRIVIAL AR/TR: NO PAH, NO MR
NO RWMA, MILD LVH
NO AS/MS, SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNTIONS
GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNTION
IVC SIZE 0.8CM COLLAPSING
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ MEROPENEM 1GM IV/BD
TAB METROGYL 400MG PO/TID
INJ PAN 40MG IV /OD
INJ LASIX 40MG IV/TID
INJ HAI SC/TID 4U-4U-4U
TAB HIFINAC P PO/BD
TAB CHYMEROL FORTE PO/TID
SYP CROMAFFINE 15ML PO H/S
TAB MVT PO/OD
TAB VIT C PO/TID
TAB OROFER XT PO/BD
Follow Up
DEATH SUMMARY
59 YEAR OLD MALE RESIDENT OF . CAME WITH C/O SWELLING OF
RIGHT LEG
AND MULTIPLE BELBS OVER POSTERIOR ASPECT OF RIGHT LEG.
ADMITTED UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY ON 19/7/24 AND MANAGED.
PATIENT WAS SHIFTED TO MEDICAL ICU IN VIEW OF AKI AND
DERANGED LFT ON 21/7/24.
PATIENT UNDERWENT EMERGENCY FASCIOTOMY AND DEBRIDEMENT WAS
DONE I/V/O
NECROTISING FASCITIS UNDER SA. POST OPERATIVELY PATIENT WAS
STARTED ON INJ.
NORAD SUPPORT.
CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY REPORT OF FLUID FROM BLEBS SHOWED
STREPTOCOCUS
PYOGENES.
THE PATIENT WAS SHIFTED BACK TO SICU AS AKI RESOLVED AND MAP
MAINTAINED
WITHOUT IONOTROPIC SUPPORT.
ON 5/8/24 PATIENT DEVELOPED DYSPNEA AND MODERATE ASCITIS AND
BILATERAL
PLUERAL EFFUSION AND REVIEWED BY GENERAL MEDICINE AND ON
EXAMINATION
PATIENT HAD BILATERAL CREPTS ON IAA, INTERSCAPULAR AREA, AND
WAS ADVICED FOR
FLUID RESTRICTION AND DIURETICS.
PATIENT WAS TRANSFERRED TO GENERAL MEDICINE I/V/O ASCITIS.
DIAGNOSTIC TAP WAS
DONE.
IT SHOWED HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN AND DIAGNOSED AS CLD ON
8/8/24 10PM. PATIENT
HAD SUDEN ONSET OF TACHYPNEA, TACHYCARDIA AND ON
AUSCULTATION BILATERAL
DIFFUSE CREPTS AND BILATERAL RHONCHI PRESENT. STARTED ON
NEBULIZATION. ABG
SHOWED PH 7.35, PCO2 25.7MMHG, PO2 60.7MMHG HCO3 13.3 AND
WAS PUT ON NON-
INVASIVE VENTILATION TILL 6AM
AT 6.30AM DUE TO FALL IN SATURATION AND TYPE II RESPIRATORY
FAILURE PATIENT WAS
INTUBATED WITH ET TUBE '7' AND CONNECTED MECHANICAL
VENTILATION ACMV-VC
MODE AND STARTED ON IONOTROPIC SUPPORT
AT 8.30 AM PATIENT HAD SUDDEN BRADYCARDIA AND ABSENT CENTRAL
AND PERIPHERAL
PULSES. CPR WAS STARTED AND AFTER 15MIN ROSC ACHIEVED. I/V/O
HYPOTENSION
TRIPLE LUMEN WAS PLACED AND TRIPLE IONOTROPI SUPPORT WAS
STARTED.
AT 10.30 AM AT PATIENT WAS AGAIN HAD BRADYCARDIA AND DUE TO
ABSENT CENTRAL
AND PERIPHERAL PULSES CPR WAS STARTED ACCORDING TO ACLS
GUIDELINES
AFTER 30MIN OF CPR PATIENT WAS NOT REVIVED AND DECLARED DEAD
AT 11.01AM
IMMEDIATE CAUSE
SEVERE METABOLIC ACIDOSIS WITH TYPE II RESPIRATORY FAILURE
REFRACTORY HYPOTENSION
ANTECEDENT CAUSE
SEPTIC SHOCK WITH MODS
NECROTISING FASCITIS
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
ANEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE
HFPEF
K/C/O DM-II
K/C/O HYPERTENSION
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes:**
- Necrotizing fasciitis (Streptococcus pyogenes)
- Septic shock with MODS
- Chronic liver disease (CLD)
- Portal hypertension (ascites, splenomegaly)
- Refractory hypotension
- Metabolic acidosis + Type II respiratory failure
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- Anemia of chronic disease
- HFpEF (Diastolic dysfunction)
- DM-II + Hypertension
- Leukocytosis/Thrombocytopenia
- Hypoalbuminemia (SAAG 1.31)
- Ascitic fluid analysis (low protein, high SAAG)
- Gram-positive cocci in chains (Strep pyogenes)
- Failed CPR/ACLS
- Fluid restriction + diuretics
- Broad-spectrum antibiotics (meropenem, metronidazole)
- Ionotropic support (noradrenaline)
**Categories:**
1. **Infection & Sepsis**
- Necrotizing
fasciitis (Strep pyogenes)
- Septic shock
progression (MODS)
- Leukocytosis with
culture-confirmed infection
2. **Liver Pathology**
- CLD with portal
hypertension (ascites, splenomegaly)
- Hypoalbuminemia
(SAAG 1.31)
- Hepatic synthetic
dysfunction (↑INR, ↓albumin)
3. **Renal & Metabolic**
- AKI (creatinine
4.3 → 1.0 → 2.8 mg/dL)
- Severe metabolic
acidosis (pH 6.7)
- Electrolyte
derangements (hyponatremia, hyperkalemia)
4. **Cardiovascular**
- Refractory
hypotension (triple ionotropes)
- HFpEF (Grade I
diastolic dysfunction)
5. **Hematological**
- Anemia of chronic
disease (Hb 12.6 → 7.5 g/dL)
- Thrombocytopenia
(platelets 1.2 lakhs)
6. **Respiratory**
- Type II
respiratory failure (↑PCO2, ↓PO2)
- Pleural effusions
(bilateral)
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Rapid Progression of Necrotizing Infection**
- Strep pyogenes
fasciitis → septic shock → MODS within days.
2. **CLD as a Comorbidity Amplifier**
- Hypoalbuminemia
worsened fluid shifts, ascites, and hypotension.
- Portal
hypertension limited sepsis management (fluid restriction vs.
resuscitation).
3. **Diagnostic Delays**
- Initial focus on
leg infection delayed recognition of CLD (ascites detected on Day 19).
- SAAG-based
ascites classification (high SAAG = portal hypertension) was late.
4. **Therapeutic Conflicts**
- **Fluid
restriction** (for ascites) vs. **aggressive resuscitation** (for septic
shock).
- Diuretics (Lasix)
exacerbated AKI and electrolyte imbalances.
5. **Resource-Driven Limitations**
- No advanced
interventions (e.g., TIPS, CRRT) for refractory ascites/renal failure.
- Reliance on basic
imaging (USG) over CT/MRI for infection staging.
6. **Unmasking Silent CLD**
- CLD was
undiagnosed prior to admission (no prior HBsAg/HCV testing).
- Ascites and
hypoalbuminemia were first indicators of liver dysfunction.
---
### **Theme Representation**
**Thesis Title:**
*“Septic Shock in Undiagnosed Portal Hypertension: Bridging
Diagnostic Gaps and Therapeutic Dilemmas in Rural Critical Care”*
**Learning Points:**
1. **Early Recognition of Necrotizing Fasciitis**
- **Key Insight:**
Erythema, blebs with black discharge, and neutrophilic leukocytosis should
trigger immediate surgical referral.
- **Rural
Challenge:** Limited access to MRI for early fascial involvement
detection.
2. **CLD’s Role in Sepsis Outcomes**
-
**Hypoalbuminemia** reduces antibiotic efficacy (↓protein binding) and worsens
edema.
- **Portal
hypertension** complicates fluid management (ascites vs. shock
resuscitation).
3. **Metabolic Acidosis in MODS**
- Combined **lactic
acidosis** (sepsis) + **respiratory acidosis** (failure) → pH 6.7.
- **CLD
contribution:** Impaired lactate clearance and urea cycle dysfunction.
4. **AKI in CLD: Multifactorial Etiology**
- Prerenal
(diuretics) + intrinsic (septic ATN) + hepatorenal syndrome (HRS).
- **Late SAAG
use:** High SAAG (1.31) confirmed portal hypertension but delayed CLD
diagnosis.
5. **HFpEF in Critical Illness**
- Diastolic
dysfunction limited fluid tolerance, exacerbating pulmonary edema.
- **Echo
findings:** Preserved EF (64%) masked diastolic failure (Grade I).
6. **Novel Insights**
- **Strep pyogenes
in CLD:** Rare but lethal in immunocompromised hosts (DM + CLD).
- **Undiagnosed
CLD:** Rural patients often present late with decompensation (ascites,
varices).
- **SAAG utility:**
Underused in rural settings for rapid ascites etiology classification.
**Outcome-Influencing Factors:**
- **Delayed CLD diagnosis** hindered tailored
fluid/antibiotic strategies.
- **Refractory hypotension** from vasoplegia (sepsis) +
hypoalbuminemia → irreversible MODS.
- **DM-II** accelerated infection progression (impaired
neutrophil function).
**Key Quote:**
*“In rural critical care, sepsis management in CLD demands
dual vigilance—combating infection while navigating the tightrope of portal
hypertension.”*
---
**Actionable Recommendations:**
1. **Protocols for Early CLD Screening:**
- Routine LFTs and
SAAG in sepsis patients with ascites.
2. **Infection Control Bundles:**
- Empiric coverage
for Gram-positive (Strep) + anaerobic (necrotizing fasciitis) pathogens.
3. **Fluid Strategy:**
- Albumin infusion
for septic shock with hypoalbuminemia (improves MAP and oncotic pressure).
4. **Telemedicine Integration:**
- Rapid
surgical/ICU consults for necrotizing infections.
**Conclusion:**
This case underscores the lethal synergy between undiagnosed
CLD and sepsis in rural settings. Bridging diagnostic delays (CLD, necrotizing
fasciitis) and resolving therapeutic conflicts (fluids vs. diuretics) are
critical to improving outcomes.
[13/05/25, 3:33:36 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: **Novel Learning
Points from the Case:**
### 1. **Hyperdynamic Circulation in CLD Masks Early
Shock**
- **Insight:**
Chronic liver disease (CLD) induces a hyperdynamic state (high cardiac output,
low systemic vascular resistance) that can mask early signs of hypovolemic or
septic shock. This patient’s initial "stable" blood pressure (BP)
likely reflected compensatory vasodilation, delaying recognition of septic
shock until refractory hypotension developed.
- **Impact:**
Reliance on BP alone in CLD patients is misleading; lactate, capillary refill,
and mentation are better early shock indicators.
---
### 2. **Hypoalbuminemia as a Double-Edged Sword**
- **Insight:**
Severe hypoalbuminemia (1.45 g/dL) reduced oncotic pressure, exacerbating
ascites, pulmonary edema, and tissue hypoxia. It also altered antibiotic
pharmacokinetics (e.g., meropenem), as low albumin increases free drug levels,
raising toxicity risks without improving efficacy.
- **Actionable:**
Albumin infusion (40 g/day) could have stabilized hemodynamics and improved
antibiotic efficacy but was not utilized.
---
### 3. **Diabetic Immunopathy in Necrotizing
Infections**
- **Insight:**
DM-II impairs neutrophil function and microvascular perfusion, enabling
*Streptococcus pyogenes* (typically less virulent in healthy hosts) to cause
rapidly progressive necrotizing fasciitis. The absence of fever and muted
leukocytosis (initially 18,400 cells/µL) masked sepsis severity.
- **Novel Angle:**
DM-II + CLD creates a "double-hit" immunocompromised state,
necessitating broader empiric coverage (e.g., clindamycin for toxin
suppression) even in monomicrobial infections.
---
### 4. **SAAG as a Missed Diagnostic Anchor**
- **Insight:** The
serum-ascites albumin gradient (SAAG 1.31) confirmed portal hypertension but
was delayed until Day 19. Early SAAG calculation could have prompted immediate
CLD evaluation (e.g., viral serologies, elastography).
- **Rural Gap:**
SAAG is underused in resource-limited settings despite its cost-effectiveness
for ascites triage.
---
### 5. **Leukemoid Reaction: A Red Flag for Severe
Sepsis**
- **Insight:** A
leukemoid reaction (TLC 36,000 cells/µL with left shift) signaled overwhelming
infection and cytokine storm. In CLD, this is often misinterpreted as
"stress leukocytosis," delaying escalation of care.
- **Takeaway:**
Leukemoid counts in CLD patients warrant aggressive source control (e.g.,
earlier fasciotomy) and immunomodulatory therapies (e.g., corticosteroids for
septic shock).
---
### 6. **CLD-Triggered Electrolyte Chaos**
- **Insight:**
Hyponatremia (Na 126 mmol/L) in CLD reflects vasopressin excess from portal
hypertension, not just diuretics. Severe hyponatremia exacerbates cerebral
edema and confusion, masking encephalopathy.
- **Management
Conflict:** Fluid restriction worsened pre-renal AKI, while hyponatremia
correction risked osmotic demyelination.
---
### 7. **Silent Transition from Compensated to Decompensated
CLD**
- **Insight:**
Sepsis and systemic inflammation (CRP 4.8 mg/dL) accelerated liver
decompensation in previously "asymptomatic" CLD. Cytokine-driven
hepatocyte apoptosis and gut bacterial translocation likely drove
acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF).
- **Preventable?**
Early ACLF recognition (using EASL criteria) could have prompted liver
transplant evaluation or molecular adsorbent recirculating system (MARS)
therapy.
---
### 8. **HFpEF in Sepsis: A Hidden Perpetuator**
- **Insight:**
Grade I diastolic dysfunction (HFpEF) impaired ventricular filling, worsening
pulmonary edema and hypoxia. Preserved ejection fraction (EF 64%) falsely
reassured clinicians, delaying HFpEF-targeted therapies (e.g., nitrates,
cautious diuresis).
- **Key Lesson:**
Echo is critical in septic CLD patients with respiratory failure, even if EF is
normal.
---
### 9. **Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS)
Overlap**
- **Insight:**
*Streptococcus pyogenes* secreted superantigens (e.g., Spe-A), causing
STSS-like vasoplegia and MODS. CLD’s impaired toxin clearance amplified
toxicity, leading to refractory hypotension.
- **Missed
Opportunity:** IV immunoglobulin (IVIG) neutralizes superantigens but was not
administered due to diagnostic delays.
---
### 10. **Rural Critical Care Gaps**
-
**Infrastructure:** No point-of-care lactate testing delayed shock
recognition.
- **Therapeutic
Limitations:** Absence of advanced interventions (e.g., CRRT for acidosis, TIPS
for ascites) forced reliance on suboptimal diuretics and fluids.
- **Preventive
Care:** No prior HBV/HCV screening despite CLD signs (e.g., splenomegaly),
highlighting systemic gaps in rural chronic disease management.
---
### **Key Quote:**
*“In rural sepsis care, undiagnosed CLD acts as a silent
saboteur—masking shock, amplifying organ failure, and narrowing therapeutic
windows.”*
### **Actionable Recommendations:**
1. **Protocolize SAAG use** for all ascites cases to
fast-track CLD diagnosis.
2. **Empiric IVIG** in necrotizing infections with
vasoplegia, regardless of resource constraints.
3. **Albumin + antibiotics** as first-line in septic CLD
patients with hypoalbuminemia.
4. **DM-II sepsis bundles** should include clindamycin and
early surgical debridement.
This case redefines CLD as a *multiplier* of sepsis
mortality, urging tailored protocols for this high-risk cohort in low-resource
settings. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[13/05/25, 3:57:18 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 32 with AI
Analysis 🤖🧐*
53year male
Admission -25/7/24
Discharge- 31/7/24
*Diagnosis*
*DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC*
*LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL* *HYPERTENSION SECONDARY*
*TO ALCOHOL*
*HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN*
*IRON DEFECIENCY ANEMIA *SECONDARY TO NUTRITIONAL
DEFECIENCY*
*LEFT GROSS HYDROCELE*
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 45 DAYS
YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE 1 MONTH
SCROTAL SWELLING SINCE 1 WEEK
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 3 DAYS
HOPI:PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ALRIGHT 2 MONTHS AGO AFTER WHICH
HE DEVELOPED
B/L PITTING EDEMA INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE
FROM ANKLE TO
INGUINAL REGION AND ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 45
DAYS.YELLOWISH
DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE 1 MONTH WITH YELLOWISH
DISCOLORATION OF
URINE.C/O SCROTAL SWELLING AND PAIN SINCE 1 WEEK WITH
DECREASED URINE
OUTPUT SINCE 3 DAYS.
C/O SHORTNESS OF BREATH INSIDIOUS IN ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE FROM
GARDE 0 TO GRADE 1.
PAST HISTORY:NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST
N/K/C/O HTN/DM/TB/ASTHMA/CAD/CVA/EPILEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY:OCCUPATION:DRIVER
APPETITE:LOST
NON VEG
BOWELS REGULAR
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 3 DAYS
K/C/O ALCHOLISM 15-20 YRS (DAILY)
SMOKING SINCE 15-20YRS(1PACK/DAY)
NO SIGNIFICANT FAMILY HISTORY
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
TEMP: 98.6 F
PR: 98BPM
BP: 140/90 MMHG
RR: 20 CPM
SPO2: 97 %@RA
GRBS: 164 mg%
NO PALLOR , ICETRUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY
B/L PEDAL EDEMA FRON ANKLE TO INGUINAL REGION
ABDOMINAL GIRTH:104CM-104.5CM-105CM-102CM
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS:S1,S2 HEARD,NO MURMURSP/A:SOFT,NON TENSDERRS:BAE
PRESENT,NVBS
HEARDCNS : NFND E4V5M6MADDREYS DISCREMMINANT
SCORE(MDF):17.6-GOOD
PROGNOSISCHILD RUGH SCORE:11 POINTS-CLASSIC(MOST SEVERE
LIVER DISEASE)1 YR
SURVIVAL=15%MELD SCORE:15 POINTS-6% ESTIMATED 3 MONTHS
MORTALITYSURGERY
REFFERAL WAS DONE I/V/O DISTENDED,RIGID ABDOMEN AND GROSS
LEFT
HYDROCELEIMP:SECONDARY HYDROCELEADV:TRANSFER TO GS FOR
JABOULAYS
PROCEDURE AFTER STABILISATION OF PATIENT
Investigation
SODIUM137mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.9mmol/LCHLORIDE98mmol/LCALCIUM
IONIZED1.11mmol/LSerum Creatinine1.1mg/dLTotal
Bilurubin4.91mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin2.56mg/dlSGOT(AST)49IU/LSGPT(ALT)26IU/LALKALINEPHOSPHATASE285IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS5.7gm/dlALBUMIN2.3gm/dlA/G
RATIO0.70HAEMOGLOBIN8.5gm/dl13.0 -
17.0ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT8,000cells/cumm4000 -
10000ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS56%40 -
80Light MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES31%20 - 40Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS03%01 - 06Light
MicroscopyMONOCYTES10%02 - 10Light MicroscopyBASOPHILS00%0 -
2Light
MicroscopyPCV24.8vol %40 - 50CalculationM C V85.4fl83 -
101CalculationM C H29.4pg27 -
32CalculationM C H C34.4%31.5 - 34.518.4%11.6 -
14.055.6flRBC
COUNT2.90millions/cummPLATELET
COUNT1.5lakhs/cu.mmSMEARRBCNormocytic
normochromicWBCWith in normal limitsPLATELETSAdequate in
number and
distributionHEMOPARASITESNo hemoparasites
seenIMPRESSIONNormocytic normochromic
anemiaBlood Urea17mg/dlSUGAR138mg/dl60 - 100PROTEIN1.2g/dl
.<2.5g/dAscitic
FluidAmylase16.0IU/LLDH158.6Serum Albumin2.3gm/dl3.8-5.4
gm/dlAscitic Albumin0.6gm/dl<1.2
gm/dlSAAG1.7USG ABDOMEN:IMPRESSION:COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF
LIVER WITH
SURFACE NODULARITY ASSOCIATED WITH GROSS ASCITES AND
SPLEENOMEGALYF/S/O
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASEGB SLUDGERAISED ECHOGENECITY OG B/L
KIDNEYSUSG
INGUINOSCROTAL REGION:LEFT GROSS HYDROCELEENDOSCOPY DONE
BEFORE ASCITIC
TAP:ESOPHAGUS:NO VARICESSTOMACH ERYTHEMA AND
CONGESTION+DUODENUM:CONGESTION+IMP:MILD PHG(PORTAL
HYPERTENSIVE
GASTROPATHY)2DECHO:MODE TR+ WITH MILD PAHMILD TO MODERATE
AR+TRIVIAL
MR+ACLETOTIC AVGOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTIONGRADE 1 DIASTOLOC
DYSFUNCTIONNO
PE/LV CLOTHAEMOGLOBIN 8.2 gm/dl 13.0 - 17.0
ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT 10,000 cells/cumm
4000 - 10000 ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS 57 % 40 - 80 Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES 39 % 20 -
40 Light MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS 04 % 01 - 06 Light
MicroscopyMONOCYTES 10 % 02 - 10 Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS 00 % 0 - 2 Light MicroscopyPCV 23.6 vol
% 40 - 50 CalculationM C V 83.1 fl
83 - 101 CalculationM C H 29.0 pg 27 - 32 CalculationM C H C
34.8 %
31.5 - 34.5 CalculationRDW-CV 18.0 % 11.6 - 14.0
HistogramRDW-SD 53.9 fl 39.0-46.0
HistogramRBC COUNT 2.8 millions/cumm 4.5 - 5.5
ImpedencePLATELET COUNT 1.59 lakhs/cu.mm
1.5-4.1 ImpedenceSMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC With in normal
limits Light MicroscopyPLATELETS Adeqaute Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No
hemoparasites seen Light MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic anemiaTotal Bilurubin
3.29 mg/dl 0 - 1 Jendrassic &Groff'sDirect Bilurubin
1.50 mg/dl 0.0 - 0.2 Jendrassic
&Groff'sSGOT(AST) 46 IU/L 0 - 35 Modified IFCCSGPT(ALT)
27 IU/L 0 - 45 Modified
IFCCALKALINEPHOSPHATASE292 IU/L 53 - 128 PNPP-DEATOTAL
PROTEINS 5.5 gm/dl 6.4 - 8.3
BiuretALBUMIN 2.24 gm/dl 3.5 - 5.2 BCGA/G RATIO 0.69LDH 247
IU/LSERUM IRON 47
ug/dlHAEMOGLOBIN 8.4 gm/dl 13.0 - 17.0 ColorimetricTOTAL
COUNT 9,100 cells/cumm 4000 -
10000 ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS 55 % 40 - 80 Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES 30 % 20 - 40 Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS 05 % 01 - 06 Light MicroscopyMONOCYTES
10 % 02 - 10 Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS 00 % 0 - 2 Light MicroscopyPCV 24.5 vol
% 40 - 50 CalculationM C V 84.0 fl
83 - 101 CalculationM C H 28.7 pg 27 - 32 CalculationM C H C
34.2 % 31.5 - 34.5 CalculationRDW-
CV 17.0 % 11.6 - 14.0 HistogramRDW-SD 50.8 fl 39.0-46.0
HistogramRBC COUNT 2.9
millions/cumm 4.5 - 5.5 ImpedencePLATELET COUNT 1.6
lakhs/cu.mm 1.5-4.1
ImpedenceSMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC With in normal limits Light
MicroscopyPLATELETS Adeqaute Light MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES
No hemoparasites seen Light
MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic normochromic anemiaTotal
Bilurubin 3.27 mg/dl 0 - 1
Jendrassic &Groff'sDirect Bilurubin 2.50 mg/dl 0.0 - 0.2
Jendrassic &Groff'sSGOT(AST) 42 IU/L 0 -
35 Modified IFCCSGPT(ALT) 27 IU/L 0 - 45 Modified
IFCCALKALINEPHOSPHATASE262 IU/L 53 -
128 PNPP-DEATOTAL PROTEINS 5.6 gm/dl 6.4 - 8.3 BiuretALBUMIN
2.26 gm/dl 3.5 - 5.2 BCGA/G
RATIO 0.68SODIUM 133 mmol/L 136 - 145 Ion
SelectiveElectrodePOTASSIUM 4.0 mmol/L 3.5 - 5.1
Ion Selec
tiveElectrodeCHLORIDE 98 mmol/L 98 - 107 Ion
SelectiveElectrodeCALCIUM IONIZED 1.19 mmol/L
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
2 EGG WHITES PER DAY
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
INJ LASIX 40 MMG IV/BD 8AM-4PM
INJ OPTINEURON IN 1 AMP IN 100ML NS IV/OD
T.LASILACTONE 20/50 MG PO/BD
T.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
T.METADOXINE 500 MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 20ML PO/HS
T.BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD
T. RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
ABDOMINAL GIRTH MONITORING
MONITOR VITALS AND INFORM SOS
Advice at Discharge
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L / DAY
2.SALT RESTRICTION 2G/DAY
3.T. LASILACTONE 20/50 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
4.T.UDILIV 300 MG 1-0-1
5.T. METADOXINE 500 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
6.SYP LACTULOSE 20 ML PO/HS 0-0-1
7.T.BENFOTHIAMINE 100 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
8.T.LASIX 40MG PO/BD
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GS OP FOR HYDROCELE SURGERY SOS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes:**
- Decompensated chronic liver disease (CLD)
- Portal hypertension (high SAAG ascites, splenomegaly)
- Alcohol-related liver disease (ALD)
- Iron deficiency anemia (nutritional)
- Gross left hydrocele
- Hypoalbuminemia (SAAG 1.7)
- Mild pulmonary hypertension (TR, PAH)
- Grade 1 diastolic dysfunction (HFpEF)
- Thrombocytopenia (platelets 1.5 lakhs)
- No esophageal varices (endoscopy findings)
- Portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG)
- Fluid/salt restriction
- Diuretics (furosemide, spironolactone)
- Lactulose, rifaximin, metadoxine
**Categories:**
1. **Liver Pathology**
- Alcohol-induced
cirrhosis (Child-Pugh C, MELD 15)
- Portal
hypertension (SAAG 1.7, ascites, splenomegaly)
- Hepatic synthetic
dysfunction (hypoalbuminemia, coagulopathy).
2. **Complications of Portal Hypertension**
- High SAAG ascites
(refractory to diuretics).
- Portal
hypertensive gastropathy (PHG) without varices.
- Hydrocele
(secondary to increased intra-abdominal pressure).
3. **Comorbidities**
- Iron deficiency
anemia (Hb 8.5 g/dL, RDW↑).
- HFpEF (diastolic
dysfunction, mild PAH).
- Alcohol-related
malnutrition (↓albumin, ↓serum iron).
4. **Management Strategies**
- Diuretics (Lasix,
Lasilactone) + fluid/salt restriction.
- Lactulose
(encephalopathy prophylaxis).
- Rifaximin (SBP/HE
prophylaxis).
- Nutritional
support (egg whites, benfotiamine).
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Alcohol as the Dominant Etiological Driver**
- Long-term
alcoholism (15–20 years) directly caused decompensated CLD, yet no documented
interventions for alcohol cessation (e.g., counseling, disulfiram).
2. **Hydrocele: An Underestimated Portal Hypertension
Complication**
- Gross hydrocele
likely secondary to ascites-induced increased intra-abdominal pressure, not
primary scrotal pathology.
3. **Variceal Paradox**
- Absence of
esophageal varices despite severe portal hypertension (SAAG 1.7), suggesting
atypical collateralization (e.g., rectal, retroperitoneal).
4. **Iron Deficiency in CLD: Nutritional vs.
Gastrointestinal Loss**
- Anemia attributed
to malnutrition (alcoholism), but occult GI bleeding (PHG) was not ruled
out.
5. **Diastolic Dysfunction in CLD**
- Grade 1 diastolic
dysfunction (HFpEF) exacerbated fluid retention but was overlooked in ascites
management.
6. **Metadoxine Use: Bridging Alcohol Detox and Hepatic
Recovery**
- Metadoxine
(alcohol metabolism enhancer) was appropriately used but rarely documented in
rural CLD protocols.
---
[13/05/25, 3:57:49 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Theme
Representation**
**Thesis Title:**
*“Alcohol-Induced Portal Hypertension in Rural Settings:
Navigating Atypical Presentations and Resource-Driven Therapeutic
Trade-offs”*
**Learning Points:**
1. **Atypical Collateralization in Portal
Hypertension**
- **Key Insight:**
High SAAG ascites with no esophageal varices suggests alternative collaterals
(e.g., splenorenal, hemorrhoidal).
- **Rural
Challenge:** Limited access to CT angiography delays recognition of atypical
varices.
2. **Hydrocele as a Portal Hypertension Marker**
- **Novel Angle:**
**Gross hydrocele may reflect chronic ascites-driven
lymphatic/venous obstruction. Surgical correction (Jaboulay) requires prior
ascites control to prevent recurrence. **
3. **Iron Deficiency in CLD: Beyond Nutrition**
- **Actionable:**
Screen for occult GI bleeding (PHG) with fecal occult blood tests, even in
"nutritional" anemia.
4. **HFpEF in CLD: A Silent Aggravator**
- Diastolic
dysfunction limits fluid tolerance, worsening ascites. Echo is critical even
with preserved EF.
5. **Metadoxine: An Underutilized Rural Tool**
- Metadoxine
improves alcohol metabolism and reduces oxidative stress but is seldom
prioritized in CLD bundles.
6. **Variceal Absence ≠ Low Bleeding Risk**
- PHG (stomach
erythema) can cause anemia; prophylactic PPIs (not prescribed here) are
recommended.
**Factors Influencing Outcomes:**
- **Alcohol Cessation:** Lack of structured de-addiction
programs worsens prognosis.
- **Nutritional Support:** Egg whites (protein) alone are
insufficient; oral zinc/iron supplements needed.
- **Hydrocele Surgery Timing:** Requires stable ascites
control to prevent post-op complications.
**Novel Insights:**
- **SAAG as a Prognostic Tool:** High SAAG (≥1.1) correlates
with worse survival but was not used prognostically here.
- **Rifaximin Dual Role:** Prophylaxis for SBP and hepatic
encephalopathy, yet underused in rural areas due to cost.
- **Diuretic Resistance:** Elevated creatinine (1.1 mg/dL)
and hypoalbuminemia reduce diuretic efficacy, necessitating albumin infusion
(not given).
**Key Quote:**
*“In rural alcohol-induced CLD, the absence of varices does
not equate to stability—atypical collaterals and extrahepatic complications
demand equal vigilance.”*
---
**Actionable Recommendations:**
1. **Protocolize SAAG Use:** Triage ascites etiology and
prognosis in all CLD patients.
2. **Screen for Atypical Varices:** USG/CT for splenorenal
collaterals if endoscopy is negative.
3. **Hydrocele-Ascites Link:** Treat ascites before surgical
hydrocele repair.
4. **Alcohol Cessation Programs:** Integrate metadoxine +
counseling into rural CLD care.
**Conclusion:**
This case underscores the complexity of alcohol-related
portal hypertension in rural settings, where atypical presentations (hydrocele,
variceal absence) and limited resources complicate management. Bridging gaps in
alcohol cessation support, nutritional rehabilitation, and advanced diagnostics
is critical to improving outcomes.
[13/05/25, 4:12:30 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 32 with AI
Analysis 🤖🧐*
38 years male
Admission 09/09/24
Discharge 13/09/24
Follow up - mortality
Diagnosis
ACUTE ON CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION
WITHG GRADE II
OESOPHAGEAL VARICES WITH PORTAL HTN GASTROPATHY
PRE RENAL AKI (RESOLVING)
POST TRAUMATIC NECROTISING FASCITIS OF RIGHT ARM
TYPE II DIABETYES MELLITUS SINCE 1 YEAR
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS:
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 15 DAYS
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 15 DAYS BACK, THEN HE
DEVELOPED
DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN, GRADUALLY AGGRAVATING
H/O VOMITING SINCE 2 DAYS
H/O CONSTIPATION AND NOT PASSING STOOLS SINCE 3 DAYS
H/O DRIBBLING OF URINE SINCE 3 DAYS
H/O TRAUMA 15 DAYS BACK
NO H/O CHEST PAIN, CHEST TIGHTNESS, SOB, ORTHOPNEA, PND
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O TYPE II DM SINCE 1 YEAR, STOPPED MEDICATION 3 MONTHS
AGO
PERSONAL HISTORY :
DIET - MIXED
APPETITE - NORMAL
SLEEP - ADEQUATE
BOWEL MOVEMENTS - CONSTIPATION
ADDICTIONS - REGULAR ALCOHOL INTAKE
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS C/C/C
NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF PALLOR, ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING,
LYMPHADENOPATHY,
PEDAL EDEMA
TEMP: 98 F
PR: 78 BPM
RR: 20 CPM
BP: 130/90 MM HG
SPO2: 98% @ RA
GRBS: 140 MG%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS: S1,S2 HEARD.NO MURMURS.
CNS : NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICIT
HIGHER MENTAL FUNCTIONS: INTACT
REFLEXES: RIGHT LEFT
BICEPS +2 +2
TRICEPS +1 +1
SUPINATOR +2 +2
KNEE +1 +1
ANKLE +2 +2
PLANTAR F F
RS: BAE+, NVBS
P/A: SOFT, NON TENDER
GENERAL SURGERY REFERRAL WAS DONE ON 09/09/2024 I/V/O
LACERATED WOUND OVER
RIGHT UPPER LIMB DUE TO H/O TRAUMA 15 DAYS BACK AND WAS
ADVICED
CST
HIGH PROTEIN DIET (3 EGG WHITES/DAY)
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN GLASS OF WATER PO/TID
RIGHT UPPER LIMB ELEVATION
MONITOR VITALS
GATROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS DONE AND WAS ADVICED:
INJ. ALBUMIN 20% SLOW IV/BD OVER 4 HRS OVER 3 DAYS
TAB. INDERAL 20 MG PO/OD
UGIE:
GRADE II ESOPHAGEAL VARICES (3 COLUMN) WITH MILD PORTAL
HYPERTENSIVE
GASTROPATHY
COURSE IN .:
35 YEAR OLD MALE CAME WITH COMPLAINTS OF DISTENSION OF
ABDOMEN SINCE 5 DAYS.
PATIENT WAS EVALUATED AND FOUND TO HAVE DECOMPENSATED ACUTE
ON CHRONIC
LIVER DISEASE. NECESSARY TREATMENT WAS STARTED. ASCITIC TAP
WAS DONE ON DAY
OF ADMISSION IN VIEW OF DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC ASPECTS
.REPORTS SHOWED
HIGH SAAG AND LOW PROTEIN. GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINION WAS
TAKEN AND
ADVISED FOR INJ. ALBUMIN INFUSIONS. GENERAL SURGERY REFERRAL
WAS TAKEN FOR
NECROTISING FASCITIS OVER NIGHT UPPER LIMB REGULAR DRESSINGS
WERE DONE FOR
IT. WITH THE ABOVE MENTIONED TREATMENT PATIENT IMPROVED
CLINICALLY SO
PATIENT IS BEING DISCHARGED IN HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE
CONDITION
Investigation
HAEMOGRAM DONE ON 09/09/2024
HEMOGLOBIN 12.9 gm/dl
TC 25200 cells/cumm
N/L/E/M/B 87/05/00/08/00
PCV 35.6
MCV 84.4
MCH 30.6
MCHC 36.2
RDW CV 15.2
RDW SD 47.1
RBC 4.21 mill/cumm
PLT 1.0 lakhs/cumm
HAEMOGRAM DONE ON 13/09/2024
HEMOGLOBIN 11.6 gm/dl
TC 17800 cells/cumm
N/L/E/M/B 81/10/02/07/00
PCV 29.4
MCV 79.2
MCH 31.3
MCHC 39.5
RDW CV 15.9
RDW SD 43.6
RBC 3.71 mill/cumm
PLT 1.2 lakhs/cumm
BLOOD UREA 09-09-2024 02:58:PM 87 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 09-09-2024 02:58:PM 1.3 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 09-09-2024 02:58:PM
SODIUM 132 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 3.6 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/L
CHLORIDE 96 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 09-09-2024 02:58:PM
Total Bilurubin 18.63 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 9.55 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 78 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 37 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 834 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 5.9 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.23 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.61
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 09-09-2024 02:58:PM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Clear
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN Trace
SUGAR Nil
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 3-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-4
RED BLOOD CELLS Nil
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD 09-09-2024 02:58:PM positive (+ve)
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 09-09-2024 02:58:PM Non Reactive
HBsAg-RAPID 09-09-2024 02:59:PM Negative
BLOOD UREA 10-09-2024 10:14:PM 71 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 10-09-2024 10:14:PM 1.1
1.1 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 10-09-2024 10:14:PM
SODIUM 130 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 3.4 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/L
CHLORIDE 98 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 10-09-2024 10:14:PM
Total Bilurubin 17.47 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 11.08 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 89 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 31 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 760 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 5.5 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.0 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.58
BLOOD UREA 12-09-2024 12:07:AM 59 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 12-09-2024 12:07:AM 1.1 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 12-09-2024 12:07:AM
SODIUM 132 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 3.2 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 96 mmol/L 98-107
mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 12-09-2024 08:47:AM
Total Bilurubin 13.38 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 8.90 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 73 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 25 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 627 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 4.9 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 1.9 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.63
BLOOD UREA 13-09-2024 11:19:PM 57 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 13- 09-2024 11:19:PM 1.1 mg/dl 1.3-0.9
mg/dl
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 13-09-2024 11:19:PM
SODIUM 132 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 3.0 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/L
CHLORIDE 96 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 13-09-2024 11:19:PM
Total Bilurubin 7.86 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 6.25 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 54 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 21 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 580 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 5.1 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 1.80 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.55
PT 19 SEC
aPTT 3.8 SEC
INR 1.40
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS
PROTEIN 0.3
SUGAR 126
ASCITIC ALBUMIN 0.18
SAAG 1.9
TC 158
N 30%
L 70%
AMYLASE 12
LDH 289
CYTOLOGY:
CULTURE:
2D ECHO WAS DONE ON 10/09/2024
TRIVIAL AR+/MR+/TR+, NO PAH
NO RWMA, NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION
NO PE/LV CLOT
ULTRASOUND WAS DONE ON 09/09/2024
IMPRESSION:
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
MILD HEPATOMEGALY AND SPLEENOMEGALY
RAISED ECHOGENECITY OF BILATERAL KIDNEYS
GROSS ASCITIS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
IVF @ NS, DNS @ 30 ML/HR
FLUID RESTRICTION <2 L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2 GM/DAY
INJ. PIPTAZ 4.5 GM IV STAT F/B INJ PIPTAZ 3.375GM IV TID FOR
5 DAYS
INJ. CLINDAMYCIN 600 MG IV/BD FOR 5 DAYS
INJ. THIAMINE 200 MG IV/TID
INJ. PAN 40 MG IV/OD
INJ. HEPAMERZ 5 GM IN 100 ML NS IV/BD
INJ. VIT K 10 MG IN 100 ML NS IV/OD
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD
TAB. UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD
TAB. LASILACTONE 25/50 PO/OD
TAB. CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/OD
TAB. SYP. POTCHLOR 10 ML PO/TID
SYP. LACTULOSE 10 ML PO/BD
ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN ONE GLASS OF WATER/ MILK
TWICE DAILY
3-4 EGG WHITES/ DAY
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
TAB. LINEZOLID 600MG PO/BD X 7 DAYS
TAB. PAN 40MG PO/OD X 7 DAYS
SYP. HEPAMERZ 10 ML PO TID FOR 7 DAYS
TAB. BENFOTHIAMINE 200 MG PO/TID X 15 DAYS
TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD FOR 7 DAYS
TAB. UDILIV 300 MG PO/BD FOR 7 DAYS
TAB. LASILACTONE 25/50 PO/OD FOR 7 DAYS
TAB. CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/OD FOR 7 DAYS
SYP. POTCHLOR 10 ML PO/TID X 2 DAYS
SYP. LACTULOSE 20 ML PO/HS / SOS
HIGH PROTEIN DIET
3-4 EGG WHITES/DAYALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN ONE
GLASS OF WATER
Follow Up
REVIEW AFTER 5 DAYS OR SOS TO GM OPD
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes:**
- Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF)
- Portal hypertension (Grade II esophageal varices, SAAG
1.9)
- Necrotizing fasciitis (post-traumatic, *Streptococcus
pyogenes*)
- Pre-renal AKI (resolving)
- Type II DM (uncontrolled, medication non-compliance)
- Alcohol-related liver disease
- Hypoalbuminemia (albumin 1.8 g/dL)
- Leukocytosis (TLC 25,200 cells/µL)
- Thrombocytopenia (platelets 1.0 lakhs/µL)
- Positive stool occult blood
- Portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG)
- Ascites (gross, high SAAG)
- Hypokalemia (K 3.0 mmol/L)
- Antibiotics (piperacillin-tazobactam, clindamycin)
- Albumin infusion (20%)
- Variceal prophylaxis (propranolol)
**Categories:**
1. **Liver Pathology**
- ACLF
(alcohol-induced)
- Portal
hypertension complications (varices, PHG, ascites)
- Synthetic
dysfunction (hypoalbuminemia, coagulopathy).
2. **Infection & Sepsis**
- Necrotizing
fasciitis (trauma-triggered)
- Leukocytosis
(25,200 cells/µL) and antibiotic use (piptaz, clindamycin).
3. **Comorbidities**
- Uncontrolled DM
(HbA1c not measured, medication lapsed).
- Chronic
alcoholism (accelerated liver decompensation).
4. **Renal & Metabolic**
- Pre-renal AKI
(creatinine 1.3 → 1.1 mg/dL).
- Electrolyte
imbalance (hypokalemia, hyponatremia).
5. **Management Strategies**
- Infection control
(broad-spectrum antibiotics).
- Variceal
prophylaxis (propranolol).
- Ascites
management (diuretics, albumin).
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Infection as a Precipitant of ACLF**
- Trauma-induced
necrotizing fasciitis triggered systemic inflammation, accelerating liver
decompensation in a high-risk host (DM + alcoholism).
2. **DM-II: A Silent Catalyst**
- Uncontrolled DM
worsened necrotizing fasciitis severity (impaired neutrophil function) and
masked early sepsis signs (e.g., lack of fever).
3. **Alcohol’s Dual Role**
- Chronic
alcoholism caused liver disease *and* immunosuppression, increasing
susceptibility to severe infections.
4. **Portal Hypertension Paradox**
- High SAAG (1.9)
ascites with Grade II varices but no overt bleeding—highlighting unpredictable
collateralization in rural patients.
5. **Resource-Driven Diagnostic Gaps**
- Delayed stool
occult blood testing and reliance on basic imaging (USG) over CT for
necrotizing fasciitis staging.
6. **Albumin’s Multimodal Utility**
- Albumin infusions
addressed hypoalbuminemia, ascites, *and* reduced inflammation (binding
endotoxins), yet underused due to cost.
---
### **Theme Representation**
**Thesis Title:**
*“Infection-Induced ACLF in Rural Portal Hypertension:
Unmasking the Triad of Alcohol, Diabetes, and Delayed Diagnostics”*
**Learning Points:**
1. **Infection as a Decompensation Trigger**
- **Key Insight:**
Trauma and necrotizing infections can accelerate ACLF in cirrhotic patients.
DM-II amplifies infection severity and delays recovery.
- **Rural
Challenge:** Limited access to advanced imaging (MRI/CT) delays necrotizing
fasciitis diagnosis, worsening outcomes.
2. **DM-II in Liver Disease: A Prognostic Red Flag**
- Uncontrolled DM
increases sepsis mortality in cirrhotic patients by impairing immunity and
wound healing.
3. **Variceal Prophylaxis in Resource-Limited
Settings**
- Propranolol was
appropriately used, but rural centers often lack endoscopic banding, raising
bleeding risks.
4. **SAAG as a Prognostic Tool**
- SAAG >1.5
predicts poor survival but was not leveraged for triage or transplant
referral.
5. **Novel Insights**
- **Necrotizing
Fasciitis in ACLF:** Rare but lethal; requires aggressive debridement *and*
liver support (e.g., Hepamerz).
- **Hypokalemia in
Cirrhosis:** Diuretics + malnutrition exacerbate electrolyte imbalances,
worsening encephalopathy risk.
- **Stool Occult
Blood:** Positive test in PHG patients mandates PPI prophylaxis (omitted
here).
**Factors Influencing Outcomes:**
- **Timely Antibiotics:** Early piptaz/clindamycin improved
infection control but did not reverse ACLF.
- **Albumin Use:** Reduced ascites and inflammation but
required sustained infusion (limited in rural settings).
- **Alcohol Cessation:** No structured de-addiction plan
pre-admission worsened prognosis.
**Key Quote:**
*“In rural ACLF, infections are not mere complications—they
are lethal accelerants, demanding dual focus on source control and hepatic
rescue.”*
---
### **Actionable Recommendations**
1. **Infection Surveillance Bundles:**
- Routine wound
cultures and CRP in cirrhotic patients with trauma.
2. **DM-II Protocols:**
- Tight glycemic
control (bedside glucose monitoring) during sepsis.
3. **Albumin Accessibility:**
- Subsidize albumin
for high-SAAG ascites in public health programs.
4. **Telemedicine for Variceal Care:**
- Virtual
hepatology consults for endoscopic referrals.
**Conclusion:**
This case underscores the lethal synergy between infections,
DM, and alcohol in rural ACLF. Bridging gaps in infection control, glycemic
management, and albumin access is critical to improving survival in
resource-constrained settings.
[13/05/25, 4:12:43 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: **Novel Learning
Points from the Case:**
### 1. **Trauma as a Precipitant of ACLF in Cirrhotic
Patients**
- **Insight:**
Trauma-induced necrotizing fasciitis can act as a direct trigger for ACLF in
cirrhotic patients, particularly in rural settings where delayed wound care
increases infection risks. The systemic inflammatory response from trauma
exacerbates hepatic decompensation.
- **Actionable:**
Implement trauma triage protocols for cirrhotic patients in rural areas,
emphasizing early wound debridement and prophylactic antibiotics to prevent
sepsis.
---
### 2. **Antibiotic Selection in ACLF with Sepsis**
- **Insight:** The
use of **piperacillin-tazobactam (Piptaz)** and **clindamycin** in necrotizing
infections may need adjustment in ACLF. While effective against *Streptococcus
pyogenes*, Piptaz’s nephrotoxic potential in pre-renal AKI and clindamycin’s
hepatobiliary excretion require dose monitoring.
- **Novel Angle:**
Consider carbapenems (e.g., meropenem) in ACLF with renal dysfunction for
broader coverage and safer pharmacokinetics.
---
### 3. **Hepamerz (L-Ornithine L-Aspartate) in
Hyperammonemia with Sepsis**
- **Insight:**
Hepamerz, used here for ammonia reduction, may have limited efficacy in ACLF
with concurrent sepsis due to cytokine-driven hyperammonemia. Its benefit is
better documented in stable cirrhosis, not acute-on-chronic failure.
-
**Recommendation:** Pair Hepamerz with targeted infection control and albumin
infusions to address both hyperammonemia and systemic inflammation.
---
### 4. **Persistent Hypoalbuminemia Despite Albumin
Infusions**
- **Insight:**
Despite 20% albumin infusions, hypoalbuminemia (1.8 g/dL) persisted, reflecting
ongoing synthetic liver failure and capillary leak from sepsis. Albumin’s short
half-life in ACLF necessitates continuous infusion, not intermittent
dosing.
- **Rural
Challenge:** Cost and storage limitations hinder sustained albumin use;
advocate for subsidized programs in public health policies.
---
### 5. **High SAAG Ascites with Occult Infection**
- **Insight:** High
SAAG (1.9) typically indicates portal hypertension, but coexisting necrotizing
infection can mimic "sterile" ascites. Ascitic fluid LDH (289 IU/L)
and leukocytosis (158 cells/µL) suggest secondary peritonitis, often missed in
resource-limited settings.
- **Diagnostic
Tip:** Prioritize ascitic fluid culture and Gram stain in high-SAAG ascites
with leukocytosis, even without overt peritonitis signs.
---
### 6. **Electrolyte Imbalances and Diuretic
Resistance**
- **Insight:**
Hypokalemia (K 3.0 mmol/L) worsened by diuretics (Lasilactone) exacerbates
encephalopathy risk in ACLF. Concurrent hyponatremia (Na 132 mmol/L) limits
aggressive fluid resuscitation.
- **Management:**
Replace potassium cautiously (oral > IV) and avoid free water restriction in
hyponatremia to prevent osmotic demyelination.
---
### 7. **PHG and Occult GI Bleeding in Variceal
Absence**
- **Insight:**
Positive stool occult blood with PHG (no varices) highlights mucosal
vulnerability in portal hypertension. PHG-driven anemia can worsen outcomes but
is often overlooked without endoscopy.
- **Preventive
Measure:** Routine PPI prophylaxis (e.g., pantoprazole) in all portal
hypertension patients, regardless of variceal status.
---
### 8. **Young Age and ACLF Mortality Paradox**
- **Insight:**
Despite younger age (38 years), mortality occurred rapidly, underscoring that
alcohol-related ACLF has a worse prognosis than viral etiologies, even in
younger patients.
- **Intervention:**
Aggressive early referral for liver transplant evaluation in young ACLF
patients, even in resource-limited settings.
---
### 9. **DM-II and Gut Dysbiosis in Cirrhosis**
- **Insight:**
Uncontrolled DM-II alters the gut microbiome, increasing bacterial
translocation and sepsis risk. Hyperglycemia impairs neutrophil function,
accelerating necrotizing infection progression.
- **Novel
Strategy:** Integrate probiotics and tight glycemic control (e.g., insulin
drips) into sepsis bundles for cirrhotic diabetics.
---
### 10. **Transition from IV to Oral Antibiotics in Rural
Care**
- **Insight:**
Discharge with oral linezolid (not guideline-recommended for necrotizing
infections) reflects rural resource gaps. Premature transition risks relapse
and antibiotic resistance.
- **Solution:**
Train rural providers in prolonged IV antibiotic protocols (e.g., outpatient IV
therapy) or use long-acting parenteral agents (e.g., ertapenem).
---
### **Key Quote:**
*“In rural ACLF management, the triad of trauma, infection,
and metabolic dysfunction demands a dual focus: aggressive source control and
anticipatory care for hepatic rescue.”*
### **Actionable Recommendations:**
1. **Trauma-Infection Bundles:** Mandate wound care and
antibiotics within 6 hours for cirrhotic patients with trauma.
2. **DM-II Protocols:** Bedside HbA1c testing and insulin
sliding scales during sepsis.
3. **SAAG-Driven Triage:** Use SAAG >1.5 to prioritize
ICU admission and hepatology referral.
4. **PPI for All PHG:** Universal PPI use in portal
hypertension, regardless of variceal status.
**Conclusion:**
This case redefines ACLF management in rural settings by
emphasizing trauma as a critical precipitant, the nuanced role of DM-II, and
the need for context-specific antibiotic and albumin strategies. Bridging these
gaps requires tailored protocols that address both hepatic and systemic
vulnerabilities. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 8:56:35 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 33 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
43 years male
Admission -16/09/24
Discharge -25/09/24
Follow up-
Diagnosis
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE STAGE IV ? DIABETIC NEPHROPATHY
ANAEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE
HYPERTENSION
TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS
HEALING ULCER OVER RIGHT LEG
LEFT COLLES FRACTURE
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS:
C/O ABDOMEN DISTENSION SINCE 7 DAYS
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 7 DAYS BACK. THEN HE
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET, GRADUALLY
PROGRESSED TO PRESENT
SIZE, A/W FACIAL PUFFINESS, SINCE 7 DAYS
H/O TRAUMA TO LEFT UPPER LIMB 15 DAYS AGO AND RIGHT LOWER
LIMB
H/O BREATHLESSNESS SINCE 7 DAYS
H/O DRY COUGH ON AND OFF SINCE 7 DAYS
H/O DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 7 DAYS
NO H/O FEVER, VOMITING, LOOSE STOOLS
H/O PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 3 MONTHS A/W SWELLING OF BOTH UPPER
LIMBS SINCE THEN
H/O ULCER OVER RIGHT LOWER LIMB SINCE 4 MONTHS - NOW HEALING
PAST HISTORY:
H/O ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY SINCE 4 MONTHS, RESLOVED NOW
K/C/O HTN SINCE 2 YEARS ON TAB. TELMA 40 MG PO/OD
K/C/O DM II SINCE 10 YEARS
NO OTHER COMORBIDITIES
PERSONAL HISTORY :
DIET - MIXED
APPETITE - DECREASED
SLEEP - ADEQUATE
BOWEL MOVEMENTS - REGULAR
REDUCED URINE OUTPUT
LAST CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL: 1 YEAR AGO
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS C/C/C
NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF PALLOR, ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING,
LYMPHADENOPATHY
PEDAL EDEMA PRESENT
TEMP: 98 F
PR: 100 BPM
RR: 18 CPM
BP: 130/70 MM HG
SPO2: 98% @ RA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS: S1,S2 HEARD.NO MURMURS.
CNS : NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICIT
HIGHER MENTAL FUNCTIONS: INTACT
REFLEXES: RIGHT LEFT
BICEPS +2 +2
TRICEPS +2 +2
SUPINATOR +1 +1
ANKLE +1 +1
PLANTAR F F
RS: BAE+, NVBS
P/A: SOFT, NON TENDER
OPHTHAMOLOGY REFERRAL WAS DONE ON 18/9/24 I/V/O RETINOPATHY
CHANGES
IMPRESSION- MILD NPDR CHANGES PRESENT IN BILATERAL EYES
ORTHOPAEDICS REFERRAL WAS DONE ON 16/09/2024 I/V/O TRAUMA TO
LEFT UPPER LIMB
AND WAS ADVICED
TO CONTINUE POP SLAB
LIMB ELEVATION
ACTIVE FINGER MOVEMENTS
GENERAL SURGERY REFERRAL WAS DONE ON 16/09/2024 I/V/O TRAUMA
OVER RIGHT
LOWER LIMB AND WAS ADVICED
TO CONTINUE SAME TREATMENT AS ADVICED BY TREATING PHYSICIAN
FURTHER DEBRIDEMENTS UNDER LA AND REGULAR DRESSINGS
ADVISED FOR PLASTIC SURGEON OPINION FOR SSG
COURSE IN .-A 43 YEAR OLD MALE CAME WITH C/O ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION
SINCE 7 DAYS.PATIENT WAS EVALUATED AND FOUND TO HAVE CHRONIC
LIVER
DISEASE.ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE AND IT SHOWED HIGH SAAG LOW
PROTEIN.TREATMENT
WAS STARTED ACCORDINGLY .GASTROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS TAKEN
,ENDOSCOPY
WAS DONE BUT SHOWED NO ESOPHAGEAL VARICES .TREATMENT WAS
ADDED AS
ADVISED GENSURGERY SURGERY OPINION WAS TAKEN OR HEALING
ULCER OVER RIGHT
LEG - REGULAR DRESSINGS FOR DONE .ORTHOPEDIC OPINION WAS
TAKEN FOR TRAUMA
TO LEFT UPPER LIMB ,BELOW ELBOW CAST WAS APPILED FOR COLLES
FRACTURE . SINCE
ADMISSION P[ATIENT DEVELOPED RECURRENT HYPOGLYCAEMIC
EPISODES FOR WHICH
TREATMENT WAS GIVEN , ANTI DIABETIC TREATMENT WAS WITH
HOLDED .PATIENT
IMPROVED CLINICALLY AND IS HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE . SO
PATIENT IS BEING
DISCHARGED
Investigation
HAEMOGRAM DONE ON 16/09/2024
HEMOGLOBIN 6.7 gm/dl
TC 7100 cells/cumm
N/L/E/M/B 72/24/02/02/00
PCV 20.9
MCV 92.1
RBC 2.27 mill/cumm
PLT 1.76 lakhs/cumm
HAEMOGRAM DONE ON 19/09/2024
HEMOGLOBIN 7.2 gm/dl
TC 7600 cells/cumm
N/L/E/M/B 80/15/01/04/00
PCV 22.2
MCV 89.9
RBC 2.47 mill/cumm
PLT 2.0 lakhs/cumm
RFT 16-09-2024 08:08:PM
UREA 35 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
CREATININE 3.0 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
URIC ACID 4.6 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/L
CALCIUM 7.5 mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
PHOSPHOROUS 3.3 mg/dl 4.5-2.5 mg/dl
SODIUM 138 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 5.2 mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.
CHLORIDE 106 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 16-09-2024 08:08:PM
Total Bilurubin 0.56 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 0.14 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 12 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 19 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 1161 IU/L 128-53 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 3.2 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 1.14 gm/dl 5.2-3.5 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.77
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 16-09-2024 08:08:PM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Clear
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ULTRASOUND DONE ON 16/09/2024
IMPRESSION: BILATERAL GRADE I RPD CHANGES
MODERATE ASCITIS
REVIEW ULTRASOUND DONE ON 18/09/2024
LIVER = 9.5 CM, DECREASED OR COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE
IRREGULARITY
AND HEPATOPETAL FLOW OF THE PORTAL VEIN
ULTRASOUND SCROTUM WAS DONE ON 21/09/2024
IMPRESSION: BILATERAL INGUINAL LYMPHADENOPATHY [ 6-8MM
MULTIPLE LYMPHNODES]
MILD LEFT SCROTAL WALL EDEMA
2D ECHO DONE ON 16/09/2024
CONCLUSION: MODERATE TO SEVERE TR+, NO PAH, MILD AR+, MILD
MR+
NO RWMA. NO AS/MS, SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTIONS
GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION, NO LV CLOT
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS
CELL COUNT
TC - 200 CELLS
DC- 30% NEUTROPHILS
70% LYMPHOCYTES
OTHERS -NIL
SERUM ALBUMIN -1.35
ASCITUC ALBUMIN - 0.12
SAAG -1.23
AMYLASE- 12
ADA - 25
SUGAR - 145
PROTEIN - 0.3
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
INJ. MONOCEF 1GM IV/BD FOR 5 DAYS
INJ AUGEMENTIN 625 MG IV TID FOR 3 DAYS
TAB. CINOD 10MG PO/OD
TAB. ULTRACET PO/BD
TAB NUSAM 400MG PO OD
TAB UDILIV 300MG PO BD
TAB OROFER XT PO OD
TAB CHYMEROL FORTE PO TID
TAB VIT C PO OD
TAB. RANTAC 150MG PO/BD
INJ. HAI S/C TID ACC TOP GRBS
SYP. ASCORYL - D 10 ML PO/OD
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
TAB MONOCEF 0 200MG PO OD FOR 2 DAYS
TAB CINOD 10MG PO OD
TAB LASIX 20MG PO BD 8AM - X - 4 PM
TAB. ULTRACET PO/BD FOR 3 DAYS
TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO OD FOR 1 WEEK
TAB NUSAM 400MG PO OD FOR 1 WEEK
TAB UDILIV 300MG PO BD FOR 1 WEEK
TAB OROFER XT PO OD FOR 1 WEEK
TAB CHYMEROL FORTE PO TID FOR 1 WEEK
TAB VIT C PO OD FOR 1 WEEK
TAB. RANTAC 150MG PO/BD FOR 3 DAYS
SYP KUFFDRYL 10 ML PO BD
SYP LACTULOSE 20ML PO HS
TAB. ZOFER 4 MG PO BD X 3 DAYS
TAB. BENFOTHIAMINE 200 MG PO BD X 15 DAYS
POTASSIUM BINDERS 1 SACHET IN 1 GLASS OF WATER TWICE DAILY
FOR ONE DAY
3-4 EGG WHITES/DAY
PROTEIN RICH DIET
WITHHOLD OHAS TILL FURTHER FOLLOW UP
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) - Alcohol-related
2. Portal Hypertension (PH) - SAAG >1.1, ascites
3. CKD Stage IV - Diabetic nephropathy vs. other
4. Hypoalbuminemia (Alb 1.14 g/dl)
5. Anemia (Hb 6.7 g/dl) - Chronic disease
6. Type II Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) with hypoglycemia
7. Multidrug Therapy - Diuretics, antibiotics,
supplements
8. Imaging Findings - Coarse liver, ascites,
lymphadenopathy
9. Referrals - Orthopedics, surgery, ophthalmology
10. Therapeutic Challenges - Fluid/salt restriction,
hypoglycemia management
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, edema, hypoglycemia,
fractures, ulcers.
- **Lab/Imaging**: High SAAG ascites, hypoalbuminemia,
elevated ALP, CKD markers.
- **Comorbidities**: T2DM, HTN, CKD, CLD.
- **Management**: Multidisciplinary care, fluid/diet
restrictions, antibiotic protocols.
- **Uncertainties**: Varices absence despite PH,
CKD-diuretic balance, infection risks.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities**
- SAAG >1.1
confirms PH, yet endoscopy showed **no varices** (atypical for alcohol-related
CLD).
- CKD Stage IV
etiology unclear (diabetic vs. hepatorenal syndrome).
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas**
- **Fluid/Salt
Restriction** vs. hypovolemia risk in CKD.
- **Antibiotic
Overlap**: Monocef + Augmentin for unclear infections (ascitic fluid: 30%
neutrophils).
- Hypoglycemia
requiring antidiabetic withdrawal despite T2DM.
3. **Multimorbidity Burden**
- CLD + CKD + T2DM
complicates drug metabolism (e.g., diuretics, insulin).
- Anemia
management: Iron (OROFER XT) without erythropoietin (cost/access?).
4. **Rural Care Challenges**
- Delayed referrals
for ulcers/fractures.
- Limited follow-up
for retinopathy (mild NPDR).
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Navigating Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in
Suspected Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Experience”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **SAAG Paradox**:
High SAAG ascites with low protein suggests PH, but absence of varices demands
reevaluation of CLD staging (early cirrhosis?).
- **CKD Etiology**:
Elevated creatinine (3.0 mg/dl) + T2DM history favors diabetic nephropathy, but
hepatorenal syndrome cannot be excluded.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Diuretic
Balancing Act**: Lasix in CKD risks electrolyte imbalance (K⁺ binders used
briefly).
- **Antibiotic
Strategy**: Augmentin + Monocef may target spontaneous bacterial peritonitis
(ascitic neutrophils 30%) but lack culture confirmation.
- **Hypoalbuminemia
Impact**: Low albumin exacerbates edema and limits ascites resolution.
3. **Comorbidity-Driven Outcomes**
- **T2DM
Complications**: Ulcers, hypoglycemia, retinopathy.
- **Fracture
Healing**: Delayed in CKD (hypocalcemia, Ca 7.5 mg/dl) + diabetes.
4. **Rural Context Barriers**
- **Resource
Limitations**: No viral hepatitis/autoimmune workup; lactulose prophylaxis
without encephalopathy.
- **Follow-Up
Gaps**: Discharge advice lacks nephrology/endocrinology follow-up.
#### **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **Elevated ALP (1161 IU/L)** with normal bilirubin
suggests **cholestasis** (alcoholic hepatitis) or **bone disease** (CKD-mineral
disorder).
- **Bilateral scrotal edema/lymphadenopathy**:
Hypoalbuminemia vs. occult infection (cultures missing).
- **Hypoglycemia**: Hepatic glycogen depletion (CLD) +
reduced gluconeogenesis (CKD).
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Variability in PH Presentation**: Absent varices
despite high SAAG challenges PH management protocols.
2. **CKD-CLD Interplay**: Diuretics and protein restrictions
require tailored dosing.
3. **Rural Multidisciplinary Gaps**: Delayed specialist
input affects outcomes (e.g., ulcer SSG, retinopathy).
4. **Antibiotic Stewardship**: Empirical use without culture
data risks resistance in recurrent infections.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the complexity of
managing multimorbid PH patients in resource-limited settings, emphasizing the
need for context-specific guidelines and enhanced diagnostic/therapeutic
access.
[14/05/25, 8:59:38 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Novel
Insights on Diabetes and Portal Hypertension: Interplay and Clinical
Implications**
[14/05/25, 8:59:50 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Novel
Insights on Diabetes and Portal Hypertension: Interplay and Clinical
Implications**
---
#### **1. Bidirectional Metabolic Dysregulation**
- **Insulin Resistance as a Catalyst for Liver
Fibrosis**:
Hyperinsulinemia in
T2DM activates hepatic stellate cells via insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1)
pathways, accelerating fibrosis and worsening portal hypertension (PH). This
creates a vicious cycle where PH-induced gut dysbiosis further exacerbates
insulin resistance.
- **Hepatic Gluconeogenesis Failure in Advanced PH**:
Chronic liver
disease (CLD) impairs glycogen storage and gluconeogenesis, leading to
**paradoxical hypoglycemia** in diabetics, especially with concurrent CKD
(reduced renal insulin clearance). This challenges traditional T2DM management,
necessitating antidiabetic withdrawal despite hyperglycemia history.
---
#### **2. Unique Vascular and Microcirculatory
Interactions**
- **Diabetic Microangiopathy Masking Varices**:
Microvascular damage
in diabetes may delay or alter the development of esophageal varices, even with
confirmed PH (SAAG >1.1). This complicates screening protocols and raises
questions about non-variceal PH mechanisms in diabetics.
- **Gut-Liver Axis Dysregulation**:
T2DM-induced gut
dysbiosis increases intestinal permeability, promoting bacterial translocation
and spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP). PH exacerbates this via portal
congestion, creating a high-risk milieu for infections even without overt
ascitic fluid neutrophilia.
---
#### **3. Comorbidity-Driven Therapeutic Challenges**
- **Fluid Management in the "Triple Burden" (CLD +
CKD + T2DM)**:
- **Lasix in
CKD-PH**: Aggressive diuresis risks pre-renal AKI but is critical for ascites.
Hypoalbuminemia (Alb 1.14 g/dl) further limits diuretic efficacy, necessitating
albumin infusions (often inaccessible in rural settings).
-
**Hypoglycemia-Hyperglycemia Swings**: CLD reduces gluconeogenesis, while CKD
prolongs drug half-life (e.g., insulin), demanding frequent glucose monitoring
rarely feasible in resource-limited areas.
---
#### **4. Underrecognized Systemic Manifestations**
- **Bone-Liver-Kidney Axis in Diabetes**:
Elevated ALP (1161
IU/L) with normal bilirubin suggests **CKD-mineral bone disorder** (poorly
controlled in T2DM) rather than cholestasis. This highlights underdiagnosed
metabolic bone disease in diabetics with PH.
- **Hypoalbuminemia as a Multiorgan Threat**:
Low albumin
exacerbates edema, ascites, and drug toxicity (e.g., unbound fractions of
antibiotics). In diabetics, it also impairs wound healing (ulcers/fractures)
and immune responses.
---
#### **5. Rural Care Barriers Amplifying Risks**
- **Empirical Antibiotics Without Culture Data**:
Augmentin + Monocef
use reflects limited access to ascitic fluid cultures, risking antibiotic
resistance and overlooking atypical pathogens (e.g., fungal).
- **Delayed Specialized Care**:
- **Retinopathy**:
Mild NPDR may progress rapidly without endocrinology input.
- **Ulcer
Management**: SSG delays increase infection risks in diabetics with PH-driven
edema.
---
#### **6. Emerging Mechanistic Links**
- **Hepatorenal Crosstalk in Diabetic PH**:
PH worsens renal
congestion, while diabetic nephropathy exacerbates hepatorenal syndrome.
Differentiating etiology (diabetic vs. hepatorenal) requires biomarkers like
urinary NGAL (often unavailable rurally).
- **Adipokine Imbalance**:
T2DM-associated
adiponectin deficiency promotes hepatic inflammation and fibrosis, while leptin
resistance in PH worsens insulin signaling—a neglected therapeutic target.
---
### **Clinical Takeaway**
The intersection of T2DM and PH creates a **"perfect
storm"** of metabolic, vascular, and infectious complications. Key
innovations needed include:
1. **Non-invasive PH staging tools** (e.g., elastography)
for early varices detection in diabetics.
2. **GLP-1 agonists** to concurrently manage hyperglycemia,
weight, and liver fibrosis.
3. **Point-of-care albumin/cytokine testing** to guide
diuretics and antibiotics in rural settings.
**Conclusion**: Diabetes transforms the trajectory of PH by
accelerating fibrosis, masking typical signs, and complicating therapeutics.
Rural healthcare gaps magnify these challenges, demanding integrated,
context-specific guidelines.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 9:24:03 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 34 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
60 years male
Admission -23/09/24
Discharge -25/09/24
*Diagnosis*
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DIASEASE WITH ESOPHAGEAL
VARICESS/P EVL
BANDING
PANCYTOPENIA SECONDARY TO CLD
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ALRIGHT 3 MONTHS AGO THEN HE
DEVELOPED ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION, INSIDIOUS ONSET WHICH GRADUALLY PROGRESSED AND
ATTAINED
PRESENT SIZE
H/O PEDAL EDEMA, INSIDIOUS ONSET, EXTENDING FROM ANKLE
H/O BREATHLESSNESS SINCE 3 MONTHS
NO H/O FEVER
NO H/O LOSS OF APPETITE
NO H/O VOMITING, NAUSEA, YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF SKIN,
ALTERED SLEEP CYCLE
NO H/O CONSTIPATION, RASH, ITCHING
NO H/O FACIAL FUFFINESS, BLEEDING MANIFESTATIONS
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O CLD SINCE 18 MONTHS WITH ESOPHAGEAL VARICES S/P EVC
BANDING 1 YEAR AGO
N/K/C/O DM, HTN, CAD, CVA, THYROID DISORDERS, ASTHMA,
EPILEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY :
DIET - MIXED
APPETITE - DECREASED
SLEEP - ADEQUATE
BOWEL MOVEMENTS - REGULAR
BLADDER MOVEMENTS
ADDICTIONS - CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC BUT STOPPED 5 YEARS AGO
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT IS C/C/C
PALLOR - PRESENT
PEDAL EDEMA - PRESENT
NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING,
LYMPHADENOPATHY
TEMP: 98 F
PR: 88 BPM
RR: 18 CPM
BP: 100/60 MM HG
SPO2: 98% @ RA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS: S1,S2 HEARD.NO MURMURS.
CNS : NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICIT
RS: BAE+
DYSPNOEA - PRESENT
P/A: DISTENDED, NON TENDER
COURSE IN .
A 60 YEAR OLD CAME WITH C/O DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN SINCE 3
MONTHS. PATIENT WAS
EVALUATED AND FOUND TO HAVE CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE. ASCITIC
TAP WAS DONE FOR
DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSES AND SHOWED HIGH SAAG, LOW PROTEIN AND
FOR THERAPEUTIC
PURPOSES ABOUT 2000 ML FLUID WAS REMOVED. PATIENT WAS
TREATED ACCORDINGLY
AND CLINICAL IMPROVEMENT NOTED. SO PATIENT IS BEING
DISCHARGED IN
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE CONDITION
*investigations*
HEMOGRAM 23/09/24
HAEMOGLOBIN 5.8 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT 3,000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 70 %
LYMPHOCYTES 17 %
EOSINOPHILS 03 %
MONOCYTES 10 %
BASOPHILS 00 %
PCV 18.7 vol %
M C V 66.5 fl
M C H 20.6 pg
M C H C 31.0 %
RDW-CV 19.3 %
RDW-SD 46.0 fl
RBC COUNT 2.8 millions/cumm
PLATELET COUNT 1.2 lakhs/cu.mm
RFT 23-09-2024 06:59:PM
UREA 31 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dl
CREATININE 1.2 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dl
URIC ACID 5.9 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/L
CALCIUM 10.3 mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dl
PHOSPHOROUS 3.1 mg/dl 4.5-2.5 mg/dl
SODIUM 140 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/L
POTASSIUM 3.6 mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.
CHLORIDE 105 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 23-09-2024 06:59:PM
Total Bilurubin 0.97 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dl
Direct Bilurubin 0.20 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 18 IU/L 35-0 IU/L
SGPT(ALT) 10 IU/L 45-0 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 147 IU/L 119-56 IU/L
TOTAL PROTEINS 8.0 gm/dl 8.3-6.4 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 3.1 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dl
A/G RATIO 0.64
PERIPHERAL SMEAR 23-09-2024 06:59:PM
rbc - anisopoikilo cytosis with predominantly micro cytic
hypochromic cells seen
wbc - decreased on smear
platelets - inadequate
imp - microcytic hypochromic anemia with leukocytopenia and
thrombocytopenia
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 23-09-2024 06:59:PM
COLOUR Pale yellow
APPEARANCE Clear
REACTION Acidic
SP.GRAVITY 1.010
ALBUMIN Nil
SUGAR Nil
BILE SALTS Nil
BILE PIGMENTS Nil
PUS CELLS 2-3
EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3
RED BLOOD CELLS Nil
CRYSTALS Nil
CASTS Nil
AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS Absent
OTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID 23-09-2024 06:59:PM Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 23-09-2024 06:59:PM Non Reactive
BGT - A POSITIVE
RBS - 50 mg/dl
RETICULOCYTE COUNT - 0.8 %
FBS - 35 mg/dl
GLYCATED HEMOGLOBIN - 6.2
APTT 33 sec
PT 16 sec
INR 1.11
LIPID PROFILE
TOTAL CHOLESTROL 111 mg/dl
TRIGLYCERIDES 49 mg/dl
HDL CHOLESTEROL 35 mg/dl
LDL CHOLESTEROL 62 mg/dl
VLDL 9.8 mg/dl
ASCITIC FLUID ANALYSIS
SUGAR - 58 mg/dl
PROTEIN - 2.2 g/dl
AMYLASE - 36 IU/L
LDH - 110 IU/L
SERUM ALBUMIN - 3.1 gm/dl
ASCITIC ALBUMIN - 1.0 gm/dl
SAAG - 2.1
CELL COUNT
TOTAL COUNT - 350
NEUTROPHILS 90 %
LYMPHOCYTES 10 %
RBC - NIL
OTHERS - NIL
NEUTROPHILS - 315
USG ON 24/09/24
FINDINGS
SHRUNKEN LIVER WITH COARSE ECHOGENECITY AND SURFACE
NODULARITY
NO E/O ANY COLLATERALS
IMPRESSION
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
GROSS ASICITES
RAISED ECHOGENECITY OF LEFT KIDNEY
MODERATE SPLEENOMEGALY
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1) FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
2) SALT RESTRICTION <2 GM/DAY
3) INJ. MONOCEF 1 GM IV BD
4) TAB. PAN 40 MG PO OD
5) TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO BD
6) TAB. LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD
7) TAB. CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO OD
8) TAB. ASTYMIN FORTE PO OD
9) SYP. LACTULOSE 20 ML PO BD
10) TAB. PCM 650 MG PO SOS
11) ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN MILK TWICE DAILY
Advice at Discharge
1) FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
2) SALT RESTRICTION <2 GM/DAY
3) TAB. MONOCEF O 200 MG BD X 3 DAYS
4) TAB. PAN 40 MG PO OD X 3 DAYS
5) TAB. RIFAGUT 550 MG PO BD X 1 WEEK
6) TAB. LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD X 1 WEEK
7) TAB. CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO OD X 1 WEEK
8) TAB. ASTYMIN FORTE PO OD X 1 WEEK
9) SYP. LACTULOSE 20 ML PO BD X 1 WEEK
10) TAB. PCM 650 MG PO SOS X 1 WEEK
11) ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN MILK TWICE DAILY X 1
WEEK
12) TAB. BENFOTHIAMINE 200 MG PO BD X 15 DAYS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Decompensated CLD** with portal hypertension (SAAG 2.1,
varices).
2. **Pancytopenia** (Hb 5.8, Plt 1.2L, TC 3,000) –
hypersplenism vs. multifactorial.
3. **Microcytic anemia** (MCV 66.5) – iron deficiency vs.
chronic disease ambiguity.
4. **High-risk ascites** (Neutrophils 90%) – spontaneous
bacterial peritonitis (SBP) suspicion.
5. **Empirical antibiotic use** (Monocef + Rifagut) – SBP
prophylaxis/treatment.
6. **Short . stay** (2 days) – rural resource-driven
discharge.
7. **Nutritional support** (Albumin supplements,
Benfotiamine).
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, varices, pancytopenia,
dyspnea.
- **Lab/Imaging**: SAAG-driven PH confirmation, microcytic
anemia, splenomegaly.
- **Management**: Diuretics, antibiotics, β-blockers
(Carvedilol), lactulose.
- **Uncertainties**: Anemia etiology, SBP confirmation,
antibiotic stewardship.
- **Rural Context**: Limited diagnostics, empiric therapy,
early discharge.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities in Pancytopenia**
- **Hypersplenism
vs. Iron Deficiency**: Microcytic anemia (MCV 66.5) contrasts with typical CLD
macrocytosis. Iron studies unavailable, complicating management.
- **Bone Marrow
Suppression**: Low reticulocyte count (0.8%) suggests CLD-driven marrow
dysfunction, but rural settings lack biopsies.
2. **Therapeutic Pragmatism in Suspected SBP**
- **Empirical
Antibiotics**: Monocef (oral cephalosporin) + Rifagut (rifaximin) without
ascitic culture data. Reflects rural limitations in confirming SBP (ascitic PMN
>250/mm³).
- **Lactulose
Overlap**: Used for HE prophylaxis despite no encephalopathy, highlighting
prophylactic rural strategies.
3. **Short-Term Stabilization vs. Long-Term Care**
- **Rushed
Discharge**: Improved hemodynamics after paracentesis, but unresolved
pancytopenia and anemia.
- **Nutritional
Gaps**: Albumin supplements address hypoalbuminemia, but no iron/vitamin B12
supplementation despite microcytosis.
4. **Portal Hypertension Management Nuances**
- **Carvedilol
Use**: Low-dose β-blocker for variceal bleeding prophylaxis, but limited by
hypotension (BP 100/60).
- **SAAG Utility**:
High SAAG (2.1) confirms PH, yet ultrasound shows **no collaterals** – early
decompensation or imaging limitations?
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Navigating Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **Microcytic
Anemia in CLD**: Uncommon in isolation; consider dual pathology (iron
deficiency + hypersplenism) despite diagnostic constraints.
- **SAAG as a Rural
Tool**: High SAAG (≥1.1) confirms PH, but absence of collaterals on imaging
questions cirrhosis staging.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **SBP
Management**: Monocef (oral) vs. IV ceftriaxone – rural antibiotic stewardship
balances access and efficacy.
- **Carvedilol
Risks**: Hypotension (BP 100/60) may limit up-titration, favoring endoscopic
surveillance in variceal bleeding prevention.
3. **Rural Care Challenges**
- **Empiricism Over
Evidence**: Antibiotics/lactulose used prophylactically without confirmatory
tests.
- **Nutritional
Oversights**: Protein supplements address hypoalbuminemia, but microcytic
anemia lacks targeted intervention (e.g., iron trials).
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **Elevated ALP
(147 IU/L)**: Suggests cholestasis or metabolic bone disease (CKD-mineral
disorder), overlooked in discharge planning.
- **Hypoglycemia
Episodes** (RBS 50, FBS 35): CLD impairs gluconeogenesis; risks exacerbated by
reduced oral intake.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Pancytopenia Complexity**: Rural settings struggle to
differentiate hypersplenism, nutritional deficits, and marrow suppression.
2. **Antibiotic Pragmatism**: Monocef + Rifagut reflects
rural SBP protocols but risks resistance without cultures.
3. **Early Discharge Pressures**: Stabilization prioritized
over comprehensive care, risking readmission.
4. **SAAG-Imaging Disconnect**: High SAAG without
collaterals demands re-evaluation of cirrhosis staging tools in
resource-limited areas.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the interplay of CLD
complications and rural healthcare limitations, emphasizing the need for
context-specific guidelines to address diagnostic gaps and optimize empiric
therapy.
[14/05/25, 9:31:27 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 34 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
45 years male
Admission -24/9/24
Discharge -1/10/24
Follow up- patient expired
Diagnosis
1. ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HYPONATREMIA,HEPATIC
ENCEPAHLOPATHY,SEPTIC ENCEPHALOPATHY (RESOLVED)
2. HYPERVOLEMIC HYPOOSMOLAR HYPONATREMIA
3. DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
4. VIRAL PYREXIA WITH THROMBOCYTOPENIA
5. ANEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE
6. K/C/O CHRONIC PANCREATITIS
7. K/C/O DM TYPE II
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 3 DAYS
ALTERED SENSORIUM SINCE MORNING
FEVER SINCE 1 WEEK
HOPI
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 5 DAYS AGO AND THEN HE
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 3 DAYS, ABDOMINAL PAIN
PRESENT,TENDERNESS
PRESENT OVER EPIGASTRIC REGION, NOT ASSOCIATED WITH
VOMITING,NAUSEA,CONSTIPATION AND ASSOCIATED WITH FEVER SINCE
5DAYS LOW
GRADE,INTERMITTENT TYPE, CHILLS AND RIGORS ABSENT, COLD AND
COUGH ABSENT,
NO BURNING MICTURITION, AGGREVATING MORE AT NIGHT TIMES AND
RELIEVING BY
TAKING MEDICATION
PAST HISTORY
K/C/O DM TYPE2 SINCE 10 YEARS AND TAB.GLICLAZIDE
80MG+METFORMIN 500MG PO/BD
N/K/C/O HTN,TB,EPILEPSY, ASTHMA,CVA,CAD
H/O ALCOHOL INTAKE SINCE 20 YEARS 90 TO 180 ML DAILY AND
LAST BINGE WAS 1 MONTH
BACK
H/O PREVIOUS ADMISSION 2 MONTHS BACK
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET- MIXED
APPETITE- NORMAL
SLEEP- ADEQUATE
BOWEL- REGULAR
BLADDER- NORMAL
ADDICTIONS : ALCOHOL
DEHYDRATION - NO
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
NO PALLOR
NO ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING ,LYMPHADENOPATHY
EDEMA OF FEET- PRESENT
VITALS ON ADMISSION:
TEMP:98.8
PR: 99BPM,
RR: 20CPM,
BP: 120/80MMHG,
SPO2: 98% ON RA
GRBS 168MG%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION-
CVS: S1 S2 HEARD, NO THRILLS, NO MURMERS
RESP: BAE+, NVBS HEARD
PER ABDOMEN: SOFT ,TENDERNESS AT EPIGASTRIC REGION
CNS: NAD , NORMAL
GCS:E4V5M6
COURSE IN THE . :A 45 YEAR MALE CAME WITH C/O ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION
SINCE 3 DAYS AND ALTERED SENSORIUM FROM MORNING, FEVER SINCE
1 WEEK. ALL
NECESSARY INVESTIGATIONS WERE SENT.PATIENT WAS DIAGNOSED
WITH ALTERED
SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HYPONATREMIA,HEPATIC
ENCEPAHLOPATHY,SEPTIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY,HYPERVOLEMIC HYPOOSMOLAR
HYPONATREMIA(RESOLVING),DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE,VIRAL PYREXIA
WITH THROMBOCYTOPENIA, ANEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE,K/C/O
CHRONIC
PANCREATITIS, K/C/O DM TYPE II .VITALS AT PRESENTATION WERE
BP-120/70,PR-102,RR-
21,TEMP AFEBRILE.INITIAL SERUM SODIUM WAS FOUND TO BE LOW
AND WAS STARTED
WITH 3%NACL CORRECTION. SERUM SODIUM IMPROVED GRADUALLY AND
SENSORIUM OF
PATIENT ALSO IMPROVED. PLATELET COUNT WERE FOUND TO BE LOW
WHICH IMPROVED
OVER COURSE OF TREATMENT. PATIENT SENSORIUM IMPROVED AND IS
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE AND HENCE IS DISCHARGED WITH
FOLLOWING ADVICE
nvestigations NameValueRangeNameValueRangeBLOOD
UREA24-09-I2024 09:44:P M27 mg/dl42-
12 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 24-09-2024 09:44:PM
SODIUM114 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM2.6 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE78
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LSERUM
CREATININE24-09-2024 09:44:PM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 24-09-2024
09:44:PM Total Bilurubin3.89 mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin2.32 mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)35
IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)15 IU/L45-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE460 IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS4.1 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN2.02 gm/dl5.2-3.5
gm/dlA/G RATIO0.97HBsAg-RAPID24-
09-2024 09:44:PMNegative Anti HCV Antibodies -
RAPID24-09-2024 09:44:PMNon Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 24-09-2024 09:44:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS1-2EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 25-09-2024 12:40:AM SODIUM116
mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.4 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE90
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 25-09-2024 12:40:AM Total Bilurubin3.52
mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin1.56
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)45 IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)15
IU/L45-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE436 IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS4.5 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN2.14
gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO0.91ABG 25-09-2024 04:23:AM
PH7.44PCO232.1PO263.1HCO321.6St.HCO323.0BEB-1.5BEecf-1.9TCO245.3O2
Sat91.0O2
Count11.4ABG 25-09-2024 07:17:AM
PH7.38PCO236.4PO231.5HCO321.5St.HCO321.4BEB-
2.6BEecf-2.7TCO245.4O2 Sat45.9O2 Count6.3POST LUNCH BLOOD
SUGAR25-09-2024
03:04:PM114 mg/dl140-0 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)
25-09-2024 03:04:PM
SODIUM117 mmol/L145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.2 mmol/L5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE97
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
25-09-2024 05:47:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 25-09-2024 08:44:PM SODIUM123
mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.4 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE99
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 25-09-2024 11:41:PM SODIUM120
mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE99
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LCOMPLETE
URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 25-09-2024 11:41:PM COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINTraceSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilBLOOD UREA26-
09-2024 01:02:PM34 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE26-09-2024 01:02:PM0.7 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024 01:02:PM
SODIUM119 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.4 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE97
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LBLOOD
UREA26-09-2024 06:01:PM36 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE26-09-2024 06:01:PM0.8
mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024
06:01:PM SODIUM126
mmol/L145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE98 mmol/L98-107
mmol/LSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024 10:29:PM
SODIUM124 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.6 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE99
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LSERUM
CREATININE26-09-2024 10:29:PM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlBLOOD
UREA26-09-2024 10:29:PM35
mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024
11:03:PM SODIUM126
mmol/L145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE102 mmol/L98-107
mmol/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 26-09-2024 11:03:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS3-4EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilBLOOD UREA27-
09-2024 10:10:AM36 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE27-09-2024 10:10:AM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 27-09-2024 10:10:AM
SODIUM128 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE
ULTRASOUND REPORT-
IMPRESSION-
1.CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE,GROSS ASCITES,MILD
SPLENOMEGALY,MESENTERIC
COLLATERALS,DILATED PORTAL VEIN
2.RIGHT GRADE 2 AND LEFT GRADE 1 RPD CHANGES
3.BILATERAL RENAL CORTICAL CYSTS
4. MILD GALLBLADDER WALL EDEMA
5. CHRONIC PANCREATITIS WITH DILATED MPD AND CALCIFICATIONS
2D ECHO
REVIEW-
1.MILD PE+
2.IVC SIZE (0.5CM) COLLAPSING
3.TRIVIAL TR+:NO PAH(RVSP 25+05=35MMHG)
4. TRIVIAL MR+; NO AR
5. EF=66% GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. IV FLUIDS 0.9% NS AT 30ML/HR
2. TAB TAXIM 200 PO/BD
3. TAB PANTOP 40MG PO/OD/ 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST
4. TAB LASIX 20MG PO/OD/ 8AM
5. SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD/2PM
6. TAB BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD
7. TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
8. TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
9. SYP LACTULOSE
10. HEPAMERZ SACHETS 1 SACHET IN GLASS OF WATER /TID
11.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1/2 GLASS OF MILK/WATER PO/TID
12.I/O CHARTING
13. GRBS PROFILE MONITORING
14. T.OROFER PO/OD/8AM
15. T. OPTINEURON FORTE PO/OD/8AM
16. MONITOR VITALS 2ND HOURLY
Advice at Discharge
1. T.TAXIM 200 PO/BD X 5DAYS
2. TAB PANTOP 40MG PO/OD/ 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST
3. TAB LASIX 20MG PO/OD/ 8AM
4. SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD/2PM
5. TAB BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD
6. TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
7. TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
8. SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/TID
9. HEPAMERZ SACHETS 1 SACHET IN GLASS OF WATER /TID
10.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1/2 GLASS OF MILK/WATER PO/TID
11. T.OROFER PO/OD/8AM
12. T. OPTINEURON FORTE PO/OD/8AM
13. TAB PCM 650MG PO/SOS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Hyponatremia-Driven Encephalopathy** (Na 114 mmol/L,
altered sensorium).
2. **Septic vs. Hepatic Encephalopathy** ambiguity (fever,
thrombocytopenia, no SIRS criteria).
3. **Decompensated CLD** (ascites, splenomegaly,
collaterals).
4. **Chronic Pancreatitis** (dilated MPD, calcifications)
complicating CLD.
5. **Rapid Sodium Correction** (3% NaCl → Na 114→128 mmol/L
in 3 days).
6. **Thrombocytopenia** (viral vs. CLD vs. sepsis).
7. **Empiric Antibiotics** (Taxim) without culture
data.
8. **Nutritional Support** (protein powder, Benfotiamine)
vs. protein restriction in HE.
9. **Rural Mortality** (discharge → death in
follow-up).
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Altered sensorium, ascites,
fever, epigastric tenderness.
- **Lab/Imaging**: Severe hyponatremia, hypoalbuminemia,
CLD-pancreatitis overlap.
- **Management**: Aggressive sodium correction, antibiotics,
diuretics.
- **Uncertainties**: Encephalopathy etiology,
thrombocytopenia source, sodium correction risks.
- **Rural Context**: Empiric therapy, limited sepsis workup,
post-discharge mortality.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities in Encephalopathy**
- **Hyponatremia
vs. Sepsis vs. HE**: Fever (viral pyrexia) and thrombocytopenia suggested
sepsis, but no cultures or CRP. Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) was treated with
lactulose despite normal ammonia levels (unmeasured).
- **Chronic
Pancreatitis Role**: Pancreatic inflammation may exacerbate CLD via gut-liver
axis dysregulation, but rural imaging lacks elastography/ERCP.
2. **Therapeutic Risks in Sodium Correction**
- **Overcorrection
Dangers**: Na increased from 114→128 mmol/L in 72 hours (14 mmol/L), risking
osmotic demyelination. No documentation of controlled correction rate.
- **Diuretic
Dilemma**: Lasix + spironolactone in hypoalbuminemia (Alb 2.02 g/dl) risks
hypovolemia and worsening renal function.
3. **Multimorbidity Burden**
-
**CLD-Pancreatitis-DM Triad**: Alcohol-induced CLD + pancreatitis worsens
malnutrition (low protein synthesis) and glycemic instability (GRBS 168→114
mg/dl).
-
**Thrombocytopenia Complexity**: CLD (hypersplenism), sepsis, or viral
etiology? Rural labs lack advanced virology (e.g., dengue PCR).
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Empiric
Antibiotics**: Taxim (cefixime) for "viral pyrexia" without cultures
risks resistance and misses fungal/atypical pathogens.
- **Post-Discharge
Gaps**: No hepatology/nutrition follow-up despite high-risk CLD and
malnutrition.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Navigating Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **Encephalopathy
Triad**: Differentiating hyponatremic, septic, and hepatic causes requires
ammonia levels, cultures, and inflammatory markers (often unavailable
rurally).
-
**Pancreatitis-CLD Link**: Chronic pancreatitis exacerbates malnutrition and
ascites via pancreatic ascites or gut dysbiosis (missed in imaging
reports).
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Hyponatremia
Management**: Rapid correction (>8-10 mmol/L/24h) in CLD risks fatal
demyelination. Rural protocols need strict sodium correction guidelines.
- **Nutritional
Paradox**: Protein supplements (HE risk) vs. hypoalbuminemia correction – rural
settings lack BCAA formulations.
3. **Comorbidity-Driven Outcomes**
-
**CLD-DM-Pancreatitis Triad**: Accelerates multi-organ failure (liver,
pancreas, kidneys).
-
**Thrombocytopenia Risks**: CLD + sepsis + viral fever increases bleeding
risks, but rural centers lack platelet transfusions.
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **ABG Clues**:
Initial PO₂ 63.1 → later 31.5 (O₂ Sat 45.9%) suggests undiagnosed HPS
(hepatopulmonary syndrome) or ARDS.
- **Gallbladder
Wall Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia vs. early acalculous cholecystitis (missed due to
empiric antibiotics).
5. **Rural Mortality Drivers**
- **Post-Dischapse
Vulnerability**: Lack of albumin infusions, HE prophylaxis, and glycemic
monitoring likely contributed to death.
- **Empiric Therapy
Pitfalls**: Taxim covers gram-negative bacteria but misses fungal/anaerobic
sepsis common in CLD.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Hyponatremia Overcorrection**: A silent killer in rural
CLD management.
2. **CLD-Pancreatitis Synergy**: Underrecognized driver of
malnutrition and ascites.
3. **Thrombocytopenia Complexity**: Requires tiered
diagnostics (virology, cultures) absent in rural settings.
4. **Post-Dischapse Gaps**: Rural protocols need structured
follow-up for high-risk CLD.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights the lethal interplay of
CLD, pancreatitis, and DM in rural settings, where diagnostic shortcuts and
therapeutic empiricism amplify mortality risks. Context-specific strategies for
sodium correction, sepsis management, and post-discharge care are urgently
needed. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 9:38:17 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 35 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
58 year male
Admission -30/9/24
Discharge -4/10/24
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
HFREF -BIFASCICULAR BLOCK WITH ATRIAL FIBRILLATION
H/O CAD- S/P PTCA -LAD TERRITORY
TYPE II DM SINCE 16 YEARS
HTN SINCE 5 YEARS
CKD ? CARDIORENAL SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 10 DAYS
BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 10 DAYS
HOPI
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 10 DAYS AGO THEN HE DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION, INSIDIOUS IN ONSET ,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE,ASSOCIATED WITH
BREATHLESSNESS GRADE II-III , AGGRAVATING ON WORK ,NO
RELIEVING FACTORS
H/O BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA,INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE,PITING UP
TO KNEES
NO H/O FEVER ,COLD ,COUGH
NO H/O CHEST PAIN, PALPITATIONS,ORTHOPNEA
H/O BURNING MICTURITION, NAUSEA,VOMITING
PAST HISTORY
K/C/O TYPE 2 DM SINCE 16 YEARS
K/C/O HTN SINCE 5 YEARS
K/C/O CAD -PTCA 2018
H/O CLD 2022
PERSONAL HISTORY
APPETITE NORMAL
SLEEP ADEQUATE
BOWEL AND BLADDER MOVEMENTS REGULAR
NO ADDICTIONS
FAMILY HISTORY NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PT IS CONSCIOUS COHERENT COOPERATIVE
NO PALLOR ICTERUS CYANOSIS CLUBBINGLYMADENOPATHY PEDAL EDEMA
VITALS
TEMPERATURE 103F
BP 110/80MMHG
PR 76BPM
RR 16CPM
SPO2 98%AT RA
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION
CVS S1S2 HEARD NO MURMURS
PA SOFT NT
CNS NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICIT
RA BAE+ NVBS DYSPNEA GRADE II-III
COURSE IN .-
A 58 YR OLD MALE BROUGHT TO OPD WITH COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION
SINCE 10 DAYS AND BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 10 DAYS
.PATIENT WAS THROUGHLY
EXAMINED AND RELEVENT INVESTIGATIONS WERE DONE, PATIENT WAS
DIAGNOSED
DECOMPENSATED CLD,HFREF -BIFASCIUCULAR BLOCK WITH ATRIAL
FIBRILLATION,,H/O
CAD- S/P PTCA -LAD TERRITORY,TYPE II DM SINCE 16 YEARS,HTN
SINCE 5 YEARS,CKD
CARDIORENAL SYNDROME.DURING THE COURSE PATIENT WAS TREATED
CONSERVATIVELY WITH ANTACIDS,STATINS,HYPOGLYCEMIC DRUGS
,THIAMINE AND
OTHER SUPPORTIVE TREATMENT WAS GIVEN .DURING THE STAY IN .
PATIENT
IMPROVED CLINICALLY AND HE IS BEING DISCHARGED IN A
HAEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE
CONDITION
Investigation
NameValueRangeNameValueRangeCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
30/9/24
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMIN++SUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS5-6EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilHBsAg-
RAPIDNegative Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPIDNEGATIVELIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) Total
Bilurubin1.59 mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin0.72
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)93 IU/L31-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT)83 IU/L34-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE134IU/L98-42 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS6.8 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN3.8 gm/dl5.2-3.5
gm/dlA/G RATIO3.8BLOOD UREA125
mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM CREATININE3.5 mg/dl1.1-0.6 mg/dlSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)
30/9/24 SODIUM130 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM4.9mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE102
mmol/L98-107 mmol/L
HEMOGRAM 30/09/24
HAEMOGLOBIN-13.6 gm/dlTOTAL COUNT-9700 cells/cummRBC COUNT
4.7
millions/cummPLATELET COUNT 2.4 lakhs/cu.mm
PT 16 SEC
INR 1.11
APTT 33 SEC
HBA1C 6.2
RBS 92 MG/DL
ABG ON 1/10/24
PH 7.37
PCO2 26.3
PO2 99.2
HCO3 15.2
O2 96.9
RFT ON 1/10/24
NA 140 MG/DL
K 4.2 MG/DL
CL 102 MG/DL
IONIZED CA 1.19 MG/DL
CA10.2 MG/DL
RFT ON 2/10/24
UREA - 104 MG/DL
CREATININE 3.2 MG/DL
NA 141 MG/DL
K 4. MG/DL
CL 102 MG/DL
IONIZED CA 1.06 MG/DL
CUE 3/10/24
ALBUMIN- ++++
SUGAR - ++
PUS CELLS- LOADED
RBC- 5-6
RFT ON 3/10/24
UREA - 73 MG/DL
CREATININE 2.4 MG/DL
NA 137 MG/DL
K 3.6 MG/DL
CL 104 MG/DL
RFT ON 4/10/24
UREA - 56 MG/DL
CREATININE 2MG/DL
24 HRS UPCR
PROTEIN- 972 MG/DAY
CREATININE -0.8 GM/DAY
RATIO- 1.17
2D ECHO DONE ON 1/10/24:
EF-38%
NO PE/LV CLOT
DILATED ALL CHAMBERS
MODERATE TO SEVERE LV DYSFUNCTION
GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTIONS
IVC SIZE (1.87CMS) DILATED NON COLLAPSING
ECG - BIFASCICULAR BLOCK [RBBB + LAD] WITH ATRIAL
FIBRILLATION
USG ABDOMEN PELVIS DONE ON 30/9/24
FINDINGS - E/O HYPERECHOIC FOCII NOTED IN GB WALL EDEMA
PROMINENT HEPATIC VEINS
SURFACE IRREGULARITY AND COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER
IMPRESSION- CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
MODERATE TO GROSS ASCITES [NON TAPABLE]
GALL BLADDER WALL EDEMA
RAISED ECHOGENICITY OF RIGHT KIDNEY
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. IV FLUIDS NS 250ML/HR
2. TAB .ECOSPRIN 75MG PO/OD
3. TAB.ROSUVASTATIN 10MG PO/HS
4.INJ.THIAMINE 200MG IN 100ML NS IV BD
5. INJ.OPTINEURON 1 AMP IN 100ML NS IV /OD
6.INJ .PAN 40MG IV /OD
7. TAB.ISTAVEL D 10/100 [HALF TAB] PO/OD
8.TAB.SHELCAL XT PO/OD
9.TAB .NODOSIS 500MG PO/BD
10.TAB .ULTRACET HALF TAB/QID
Advice at Discharge
PLENTY OF ORAL FLUIDS UPTO 2LITRES/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM /DAY
FOSFOMYCIN 3 GM SACHET IN ONE GLASS OF WATER ALTERNATE DAYS
ON
4/10/24,6/10/24,8/10/24
TAB ROSAVEL - A 75/10 PO HS CONTINUE
TAB.ISTAVEL D 10/100 [HALF TAB] PO/OD CONTINUE
TAB MET XL 12.5 MG PO /OD CONTINUE
TAB NEUROBION FORTE PO OD X-1-X FOR 15 DAYS
TAB PAN 40MG PO OD 1-X-X FOR 5 DAYS
TAB.SHELCAL XT PO/OD FOR 15 DAYS
TAB .NODOSIS 500MG PO/BD FOR 2 WEEK
TAB .ULTRACET HALF TAB/QID
PLAN TO START ACEI OR ARBS IN FOLLOW UP
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Cardiorenal-Liver Triad**: HFrEF (EF 38%), CKD (Cr 3.5
mg/dl), CLD (ascites, hypoalbuminemia).
2. **Portal Hypertension**: SAAG >1.1 (non-tapable
ascites, collaterals), hepatic vein dilation.
3. **Hypervolemic Hyponatremia**: Na 130 mmol/L, edema,
fluid overload.
4. **Multimorbidity Burden**: CAD s/p PTCA, DM, HTN.
5. **Infection Risks**: UTI (CUE: albumin ++++, pus cells
loaded).
6. **Rural Therapeutic Pragmatism**: Fosfomycin for UTI
without culture, delayed ACEI/ARB initiation.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, edema, dyspnea, atrial
fibrillation.
- **Lab/Imaging**: Elevated creatinine, hypoalbuminemia, LV
dysfunction, CLD.
- **Management**: Diuretics (Lasix absent?), fluid/salt
restriction, empiric antibiotics.
- **Uncertainties**: Portal hypertension vs. cardiogenic
ascites, diuretic risks in CKD.
- **Rural Context**: Limited advanced cardiac/liver workup
(e.g., HVPG, CRP).
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities in Ascites**
- **Portal vs.
Cardiogenic Ascites**: Elevated IVC (1.87 cm) and hepatic vein dilation suggest
**mixed etiology** (CLD + HF), but rural imaging lacks Doppler to confirm
portal flow.
- **SAAG
Misapplication**: Non-tapped ascites prevented SAAG calculation, leading to
empiric CLD management.
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas in Multimorbidity**
- **Diuretic
Paradox**: HFrEF demands diuresis, but CKD (Cr 3.5) and hypoalbuminemia (Alb
3.8) limit efficacy and risk AKI. Discharge plan omitted Lasix despite
edema.
- **ACEI/ARB
Delay**: Withheld due to hyperkalemia/CKD risks, but critical for HFrEF and
proteinuria (UPCR 1.17).
3. **Infection-Driven Decompensation**
- **UTI as
Precipitant**: Albuminuria (++++) and pyuria suggest infection worsening
cardiorenal-liver axis, but Fosfomycin was chosen empirically (no
culture).
4. **Rural Resource Gaps**
- **Cardiac-Liver
Overlap**: No NT-proBNP or HVPG to differentiate HF/PH contributions.
- **Delayed
Specialist Care**: No hepatology/cardiology input for bifascicular block or CLD
staging.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **Mixed Ascites
Challenge**: CLD + HFrEF creates diagnostic ambiguity. Rural centers need
**Doppler US** to assess portal flow vs. IVC congestion.
- **UTI as a
Trigger**: Proteinuria in CLD may indicate infection (not just nephropathy),
requiring urgent cultures.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Diuretic
Tightrope**: Avoid Lasix in hypoalbuminemia (low oncotic pressure) to prevent
AKI; consider albumin infusion (unavailable rurally).
- **ACEI/ARB
Timing**: Initiate cautiously post-discharge with K⁺ monitoring (rural labs
often lack rapid electrolytes).
3. **Multimorbidity Complexity**
-
**Cardiorenal-Liver Axis**: HFrEF exacerbates CLD via hepatic congestion, while
CKD limits HF/CLD treatment options.
- **Bifascicular
Block Risks**: Atrial fibrillation + RBBB/LAD increases mortality but rural EKG
interpretation gaps delay pacing referrals.
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **Gallbladder
Wall Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia vs. subclinical cholecystitis (missed due to
empiric Fosfomycin).
- **Hyperdynamic
Circulation**: EF 38% with dilated chambers suggests **cirrhotic
cardiomyopathy** overlapping with ischemic HF.
5. **Rural Mortality Drivers**
- **Delayed
ACEI/ARBs**: Critical for proteinuria (UPCR 1.17) and HFrEF but postponed due
to CKD fears.
- **Nutritional
Neglect**: No BCAA/protein supplements despite hypoalbuminemia and CLD.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Mixed Ascites Dilemma**: Rural settings lack tools to
differentiate portal vs. cardiogenic causes, leading to suboptimal
therapy.
2. **Diuretic Futility**: Hypoalbuminemia and CKD render
diuretics ineffective without albumin support.
3. **Infection Oversights**: Empiric Fosfomycin misses
resistant pathogens, increasing readmission risks.
4. **Cardiorenal-Liver Triad**: Multiorgan dysfunction
amplifies mortality in resource-limited areas.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights the lethal synergy of
CLD, HFrEF, and CKD in rural settings, where diagnostic ambiguities and
therapeutic trade-offs (e.g., diuretics vs. AKI) dominate care.
Context-specific protocols for mixed ascites, infection management, and
multimorbidity prioritization are urgently needed.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 9:46:11 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 36 with AI
analysis* 🤖🧐
Age-82 yrs male
Admission -25/11/24
Discharge -28/11/24
Follow up- patient is
doing well
Diagnosis
HFPEF
COMPENSATED CLD
B/L PLEURAL EFFUSION
H/O COLOSTOMY FOR CA COLON WITH COLOSTOMY BAG;12 YRS
SPONTANEOUS BACTERIAL PERITONITIS
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS
C/O SOB - 10 DAYS
PEDAL EDEMA - 1O DAYS
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION - 3 DAYS
HOPI
PT WAS APPERENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 10 DYAS BACK THEN HE HAD SOB
SINCE 10 DAYS
GRADE 2-NYHA PROGRESSIVED TO GRADE 4 NYHA
ASSOCIATED WITH ORTHOPNEA,NO PND.
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 10 DAYS,PITTING TYPE GR 2
H/O PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 5 YRS PRSNT WHICH IS ON AND OFF
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION IS PRSNT SINCE 3 DAYS
VOMITINGS SINCE 2 DAYS BACK FOR 5 EP -BLACK COLOUR
+,MALAENA+,NO LOOSE
STOOLS,NO FEVER,COLD,COUGH
NO CHEST PAIN,NO PALPITATIONS,H/O DELUSIONS SINCE 1 YR
PAST HISTORY
N/K/C/O DM,HTN,EPILEPSY,ASTHMA,TB
H/O COLECTOMY WITH COLOSTOMY BAG SINCE 12 YRS
H/O ?NEUROSURGERY 2 YRS BACK
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS C/C/C NO PALLOR, ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING,
LYMPHEDENOPATHY,
EDEMA
BP: 100/80 MMHG
PR: 76 BPM
RR: 18 CPM
SPO2: 98%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
CVS: S1S2 +
RS: BLAE + NVBS HEARD
P/A: DISTENDED
CNS: NO FND
PSYCHIATRY REFERRAL DONE I/V/O DELUSION
ADV
T.OLANZAPINE 2.5 MG PO/OD
T.MIRTAZAPINE -7.5 MG/SOS
GASTROENTEROLOGY-DONE -I/V/O MALIGNANCY
ADV
UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY
CECT ABDOMEN I/V/O TO RULE OUT MALIGNANCY
Investigation
RFT 25-11-2024 01:10:PMUREA 61 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
1.5 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 8.8 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.5 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 3.1 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 134 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.7
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
97 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 25-11-2024 01:10:PMTotal Bilurubin
1.35 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 0.30 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 31 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 18 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 416 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.9 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 3.4 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO
0.97HBsAg-RAPID 25-11-2024 01:10:PM
Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 25-11-2024 01:10:PM Non
ReactiveCOMPLETE URINE
EXAMINATION (CUE) 25-11-2024 01:10:PMCOLOUR Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION
AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN TraceSUGAR NilBILE SALTS
NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS
CELLS 2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3RED BLOOD CELLS NilCRYSTALS
NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD 26-11-2024 11:55:AM positive (+ve)RFT
27-11-2024 12:02:PMUREA
60 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE 1.8 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 11.3 mmol/L 7.2-3.5
mmol/LCALCIUM 9.9 mg/dl 10.2-8.6 mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 4.3 mg/dl
4.5-2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 138
mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.4 mmol/L. 5.1-3.5
mmol/L.CHLORIDE 101 mmol/L 98-107
mmol/L
HEMOGRAM
HB 13 GM/DL
TLC 7000 CELLS/CUMM
PLT COUNT-2.91 LAKHS/CUMM
RBC-4.76
USG REPORT-25/11/24
E/O COARSE ECHOTEXTURE AND SURFACE NODULAIRTY OF THE LIVER
CLD
DILATED IVC,PROMINENT HEPATIC VEINS
GB SLUDGE
GRADE 1 RPD CHANGESIN B/L
INCREASED RESISTANCE IN PORTAL VEIN
ASCITIC TAP REPORTS
ASCITIC FLUID ANA;LYSIS FOR TRIGLYCERIDES-111 ML
SUGAR-124 MG/DL PROTEIN 2.4 GM/DL
AMYLASE- 22 IU/L
LDH -71 IU/L
SAAG
S.AB - 3.4 GM/DL
ASCITIC AB-1.35
SAAG-2.05
2D ECHO-
SLCEROTIC AV
MODERATE MR,AR
GLOBAL HYPOKINESIA
FAIR LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTIION
CECT ABDOMEN DONE
IMPRESSION
A K/C/O COLOSTOMY FOR CA COLONB
CT SHOWS
COLOSTOMY OPENING IN LT ILIAC FOSSA
NO E/O BOWEL WALL THICKENING
16 MM SIMPLE LIVER CYST IN LT LOBE
PROMINENT CARDIAC CHAMBERS
DILATED IVC AND HEPATIC VEINS'
SEVERE ASCITES EXTENDING INTO LT INGUINAL CANAL
BODY WALL EDEMA
BILATERAL MODERATE PLEURAL EFFUSION WITH RT BASAL
ATELECTASIS
ASCITIC FLUID CYTOLOGY
TLC
DIFERNTIAL COUNT
RFT
UREA- 60
CR- 1.8
URIC ACID -11.3
CA- 9.9
NA-138
K- 4.4
CL- 101
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1.FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5 L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2G/DAY
TAB GUDCEF -CV 200MG PO/BD
T.ECOSPRIN-AV 75/10MG PO.HS 9PM
TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
TAB DYTOR PLUS 20/50MG PO/BD
TAB RAMIPRIL 2-5 MG PO/BD
TAB.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/BD
TAB .NEXPRO -L PO/OD/7AM
TAB.BENFOMET P[O/BD
TAB.OLANZAPINE 2.5 MG PO/HS
TAB.MIRTAZAPINE 7.5 MG PO/SOS
TAB N ACETYL CYSTIENE 600 MG PO/BD
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS
Advice at Discharge
TAB GUDCEF -CV 200MG PO/BD X3 DAYS
T.ECOSPRIN-AV 75/10MG PO.HS 9PM X TO CONTINUE
TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD X 10 DAYS
TAB DYTOR PLUS 20/50MG PO/BD X 10 DAYS
TAB RAMIPRIL 2-5 MG PO/BD X TO CONTINUE
TAB.CARDIVAS 3.125 MG PO/BD X TO CONTINUE
TAB .NEXPRO -L PO/OD/7AM X 10 DAYS
TAB.BENFOMET P[O/BD X 10 DAYS
TAB.OLANZAPINE 2.5 MG PO/HS X 2 DAYS
TAB N ACETYL CYSTIENE 600 MG PO/BD X 2 DAYS
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS
Follow Up
REVIEW SOS TO GM OPD
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: SAAG 2.05, dilated IVC,
hepatic vein prominence.
2. **HFPEF-CLD Overlap**: Ascites (mixed etiology), pleural
effusions, elevated ALP (416 IU/L).
3. **Malignancy Risk**: History of CA colon (colostomy),
occult blood in stool, CECT for malignancy rule-out.
4. **Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis (SBP)**: Ascitic
fluid TLC >250 (unspecified count), treated empirically.
5. **Neuropsychiatric Comorbidity**: Delusions,
antipsychotics (Olanzapine).
6. **Therapeutic Pragmatism**: Empiric antibiotics
(Gudcef-CV), ACEI (Ramipril) in CKD (Cr 1.5→1.8).
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, pleural effusion,
delusions, melena.
- **Lab/Imaging**: High SAAG ascites, elevated ALP, CT
findings (dilated IVC, liver cyst).
- **Management**: Diuretics (Dytor Plus), antibiotics, ACEI,
antipsychotics.
- **Uncertainties**: PH vs. cardiogenic ascites, occult
malignancy, SBP confirmation.
- **Rural Context**: Limited malignancy workup (delayed
CECT), empiric SBP therapy.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities**
- **SAAG Utility**:
SAAG 2.05 confirms PH, but **HFPEF** (systolic dysfunction, dilated IVC)
suggests mixed ascites (portal + cardiogenic). Rural imaging lacks Doppler to
assess portal flow.
- **Malignancy
Masking**: Occult blood in stool + colostomy history raises colon cancer
recurrence risk, but CECT showed no bowel thickening.
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas**
- **Diuretic
Balance**: Dytor Plus (torsemide + spironolactone) risks AKI in CKD (Cr 1.8),
but ascites/HFPEF demand diuresis.
- **ACEI in CKD**:
Ramipril used despite rising creatinine (1.5→1.8), prioritizing HF management
over renal risks.
3. **Infection vs. Inflammation**
- **SBP vs.
Malignancy**: Ascitic fluid protein 2.4 g/dl and LDH 71 IU/L suggest
**exudative** ascites (atypical for SBP), but rural labs lack
cytology/cultures.
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Delayed
Malignancy Workup**: CECT done late (after discharge planning), delaying
oncology input.
- **Empiric
Antibiotics**: Gudcef-CV (cefpodoxime) covers gram-negatives but misses
anaerobes (colostomy flora risks).
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **SAAG-Imaging
Paradox**: High SAAG (PH) coexists with HFPEF (dilated IVC, pleural effusions)
– rural centers need **NT-proBNP** to differentiate cardiac contributions.
- **Melena in
CLD**: Occult blood (+ve) may indicate **portal hypertensive gastropathy** (not
malignancy), but colostomy complicates stool analysis.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **ACEI-Renal
Tightrope**: Ramipril improves HF outcomes but requires close Cr monitoring
(rural labs lack rapid eGFR).
- **Antibiotic
Stewardship**: Rifagut (rifaximin) for SBP prophylaxis overlaps with Gudcef-CV
(risk of resistance).
3. **Multimorbidity Complexity**
- **HFPEF-CLD
Synergy**: Hepatic congestion worsens ascites, while hypoalbuminemia (Alb 3.4)
exacerbates edema.
- **Delusions in
CLD**: Olanzapine risks QT prolongation in elderly with electrolyte imbalances
(K⁺ 4.7).
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **ALP Elevation
(416 IU/L)**: Suggests cholestasis (gallbladder sludge) or metastatic CA
(missed on CECT).
- **Body Wall
Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia + portal hypertension causes rare subcutaneous fluid
accumulation.
5. **Rural Mortality Buffers**
- **Lactulose
Prophylaxis**: Used despite no overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE), reflecting
rural preventive strategies.
- **NAC Role**:
Antioxidant support for CLD but unproven in HFPEF.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Mixed Ascites Challenge**: PH + HFPEF requires dual
management (diuretics + albumin) often unavailable rurally.
2. **Malignancy Surveillance Gaps**: Colostomy patients need
frequent CECT, but rural access delays diagnosis.
3. **Antipsychotic Risks**: Olanzapine in elderly CLD
patients demands ECG monitoring (absent in rural settings).
4. **SAAG Misapplication**: High SAAG ascites with exudative
features (protein 2.4 g/dl) questions PH protocols.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the complexity of
managing PH in elderly patients with multimorbidity (CLD, HF, cancer) in rural
settings. Diagnostic ambiguities (SAAG vs. imaging) and therapeutic trade-offs
(ACEI risks, empiric antibiotics) dominate care, emphasizing the need for
context-specific guidelines and enhanced diagnostics.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 9:46:31 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 37 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
45 years male
Admission -24/9/24
Discharge -1/10/24
Follow up- patient expired
Diagnosis
1. ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HYPONATREMIA,HEPATIC
ENCEPAHLOPATHY,SEPTIC ENCEPHALOPATHY (RESOLVED)
2. HYPERVOLEMIC HYPOOSMOLAR HYPONATREMIA
3. DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
4. VIRAL PYREXIA WITH THROMBOCYTOPENIA
5. ANEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE
6. K/C/O CHRONIC PANCREATITIS
7. K/C/O DM TYPE II
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 3 DAYS
ALTERED SENSORIUM SINCE MORNING
FEVER SINCE 1 WEEK
HOPI
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 5 DAYS AGO AND THEN HE
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 3 DAYS, ABDOMINAL PAIN
PRESENT,TENDERNESS
PRESENT OVER EPIGASTRIC REGION, NOT ASSOCIATED WITH
VOMITING,NAUSEA,CONSTIPATION AND ASSOCIATED WITH FEVER SINCE
5DAYS LOW
GRADE,INTERMITTENT TYPE, CHILLS AND RIGORS ABSENT, COLD AND
COUGH ABSENT,
NO BURNING MICTURITION, AGGREVATING MORE AT NIGHT TIMES AND
RELIEVING BY
TAKING MEDICATION
PAST HISTORY
K/C/O DM TYPE2 SINCE 10 YEARS AND TAB.GLICLAZIDE
80MG+METFORMIN 500MG PO/BD
N/K/C/O HTN,TB,EPILEPSY, ASTHMA,CVA,CAD
H/O ALCOHOL INTAKE SINCE 20 YEARS 90 TO 180 ML DAILY AND
LAST BINGE WAS 1 MONTH
BACK
H/O PREVIOUS ADMISSION 2 MONTHS BACK
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET- MIXED
APPETITE- NORMAL
SLEEP- ADEQUATE
BOWEL- REGULAR
BLADDER- NORMAL
ADDICTIONS : ALCOHOL
DEHYDRATION - NO
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
NO PALLOR
NO ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING ,LYMPHADENOPATHY
EDEMA OF FEET- PRESENT
VITALS ON ADMISSION:
TEMP:98.8
PR: 99BPM,
RR: 20CPM,
BP: 120/80MMHG,
SPO2: 98% ON RA
GRBS 168MG%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION-
CVS: S1 S2 HEARD, NO THRILLS, NO MURMERS
RESP: BAE+, NVBS HEARD
PER ABDOMEN: SOFT ,TENDERNESS AT EPIGASTRIC REGION
CNS: NAD , NORMAL
GCS:E4V5M6
COURSE IN THE . :A 45 YEAR MALE CAME WITH C/O ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION
SINCE 3 DAYS AND ALTERED SENSORIUM FROM MORNING, FEVER SINCE
1 WEEK. ALL
NECESSARY INVESTIGATIONS WERE SENT.PATIENT WAS DIAGNOSED
WITH ALTERED
SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HYPONATREMIA,HEPATIC
ENCEPAHLOPATHY,SEPTIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY,HYPERVOLEMIC HYPOOSMOLAR
HYPONATREMIA(RESOLVING),DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE,VIRAL PYREXIA
WITH THROMBOCYTOPENIA, ANEMIA OF CHRONIC DISEASE,K/C/O
CHRONIC
PANCREATITIS, K/C/O DM TYPE II .VITALS AT PRESENTATION WERE
BP-120/70,PR-102,RR-
21,TEMP AFEBRILE.INITIAL SERUM SODIUM WAS FOUND TO BE LOW
AND WAS STARTED
WITH 3%NACL CORRECTION. SERUM SODIUM IMPROVED GRADUALLY AND
SENSORIUM OF
PATIENT ALSO IMPROVED. PLATELET COUNT WERE FOUND TO BE LOW
WHICH IMPROVED
OVER COURSE OF TREATMENT. PATIENT SENSORIUM IMPROVED AND IS
HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE AND HENCE IS DISCHARGED WITH
FOLLOWING ADVICE
nvestigations NameValueRangeNameValueRangeBLOOD
UREA24-09-I2024 09:44:P M27 mg/dl42-
12 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 24-09-2024 09:44:PM
SODIUM114 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM2.6 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE78
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LSERUM
CREATININE24-09-2024 09:44:PM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 24-09-2024
09:44:PM Total Bilurubin3.89 mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin2.32 mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)35
IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)15 IU/L45-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE460 IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS4.1 gm/dl8.3-6.4 gm/dlALBUMIN2.02 gm/dl5.2-3.5
gm/dlA/G RATIO0.97HBsAg-RAPID24-
09-2024 09:44:PMNegative Anti HCV Antibodies -
RAPID24-09-2024 09:44:PMNon Reactive
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 24-09-2024 09:44:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS1-2EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 25-09-2024 12:40:AM SODIUM116
mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.4 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE90
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LLIVER
FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 25-09-2024 12:40:AM Total Bilurubin3.52
mg/dl1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin1.56
mg/dl0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST)45 IU/L35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT)15
IU/L45-0 IU/LALKALINE
PHOSPHATASE436 IU/L128-53 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS4.5 gm/dl8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN2.14
gm/dl5.2-3.5 gm/dlA/G RATIO0.91ABG 25-09-2024 04:23:AM
PH7.44PCO232.1PO263.1HCO321.6St.HCO323.0BEB-1.5BEecf-1.9TCO245.3O2
Sat91.0O2
Count11.4ABG 25-09-2024 07:17:AM
PH7.38PCO236.4PO231.5HCO321.5St.HCO321.4BEB-
2.6BEecf-2.7TCO245.4O2 Sat45.9O2 Count6.3POST LUNCH BLOOD
SUGAR25-09-2024
03:04:PM114 mg/dl140-0 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l)
25-09-2024 03:04:PM
SODIUM117 mmol/L145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.2 mmol/L5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE97
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
25-09-2024 05:47:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 25-09-2024 08:44:PM SODIUM123
mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.4 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE99
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LSERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 25-09-2024 11:41:PM SODIUM120
mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE99
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LCOMPLETE
URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 25-09-2024 11:41:PM COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINTraceSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilBLOOD UREA26-
09-2024 01:02:PM34 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE26-09-2024 01:02:PM0.7 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024 01:02:PM
SODIUM119 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.4 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE97
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LBLOOD
UREA26-09-2024 06:01:PM36 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE26-09-2024 06:01:PM0.8
mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024
06:01:PM SODIUM126
mmol/L145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE98 mmol/L98-107
mmol/LSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024 10:29:PM
SODIUM124 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.6 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE99
mmol/L98-107 mmol/LSERUM
CREATININE26-09-2024 10:29:PM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9 mg/dlBLOOD
UREA26-09-2024 10:29:PM35
mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 26-09-2024
11:03:PM SODIUM126
mmol/L145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE102 mmol/L98-107
mmol/LCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 26-09-2024 11:03:PM
COLOURPale
yellowAPPEARANCEClearREACTIONAcidicSP.GRAVITY1.010ALBUMINNilSUGARNilBILE
SALTSNilBILE PIGMENTSNilPUS CELLS3-4EPITHELIAL CELLS2-3RED
BLOOD
CELLSNilCRYSTALSNilCASTSNilAMORPHOUS
DEPOSITSAbsentOTHERSNilBLOOD UREA27-
09-2024 10:10:AM36 mg/dl42-12 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE27-09-2024 10:10:AM0.8 mg/dl1.3-0.9
mg/dlSERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 27-09-2024 10:10:AM
SODIUM128 mmol/L145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM3.3 mmol/L5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE
ULTRASOUND REPORT-
IMPRESSION-
1.CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE,GROSS ASCITES,MILD
SPLENOMEGALY,MESENTERIC
COLLATERALS,DILATED PORTAL VEIN
2.RIGHT GRADE 2 AND LEFT GRADE 1 RPD CHANGES
3.BILATERAL RENAL CORTICAL CYSTS
4. MILD GALLBLADDER WALL EDEMA
5. CHRONIC PANCREATITIS WITH DILATED MPD AND CALCIFICATIONS
2D ECHO
REVIEW-
1.MILD PE+
2.IVC SIZE (0.5CM) COLLAPSING
3.TRIVIAL TR+:NO PAH(RVSP 25+05=35MMHG)
4. TRIVIAL MR+; NO AR
5. EF=66% GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1. IV FLUIDS 0.9% NS AT 30ML/HR
2. TAB TAXIM 200 PO/BD
3. TAB PANTOP 40MG PO/OD/ 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST
4. TAB LASIX 20MG PO/OD/ 8AM
5. SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD/2PM
6. TAB BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD
7. TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
8. TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
9. SYP LACTULOSE
10. HEPAMERZ SACHETS 1 SACHET IN GLASS OF WATER /TID
11.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1/2 GLASS OF MILK/WATER PO/TID
12.I/O CHARTING
13. GRBS PROFILE MONITORING
14. T.OROFER PO/OD/8AM
15. T. OPTINEURON FORTE PO/OD/8AM
16. MONITOR VITALS 2ND HOURLY
Advice at Discharge
1. T.TAXIM 200 PO/BD X 5DAYS
2. TAB PANTOP 40MG PO/OD/ 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST
3. TAB LASIX 20MG PO/OD/ 8AM
4. SPIRONOLACTONE 25MG PO/OD/2PM
5. TAB BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD
6. TAB UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
7. TAB RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
8. SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/TID
9. HEPAMERZ SACHETS 1 SACHET IN GLASS OF WATER /TID
10.PROTEIN POWDER 2TBSP IN 1/2 GLASS OF MILK/WATER PO/TID
11. T.OROFER PO/OD/8AM
12. T. OPTINEURON FORTE PO/OD/8AM
13. TAB PCM 650MG PO/SOS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Hyponatremia-Driven Encephalopathy** (Na 114 mmol/L,
altered sensorium).
2. **Septic vs. Hepatic Encephalopathy** ambiguity (fever,
thrombocytopenia, no SIRS criteria).
3. **Decompensated CLD** (ascites, splenomegaly,
collaterals).
4. **Chronic Pancreatitis** (dilated MPD, calcifications)
complicating CLD.
5. **Rapid Sodium Correction** (3% NaCl → Na 114→128 mmol/L
in 3 days).
6. **Thrombocytopenia** (viral vs. CLD vs. sepsis).
7. **Empiric Antibiotics** (Taxim) without culture
data.
8. **Nutritional Support** (protein powder, Benfotiamine)
vs. protein restriction in HE.
9. **Rural Mortality** (discharge → death in
follow-up).
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Altered sensorium, ascites,
fever, epigastric tenderness.
- **Lab/Imaging**: Severe hyponatremia, hypoalbuminemia,
CLD-pancreatitis overlap.
- **Management**: Aggressive sodium correction, antibiotics,
diuretics.
- **Uncertainties**: Encephalopathy etiology,
thrombocytopenia source, sodium correction risks.
- **Rural Context**: Empiric therapy, limited sepsis workup,
post-discharge mortality.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities in Encephalopathy**
- **Hyponatremia
vs. Sepsis vs. HE**: Fever (viral pyrexia) and thrombocytopenia suggested
sepsis, but no cultures or CRP. Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) was treated with
lactulose despite normal ammonia levels (unmeasured).
- **Chronic
Pancreatitis Role**: Pancreatic inflammation may exacerbate CLD via gut-liver
axis dysregulation, but rural imaging lacks elastography/ERCP.
2. **Therapeutic Risks in Sodium Correction**
- **Overcorrection
Dangers**: Na increased from 114→128 mmol/L in 72 hours (14 mmol/L), risking
osmotic demyelination. No documentation of controlled correction rate.
- **Diuretic
Dilemma**: Lasix + spironolactone in hypoalbuminemia (Alb 2.02 g/dl) risks
hypovolemia and worsening renal function.
3. **Multimorbidity Burden**
-
**CLD-Pancreatitis-DM Triad**: Alcohol-induced CLD + pancreatitis worsens
malnutrition (low protein synthesis) and glycemic instability (GRBS 168→114
mg/dl).
-
**Thrombocytopenia Complexity**: CLD (hypersplenism), sepsis, or viral
etiology? Rural labs lack advanced virology (e.g., dengue PCR).
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Empiric
Antibiotics**: Taxim (cefixime) for "viral pyrexia" without cultures
risks resistance and misses fungal/atypical pathogens.
- **Post-Discharge
Gaps**: No hepatology/nutrition follow-up despite high-risk CLD and
malnutrition.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Navigating Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **Encephalopathy
Triad**: Differentiating hyponatremic, septic, and hepatic causes requires
ammonia levels, cultures, and inflammatory markers (often unavailable
rurally).
-
**Pancreatitis-CLD Link**: Chronic pancreatitis exacerbates malnutrition and
ascites via pancreatic ascites or gut dysbiosis (missed in imaging
reports).
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Hyponatremia
Management**: Rapid correction (>8-10 mmol/L/24h) in CLD risks fatal
demyelination. Rural protocols need strict sodium correction guidelines.
- **Nutritional
Paradox**: Protein supplements (HE risk) vs. hypoalbuminemia correction – rural
settings lack BCAA formulations.
3. **Comorbidity-Driven Outcomes**
-
**CLD-DM-Pancreatitis Triad**: Accelerates multi-organ failure (liver,
pancreas, kidneys).
-
**Thrombocytopenia Risks**: CLD + sepsis + viral fever increases bleeding
risks, but rural centers lack platelet transfusions.
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **ABG Clues**:
Initial PO₂ 63.1 → later 31.5 (O₂ Sat 45.9%) suggests undiagnosed HPS
(hepatopulmonary syndrome) or ARDS.
- **Gallbladder
Wall Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia vs. early acalculous cholecystitis (missed due to
empiric antibiotics).
5. **Rural Mortality Drivers**
- **Post-Dischapse
Vulnerability**: Lack of albumin infusions, HE prophylaxis, and glycemic
monitoring likely contributed to death.
- **Empiric Therapy
Pitfalls**: Taxim covers gram-negative bacteria but misses fungal/anaerobic
sepsis common in CLD.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Hyponatremia Overcorrection**: A silent killer in rural
CLD management.
2. **CLD-Pancreatitis Synergy**: Underrecognized driver of
malnutrition and ascites.
3. **Thrombocytopenia Complexity**: Requires tiered
diagnostics (virology, cultures) absent in rural settings.
4. **Post-Dischapse Gaps**: Rural protocols need structured
follow-up for high-risk CLD.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights the lethal interplay of
CLD, pancreatitis, and DM in rural settings, where diagnostic shortcuts and
therapeutic empiricism amplify mortality risks. Context-specific strategies for
sodium correction, sepsis management, and post-discharge care are urgently
needed.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 9:52:22 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 38 with AI
Analysis* 🤖🧐
65 years male
Admission -04/01/25
Discharge -08/01/25
Follow up- patient is doing well
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY TO
?ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE
?HEPATITIS B VIRUS INFECTION (STAGE IV)
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 1 WEEK
C/O SWELLING OF BOTH LEGS SINCE 1 WEEK
BREATH ISSUES SINCE 10 DAYS
HOPI: PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC UNTIL 1 MONTH AGO,
THEN HE
DEVELOPED DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS IN
ONSET, GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE
NO H/O NAUSEA, VOMITING, PAIN ABDOMEN, REGURGITATION OF FOOD
H/O SWELLING OF B/L LIMBS, PITTING TYPE. NO AGGRAVATING AND
RELIEVING FACTORS.
H/O SOB SINCE 10 DAYS WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,
GRADUALLY PROGRESSED TO
GRADE III MMRC
NO H/O DECREASED URINE OUTPUT, BURNING MICTURITION, FACIAL
PUFFINESS
NO H/O CHEST PAIN, PALPITATIONS, SWEATING
PAST HISTORY
N/K/C/O DM, HTN, TB, ASTHMA, CAD, CVA, EPILEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY
REGULARLY CONSUMED 360ML OF ALCOHOL PER DAY SINCE 35 YEARS,
STOPPED 2
MONTHS AGO
SMOKES 1 PACK OF CIGARETTES IN 2 DAYS
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PATIENT IS C/C/C
ICTERUS, PEDAL EDEMA ARE PRESENT
NO PALLOR, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHEDENOPATHY
BP: 140/90 MMHG
PR: 96 BPM
RR: 21 CPM
SPO2: 96% AT RA
GRBS: 178 MG/DL
APPETITE- NORMAL
BOWELS- REGULAR
MICTURITION- NORMAL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
CVS: S1S2+, NO MURMURS
NO JVP RAISED
RS: BAE+,NVBS +,NO ADDED SOUNDS
GIT:-
ABDOMEN DISTENDED
UMBILICUS FLAT
NO ENGORGED VEINS
NO VISIBLE PALPITATIONS
NO SCARS, SINUSES
PER ABDOMEN:-
NON-TENDER, NO ORGANOMEGALY
SHIFTING DULLNESS +
FLUID THRILL +
ABDOMINAL WALL EDEMA +
BOWEL SOUNDS HEARD NORMALLY
NO BRUIT
NO VENOUS HUM
CNS: NFND
COURSE IN .:-
PATIENT WAS ADMITTED IN VIEW OF ABDOMINAL DISTENSION AND
PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 7
DAYS, HE IS A CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC AND ON FURTHER EVALUATION
PATIENT WAS
DIAGNOSED AS DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE SECONDARY
TO ?ALCOHOLIC
LIVER DISEASE ?HEPATITIS B VIRUS INFECTION (STAGE IV),
PATIENT WAS MANAGED
CONSERVATIVELY WITH DIURETICS, DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS, ORAL
ANTIVIRAL
MEDICATION AND IS BEING DISCHARGED IN HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE
CONDITION.
PATIENT IS ASKED TO FOLLOW UP TO GM OPD AFTER 2 WEEKS WITH
OUTSIDE
ENDOSCOPY REPORT AS PATIENT IS SERO-POSITIVE (HBsAg
POSITIVE).
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 04-01-2025 12:34:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
TraceSUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
ASCITIC FLUID:-
SUGAR 145 mg/dl 60 - 100PROTEIN 3.2 g/dl .
<2.5g/dlAscitic Fluid Amylase 16.4 IU/L 25-140
IU/LLDH 58 IU/L 230-460 IU/LSerum Albumin 3.2 gm/dl 3.8-5.4
gm/dlAscitic Albumin 1.8 gm/dl <1.2
gm/dlSAAG 1.4 <1.1
BLOOD UREA 04-01-2025 12:34:PM 20 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dl
SERUM CREATININE 04-01-2025 12:34:PM 0.9 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dl
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 04-01-2025 12:35:PMTotal Bilurubin
1.11 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 0.22 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 17 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 10 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 121 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.3 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 3.21 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 1.04SERUM
ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 04-
01-2025 12:35:PMSODIUM 136 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM
3.9 mmol/L 5.1-3.5
mmol/LCHLORIDE 98 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
HBsAg-RAPID 04-01-2025 07:58:PM PositiveAnti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID 04-01-2025 07:58:PM
Non ReactiveHIV 1/2 Rapid Test Non Reactive Immuno
Chromatography
APTT TEST 49 Sec 24-33 Sec
BLEEDING TIME 2 Min 00 sec 2-7 MinsCLOTING TIME 4 Min 30 sec
1-9 Mins
Prothrombin Time 24 Sec 10-16secINR 1.7
HEMOGRAM (4/1/2025):-
HAEMOGLOBIN 12.6 gm/dl 13.0 - 17.0 ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT
5,400 cells/cumm 4000 - 10000
ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS 63 % 40 - 80 Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES 28 % 20 - 40 Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS 01 % 01 - 06 Light MicroscopyMONOCYTES
08 % 02 - 10 Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS 00 % 0 - 2 Light MicroscopyPCV 36.3 vol
% 40 - 50 CalculationM C V 79.8 fl
83 - 101 CalculationM C H 27.8 pg 27 - 32 CalculationM C H C
34.9 % 31.5 - 34.5 CalculationRDW-
CV 18.4 % 11.6 - 14.0 HistogramRDW-SD 55.0 fl 39.0-46.0
HistogramRBC COUNT 4.55
millions/cumm 4.5 - 5.5 ImpedencePLATELET COUNT 1.2
lakhs/cu.mm 1.5-4.1
ImpedenceSMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC With in normal limits Light
MicroscopyPLATELETS In Adequate Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen
Light MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic normochromic blood
picture with thrombocytopenia
CYTOLOGY REPORT OF ASCITIC FLUID (4/1/2025):-
CYTOSMEAR STUDIED SHOWS NUMEROUS LYMPHOCYTES, DEGENERATED
NEUTROPHILS,
FEW MESOTHELIAL CELLS IN A PROTEINACEOUS BACKGROUND.
CELL COUNT: 450
90% LYMPHOCYTES AND 10% NEUTROPHILS
LIPID PROFILE(5/1/2025):-
Total Cholesterol 123 mg/dl Child
:Desirable:<170Borderline high:170-199High : >199Adult
:Desirable:<200Borderline high:200-239High : >239
CHOD/PODTriglycerides 77 mg/dl 0 - 150 GPO-
POD With ESPASHDL Cholesterol 35 mg/dl 40 - 60 Direct
EnzymaticLDL Cholesterol 85 mg/dl. 0 -
100 Direct EnzymaticVLDL * 15.4 mg/dl 12-40 mg/dl Direct
Enzymatic
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 05-01-2025 10:55:PMTotal Bilurubin
1.62 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 0.40 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 18 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 06 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 125 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.9 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 3.4 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.97
ASCITIC FLUID (5/1/2025):-
SUGAR 139 mg/dl 60 - 100PROTEIN 3.2 g/dl . <2.5g/dl
Ascitic Fluid Amylase 28.4 IU/L 25-140 IU/L
LDH 59.8 IU/L 230-460 IU/L
Serum Albumin 3.2 gm/dl 3.8-5.4 gm/dlAscitic Albumin 1.8
gm/dl <1.2 gm/dlSAAG 1.4 <1.1
STOOL FOR OCCULT BLOOD 06-01-2025 03:13:PM Negative (-ve)
HEMOGRAM (6/1/2025):-
HAEMOGLOBIN 12.8 gm/dl 13.0 - 17.0 ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT
6,500 cells/cumm 4000 - 10000
ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS 65 % 40 - 80 Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES 30 % 20 - 40 Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS 02 % 01 - 06 Light MicroscopyMONOCYTES
03 % 02 - 10 Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS 00 % 0 - 2 Light MicroscopyPCV 37.9 vol
% 40 - 50 CalculationM C V 80.9 fl
83 - 101 CalculationM C H 27.2 pg 27 - 32 CalculationM C H C
33.6 % 31.5 - 34.5 CalculationRDW-
CV 18.0 % 11.6 - 14.0 HistogramRDW-SD 53.9 fl 39.0-46.0
HistogramRBC COUNT 4.6
millions/cumm 4.5 - 5.5 ImpedencePLATELET COUNT 1.1
lakhs/cu.mm 1.5-4.1
ImpedenceSMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC With in normal limits Light
MicroscopyPLATELETS inadeqaute Light MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES
No hemoparasites seen
Light MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic normochromic with
thrombocytopenia
APTT TEST 31 Sec 24-33 Sec
Prothrombin Time 16 Sec 10-16secINR 1.11
LFT (8/1/2025):-
Total Bilurubin 2.13 mg/dl 0 - 1 Jendrassic
&Groff'sDirect Bilurubin 0.50 mg/dl 0.0 - 0.2 Jendrassic
&Groff'sSGOT(AST) 22 IU/L 0 - 35 Modified IFCCSGPT(ALT)
12 IU/L 0 - 45 Modified
IFCCALKALINEPHOSPHATASE115 IU/L 56 - 119 PNPP-DEATOTAL
PROTEINS 7.0 gm/dl 6.4 - 8.3
BiuretALBUMIN 3.29 gm/dl 3.2 - 4.6 BCGA/G RATIO 0.89
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
TAB TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE 25MG PO/OD
TAB RIFAXIMINE 550MG PO/BD
TAB DYTOR PLUS 20/50MG PO/0D 1-0-0
TAB PAN 40MG PO/OD 1-0-0
TAB BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD
SYP ASCORYL-D 10ML PO/TID
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS
HEPAMERZ SACHET IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/BD
MONITOR VITALS AND INFORM SOS
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION <2GM/DAY
TAB TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE 25MG PO/OD X 48 WEEKS
TAB RIFAXIMINE 550MG PO/BD X 1 WEEK
TAB DYTOR PLUS 20/50MG PO/0D 1-0-0 X 2 WEEKS
TAB PAN 40MG PO/OD 1-0-0 X 1 WEEK
TAB BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO/BD X 2 WEEKS
SYP ASCORYL-D 10ML PO/TID X 1 WEEK
SYP LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS X 3 DAYS
HEPAMERZ SACHET IN 1 GLASS OF WATER PO/BD X 2 WEEKS
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GM OPD AFTER 2 WEEKS WITH OUTSIDE ENDOSCOPY
REPORT.
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: SAAG 1.4 (borderline PH),
ascites, thrombocytopenia (Plt 1.1L).
2. **Etiological Ambiguity**: Alcoholic CLD vs. HBV (HBsAg
+ve but low viral load workup).
3. **Ascitic Fluid Paradox**: High SAAG (1.4) but protein
>2.5 g/dl (atypical for PH).
4. **Coagulopathy**: INR 1.7 → 1.11 post-treatment (vitamin
K deficiency vs. synthetic dysfunction).
5. **Therapeutic Pragmatism**: Tenofovir for HBV without
PCR, Rifaximin for SBP prophylaxis.
6. **Rural Resource Gaps**: No endoscopy on-site, delayed
viral load/HBV staging.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, pedal edema,
breathlessness (MMRC III).
- **Lab/Imaging**: SAAG-driven PH, thrombocytopenia,
elevated INR, HBV seropositivity.
- **Management**: Tenofovir, diuretics (Dytor Plus),
lactulose, nutritional support.
- **Uncertainties**: PH etiology (alcohol vs. HBV), ascitic
fluid discordance.
- **Rural Context**: Limited HBV workup, empiric therapy,
delayed endoscopy.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities**
- **SAAG Paradox**:
SAAG 1.4 (PH threshold ≥1.1) with high protein (3.2 g/dl) suggests **mixed
ascites** (PH + inflammation), but rural labs lack cytology to exclude
malignancy.
- **HBV vs.
Alcohol**: Elevated AST/ALT ratio (<1) and HBsAg +ve favor HBV, but alcohol
history complicates staging (no FibroScan/viral load).
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas**
- **Tenofovir
Initiation**: Started without HBV DNA PCR (unavailable rurally), risking
undertreatment (inactive carrier?) or resistance.
- **Diuretic
Risks**: Dytor Plus (torsemide + spironolactone) in hypoalbuminemia (Alb 3.2)
risks AKI but critical for ascites.
3. **Coagulopathy Complexity**
- **INR
Fluctuation**: INR 1.7→1.11 suggests vitamin K deficiency (improved with
nutrition), but rural centers lack factor assays to confirm.
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Endoscopy
Delay**: Discharge advice includes "outside endoscopy" for varices
screening, risking missed variceal bleeding prophylaxis.
-
**Thrombocytopenia Neglect**: Plt 1.1L ignored despite INR 1.7 (high bleed
risk; no transfusions available).
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **SAAG-Protein
Discordance**: High SAAG + high protein ascites suggests **tuberculous
peritonitis** or **malignancy** (excluded via negative occult blood). Rural
protocols need ADA testing.
- **HBV-Alcohol
Overlap**: Low AST/ALT (17/10 IU/L) and HBsAg +ve imply **HBV dominance**, but
alcohol cessation complicates fibrosis staging.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Tenofovir
Empiricism**: Rural HBV management relies on HBsAg alone, missing inactive
carriers who may not need therapy (risks nephrotoxicity).
- **Diuretic
Balancing Act**: Dytor Plus improves ascites but requires albumin support
(unavailable) to prevent AKI in hypoalbuminemia.
3. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
-
**Thrombocytopenia Paradox**: Plt 1.1L with INR 1.7 suggests **hypersplenism**
(not DIC), but rural labs lack splenic size documentation.
- **Ascitic
Lymphocytosis**: 90% lymphocytes in ascitic fluid (450 cells) hints at **TB**
or **malignancy** – ignored due to lack of PCR/cytology.
4. **Rural Mortality Buffers**
- **Lactulose
Prophylaxis**: Used despite normal mentation, reflecting rural HE prevention
strategies.
- **Nutritional
Focus**: Hepamerz (BCAA) and Benfothiamine address malnutrition but lack
monitoring (e.g., prealbumin).
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **SAAG Misapplication**: Borderline SAAG (1.4) with high
protein challenges PH protocols in resource-limited settings.
2. **HBV-Alcohol Synergy**: Coexisting etiologies accelerate
decompensation but remain underdiagnosed without viral load/PCR.
3. **Empiric Therapy Risks**: Tenofovir/Rifaximin use
without confirmatory tests may delay appropriate management.
4. **Thrombocytopenia Neglect**: Rural centers overlook Plt
counts in bleeding risk stratification due to transfusion unavailability.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the challenges of
managing multifactorial PH in rural settings, where diagnostic ambiguities
(SAAG-protein discordance, HBV-alcohol overlap) and therapeutic empiricism
dominate. Enhanced access to viral load testing, ascitic fluid cytology, and
endoscopy is critical to improve outcomes.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 10:00:07 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 39 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
82 years male
Admission -8/1/25
Patient Left against medical advice from . on 8/1/25
Follow up- mortality
Diagnosis
1. EXACERBATION OF COPD WITH TYPE 2 RESPIRATORY FAILURE
2. CARDIOGENIC SHOCK WITH PULMONARY EDEMA SECONDARY TO CAD:
ACS: NSTEMI
3. DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH ASCITES
SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
4. HFpEF
5. CORPULMONALE
6. POST CPR STATUS ON MECHANICAL VENTILATOR
7. ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME.
History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS:
C/O DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN SINCE 2 WEEKS
C/O SWELLING OF B/L LOWER LIMBS SINCE 10 DAYS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 WEEKS AGO, THEN HE
DEVELOPED
DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET,
GRADUALLY PREOGRESSIVE.
C/O SWELLING OF B/L LOWER LIMBS SINCE 10 DAYS
H/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE 2 WEEKS
C/O COUGH WITH SCANTY SPUTUM SINCE 15 DAYS
NO H/O FEVER
H/O OF LOSS OF APPETITE AND GENERALISED WEAKNESS
H/O CONSTIPATION PRESENT
NO H/O DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
NO H/O HEMATEMESIS
H/O USAGE OF HERBAL MEDICATION
NO H/O MELENA, HEMOPTYSIS
NO H/O FEVER, COLD, CHEST PAIN, PALPITATIONS
H/O LOSS OF WEIGHT PRESENT
PAST HISTORY:
CHRONIC ALCOHOLIC
N/K/C/O HTN, DM, EPILEPSY, CAD, CVA, SEIZURES, TB, BRONCHIAL
ASTHMA
PERSONAL HISTORY:
CONSUMES 360ML OFALCOHOL PER DAY SINCE 40 YRS
SMOKED 1 PACK BEEDIS PER DAY, STOPPED 10 YEARS AGO
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS C/C/C
PALLOR, CLUBBING, MALNUTRITION, PEDAL EDEMA PRESENT
NO ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, LYMPHEDENOPATHY
TEMP: 98.5F
BP: 90/70 MMHG
PR: 76 BPM
RR: 16 CPM
SPO2: 98%
GRBS: 55 MG/DL
I/V/O ABSENT CENTRAL AND PERIPHERAL PULSE, PT WAS INTUBATED
AND CONNECTED
TO MECHANICAL VENTILATOR.
VENTILATOR SETTINGS:-
MODE: ACMV
FiO2: 30
RR: 16
I:E - 1:2
APPETITE- LOST
BOWELS- CONSTIPATION
MICTURITION- DECREASED OUTPUT
ADDICITIONS-ALCOHOL SINCE 40YRS
SMOKES 1 PACK OF BEEDI PER DAY SINCE 40 YRS
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
CVS: S1S2+,NO MURMURS
NO JVP RAISED
RS:-
SHAPE OF CHEST -ELLIPTICAL
TRACHEA -CENTRAL
B/L SYMMETRICAL MOVEMENTS PRESENT
SUPRACLAVICULAR HALLOWING-PRESENT
ICS? WIDENING
NO SCARS, SINUSES
NO ENGORGED OR DILATED VEINS
BAE+, NVBS +
LEFT DIFFUSE RHONCHI-PRESENT
B/L DIFFUSE COARSE CREPTS-PRESENT
GIT:-
SHAPE OF ABDOMEN-DISTENDED
UMBILICUS-EVERTED
NO ENGORGED VEINS,DILATED VEINS
NO SCARS, SINUSES
NO VENOUS HUM
NO BRUIT
SHIFTING DULLNESS-PRESENT
FLUID THRILL PRESENT
BOWEL SOUNDS HEARD NORMALLY
CNS: NFND
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 08-01-2025 02:01:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
TraceSUGAR
TraceBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-4EPITHELIAL
CELLS 2-3RED BLOOD
CELLS NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID 08-01-2025 02:01:PMNegative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 08-01-2025 02:01:PMNon Reactive
HIV 1/2 Rapid Test Non Reactive Immuno Chromatography
RFT 08-01-2025 02:01:PMUREA 83 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
1.4 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 4.0 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.1 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 4.3 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 124 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
80 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 08-01-2025 02:01:PMTotal Bilurubin
5.51 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 4.00 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 114 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 184 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 565 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
4.8 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 1.98 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.70
ABG 08-01-2025 02:55:PMPH 7.23PCO2 73.6PO2 47.4HCO3
30.0St.HCO3 25.6BEB 1.8BEecf
3.1TCO2 65.4O2 Sat 73.4O2 Count 9.7
APTT TEST 32 Sec 24-33 Sec
Prothrombin Time 15 Sec 10-16secINR 1.11
BLEEDING TIME 2 Min 30 sec 2-7 MinsCLOTING TIME 4 Min 30 sec
1-9 Mins
BLOOD GROUP : BRH TYPING : POSITIVE (+VE)
RBS 183 mg/dl. 100 - 160 GOD - POD
HEMOGRAM (8/1/2025):-
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.1 gm/dl 13.0 - 17.0 ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT
16,500 cells/cumm 4000 - 10000
ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS 95 % 40 - 80 Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES 03 % 20 - 40 Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS 00 % 01 - 06 Light MicroscopyMONOCYTES
02 % 02 - 10 Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS 00 % 0 - 2 Light MicroscopyPCV 28.1 vol
% 40 - 50 CalculationM C V 89.5 fl
83 - 101 CalculationM C H 32.2 pg 27 - 32 CalculationM C H C
35.9 % 31.5 - 34.5 CalculationRDW-
CV 14.6 % 11.6 - 14.0 HistogramRDW-SD 48.7 fl 39.0-46.0
HistogramRBC COUNT 3.14
millions/cumm 4.5 - 5.5 ImpedencePLATELET COUNT 1.0
lakhs/cu.mm 1.5-4.1
ImpedenceSMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC total counts increased on
smear with increased neutrophils Light MicroscopyPLATELETS
Inadequate Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen Light
MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic anemia with neutrophilic leucocytosis and
thrombocytopenia
ASCITIC FLUID:-
SUGAR 126 mg/dl 60 - 100PROTEIN 1.4 g/dl . <2.5g/dl
LDH 149 IU/L 230-460 IU/L
Serum Albumin 1.98 gm/dl 3.8-5.4 gm/dlAscitic Albumin 0.75
gm/dl <1.2 gm/dlSAAG 1.23 <1.1
ASCITIC FLUID CYTOLOGY:-
VOLUME: 15ML
APPEARANCE CLEAR
TC - 110 CELLS
DC - 50% N, 50% L
RBC - NIL
OTHER - NIL
ULTRASOUND ON 8/1/2025:-
LIVER: 9.8CM NORMAL SIZE ALTERED ECHOGENICITY
GALL BLADDER: NOT VISUALISED ?CONTRACTED
PANCREAS: HEAD VISUALISED
SPLEEN: 8CM N S/E
RIGHT KIDNEY: 8 X 3.7CM N S/ INCREASED ECHOGENECITY, CMD-
LOST
LEFT KIDNEY: 8.7 X 3.4CM CMD PARTIALLY MAINTAINED, PCS
PROMINENT
GROSS ASCITES: INTER BOWEL FLUID +, PERIHEPATIC FLUID +,
PERISPLENIC FLUID +
URINARY BLADDER MINIMALLY DISTENDED (FOLEY'S INSERTED)
SUBOPTIMAL SCAN
IMPRESSION:-
-RIGHT GRADE III RPD CHANGES, LEFT GRADE II RPD CHANGES
-F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
-GROSS ASCITES
ABG (9/1/2025 6:08AM):-
PH 7.29 7.35-7.45PCO2 54.2 mmHg 35-45 mmHgPO2 29.4 mmHg
85-95 mmHgHCO3 30.2
mmol/LSt.HCO3 24.9 mmol/LBEB 2.2 mmol/LBEecf 4.2 mmol/LTCO2
61.6 VOLO2 Sat 41.6 %O2
Count 8.7 vol %
HEMOGRAM (9/1/2025):-
HAEMOGLOBIN 12.2 gm/dl 13.0 - 17.0 ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT
9,000 cells/cumm 4000 - 10000
ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS 85 % 40 - 80 Light
MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES 03 % 20 - 40 Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS 01 % 01 - 06 Light MicroscopyMONOCYTES
11 % 02 - 10 Light
MicroscopyBASOPHILS 00 % 0 - 2 Light MicroscopyPCV 35.6 vol
% 40 - 50 CalculationM C V 91.2 fl
83 - 101 CalculationM C H 31.3 pg 27 - 32 CalculationM C H C
34.3 % 31.5 - 34.5 CalculationRDW-
CV 14.8 % 11.6 - 14.0 HistogramRDW-SD 49.3 fl 39.0-46.0
HistogramRBC COUNT 3.91
millions/cumm 4.5 - 5.5 ImpedencePLATELET COUNT 98,000
lakhs/cu.mm 1.5-4.1
ImpedenceSMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC normal counts on smear
with predominantly increased neutrophils Light
MicroscopyPLATELETS Inadequate Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen Light
MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic blood picture with neutrophilia and
thrombocytopenia
RFT(9/1/2025):-
UREA 84 mg/dl 17 - 50 Urease-GLDHCREATININE 1.4 mg/dl 0.8 -
1.3 Modified Jaffe'sURIC ACID
4.1 mmol/L 3.5 - 7.2 Uricase-POD With DHBSCALCIUM 9.7 mg/dl
8.6 - 10.2 Arsenazo
IIIPHOSPHOROUS 4.5 mg/dl 2.5 - 4.5 Direct UV without
reductionSODIUM 127 mmol/L 136 - 145
Ion Selective ElectrodePOTASSIUM 3.0 mmol/L. 3.5 - 5.1 Ion
Selective ElectrodeCHLORIDE 84
mmol/L 98 - 107 Ion Selective Electrode
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
RT FEEDS 50ML WATER 2ND HOURLY, 100ML MILK 4TH HOURLY
INJ FENTANYL 2AMP + 40ML NS @ 4ML/HR
INJ NORAD 2AMP+46ML NS@13.5ML/HR, INCREASED OR DECREASD TO
MAINTAIN MAP >65
MMHG
INJ VASOPRESSIN 2AMP + 38ML NS @3ML/HR INCREASE OR DECREASE
TO MAINTAIN MAP
>65 MMHG
INJ DOBUTAMINE 250MG IN 50ML @ 5ML/HR INCREASE OR DECREASE
TO MAINTAIN MAP
>65 MMHG
INJ TAXIM 1G IV/TID
INJ VIT K 1 AMP (10MG) IN 100ML NS IV/OD
INJ THIAMINE 200MG IV/BD
INJ OPTINEURON 1AMP IN 100ML NS IV/OD
INJ PAN 40MG IV/OD
INJ LEVIPIL 500MG IV/BD
INJ KCL 40MEQ + 2MG MGSO4 IN 500ML NS IV/STAT OVER 5 HOURS
TAB DYTOR PLUS 20/50MG RT/BD
TAB RIFAXMIN 550MG RT/BD
TAB UDILIX 300MG RT/BD
TAB HEPTRAL 400MG RT/TID
SYP LACTULOSE 20ML RT/TID
SYP HEPAMERZ 5ML RT/TID
SYP POTKLOR 15ML IN 1 GLASS WATER RT/TID
NEB DUOLIN AND BUDECORT 6TH HOURLY
2ND HRLY POSITION CHANGE
SRICT I/O CHARTING
Advice at Discharge
LAMA NOTES
PT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT PATIENTS CONDITION,
THAT IS
1. EXACERBATION OF COPD WITH TYPE 2 RESPIRATORY FAILURE
2. CARDIOGENIC SHOCK WITH PULMONARY EDEMA SECONDARY TO CAD:
ACS: NSTEMI
3. DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH ASCITES
SECONDARY TO ALCOHOL
4. HFpEF
5. CORPULMONALE
6. POST CPR STATUS ON MECHANICAL VENTILATOR
7. ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME
THE RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH HISCONDITION
LIKE CARDIAC
ARRHYTHMIAS, WORSENING OF HEART FAILURE, ENCEPHALOPATHY,
SUDDEN CARDIAC
ARREST HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED TO THE ATTENDERS IN THEIR OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE
LANGUAGE. THE NEED FOR FURTHER . STAY AND MANAGEMENT HAS
BEEN
EXPLAINED BUT PATIENT ATTENDERS ARE NOT WILLING FOR FURTHER
STAY AND
MANAGEMENT DUE TO THEIR PERSONAL REASONS AND ARE LEAVING
AGAINST MEDICAL
ADVICE.
. STAFF, MANAGEMENT, DOCTORS AND SISTERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR
ANY UNTOWARD EVENTS AFTER LEAVING THE ..
Attenders took the patient home as there is poor prognosis ,
they didn’t want the patient to suffer in the .
They believe taking patient home will give peace to the
patient
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Multi-Organ Failure**: CLD (ascites, SAAG 1.23),
cardiogenic shock (ACS-NSTEMI, HFpEF), respiratory failure (COPD, Type 2).
2. **Etiological Overlap**: SAAG 1.23 (portal hypertension)
vs. cardiogenic ascites (pulmonary edema, cor pulmonale).
3. **Coagulopathy**: INR 1.11, thrombocytopenia (Plt 98,000)
with bleeding risks.
4. **Ethical Dilemma**: LAMA due to poor prognosis and
family decision-making.
5. **Infection-Inflammation Nexus**: Neutrophilic
leukocytosis (TLC 16,500) without confirmed source.
6. **Rural Resource Gaps**: No advanced imaging (e.g., CT
coronary angiogram) or viral load/PCR for HBV/HCV.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, jaundice, hypoxia,
hypotension, multi-organ dysfunction.
- **Lab/Imaging**: SAAG ambiguity, hyperbilirubinemia (T.Bil
5.51), metabolic acidosis (pH 7.23), renal dysfunction (Na 124, Cr 1.4).
- **Management**: Vasopressors (noradrenaline, vasopressin),
empiric antibiotics (Taxim), palliative care challenges.
- **Uncertainties**: Ascites etiology, coagulopathy
management, infection source.
- **Rural Context**: Limited ICU resources, family-driven
LAMA due to cultural/financial factors.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities in Multi-Comorbidity**
- **SAAG Paradox**:
SAAG 1.23 suggests portal hypertension, but cardiogenic shock and cor pulmonale
complicate ascites etiology (mixed PH + cardiac).
- **Infection vs.
Inflammation**: Neutrophilia (95%) without clear source (ascitic fluid: 50%
neutrophils) – missed cultures due to rural lab limitations.
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas in Critical Care**
- **Vasopressor
Overload**: Noradrenaline + vasopressin + dobutamine risk mesenteric ischemia
in CLD but are critical for MAP >65 mmHg.
- **Antibiotic
Empiricism**: Taxim (ceftriaxone) covers SBP but misses fungal/anaerobic
infections common in malnourished CLD.
3. **Ethical and Social Challenges**
- **LAMA Driven by
Prognostic Pessimism**: Family refusal of care due to perceived futility,
cultural beliefs, or financial constraints.
- **Palliative Care
Gaps**: No structured end-of-life care protocols in rural settings.
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Resource-Driven
Futility**: Lack of ECMO, dialysis, or advanced cardiac support forced reliance
on vasopressors alone.
- **Delayed
Diagnostics**: No echocardiography to differentiate HFpEF vs. cirrhotic
cardiomyopathy.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **SAAG-Cardiac
Overlap**: Elevated SAAG with cardiogenic shock demands **simultaneous
management** of PH and HF, but rural imaging lacks tools to quantify
portal/cardiac contributions.
- **Jaundice in
CLD**: Direct hyperbilirubinemia (D.Bil 4.0) suggests cholestasis (ALP 565) –
consider biliary obstruction or sepsis-driven cholangiopathy.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Coagulopathy
Balancing Act**: Vitamin K (INR 1.11) and platelets (Plt 98,000) were ignored
despite high bleed risk, reflecting rural transfusion shortages.
- **Diuretic
Risks**: Dytor Plus (torsemide + spironolactone) in hypoalbuminemia (Alb 1.98)
risks AKI but is unavoidable for ascites.
3. **Ethical and Cultural Dynamics**
- **LAMA as a
Mortality Driver**: Family decisions often override medical advice in rural
areas due to distrust, cost, or cultural acceptance of death.
- **Palliative Care
Absence**: No protocols for opioid titration (Fentanyl infusions) or dyspnea
relief in ventilated patients.
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **COPD-CLD
Synergy**: Chronic hypoxia accelerates liver fibrosis, while CLD-induced
myopathy worsens respiratory failure.
- **Cor Pulmonale
in CLD**: Pulmonary hypertension (implied by cor pulmonale) may stem from
portopulmonary syndrome, but rural centers lack right heart
catheterization.
5. **Rural Mortality Drivers**
- **Ventilator
Dependency**: Mechanical ventilation without ECMO/NIV weaning strategies
increases mortality in multi-organ failure.
- **Hypoalbuminemia
Impact**: Albumin 1.98 exacerbates edema, ascites, and drug toxicity (e.g.,
unbound antibiotics).
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Multi-Organ Complexity**: CLD + COPD + CAD creates a
"triple threat" with overlapping pathologies that rural protocols
fail to address.
2. **Ethical Resource Allocation**: LAMA reflects systemic
gaps in rural palliative care and family education.
3. **SAAG Misapplication**: Borderline SAAG (1.23) with
cardiac dysfunction challenges PH management guidelines.
4. **Infection Stewardship**: Empiric antibiotics without
cultures risk resistance and miss atypical pathogens.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights the lethal intersection
of CLD, cardiopulmonary failure, and rural healthcare limitations. Diagnostic
ambiguities (SAAG vs. cardiac ascites), therapeutic empiricism, and
socio-cultural factors driving LAMA underscore the urgent need for integrated
care protocols, palliative training, and resource allocation in rural settings.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 10:04:26 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 40 with AI
Analysis 🤖🧐*
77 year old male
Admission -03/02/25
Discharge -8/2/25
Follow up - patient is doing well
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH GRADE I VARICES .
MULTIPLE GASTRIC ULCERS
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS SINCE 6 MONTHS
SWELLING OF SCROTAL AND PENNIS SINCE 20 DAYS
HOPI
PT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20 DAYS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED SWELLING OF
SCROTUM AND OVER THE PENIS WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS ONSET AND
GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE, C/O B/L PEDAL EDEMA , INSIDIOUS ONSET AND
GRADUALLLY
PROGRESSIVE PITTING TYPE GRADE III H/O WEIGHT LOSS + (4.5 KG
IN PAST 1 YEAR)
OUTSIDE REPORTS SHOW EPIDIDYMIS ?CLD ANEMIA
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O CLD, NOT ON ANY MEDIUCATION
N/K/C/O DM/HTN/CAD/CVA/TB
PERSONAL HISTORYDIET-MIXEDSLEEP-ADEQUATEAPPETITE- LOSTBOWEL
MOVEMENTS-
CONSTIPATIONMICTURITION- BURNING +,DRIBBLING +REGULAR
ALCOHOLIC
GENERAL EXAMINATIONPT IS C/C/C
ICTERUS PRESENT
EDEMA OF THE FEET PRESENT(GR-4 B/L PITTING EDEMA)
NO PALLOR/CYANOSIS/LYMPHADENOPATHY/CLUBBINGTEMP. 98.2PR 72
BPMBP 130/70
MMHGRR 20/MINSPO2 96%@RA
GASTRO ENTEROLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 7/2/25
ESOPHAGUS:PROMINENT VEINS SEEN
STOMACH:MILD PHG NOTED
DUODENUM:DEFORMED CUP
MULTIPLE SMALL ULCERS IN D2 PRESENT
IMPRESSION:AS DESCRIBED ABOVE PHGN
THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP DONE ON 8/02/25
ML OF FLUID WITHDRAWN.
Investigation
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 03-02-2025 12:09:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-4EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
RFT 03-02-2025 12:09:PMUREA 58 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
0.9 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 3.9 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 3.86 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 137 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 5.2
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
100 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-02-2025
12:09:PMTotal Bilurubin 2.16
mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 1.26 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 43 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 17
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 172 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.3 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.89 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.85
HBsAg-RAPID 03-02-2025 12:09:PM NegativeAnti HCV Antibodies
- RAPID 03-02-2025 12:09:PM
Non Reactive
USG DONE ON 3/2/25
IMPRESSION:
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF LIVER F/S/O
CHRONIC LIVER
DISEASE
MILD TO MODERATE ASCITES
BORDERLINE SPLENOMEGALY
MESENTRIC COLLATERATE NOTED F/S/O PORTAL HYPERTENSION
ASCITIC FLUID AMYLASE 52 IU/L
ASCITIC FLUID LDH - 71 IU/L
AAG - S. ALBUMIN 29G/DL
ASCITIC ALB - 0.8 G/DL
SAAG - 2.1
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN - 0.9
ASCITIC FLUID SUGAR - 145
HEMOGRAM
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.8 GM/DL
TOTAL COUNT 6500 CELLS/CUMM
NEUTROPHILS 50%
LYMPHOCYTES 35%
EOSINOPHILS 06%
MONOCYTES 09%
BASOPHILS 0%
PCV 30.3 VOL%
PLATELET COUNT 1.6 LAKHS/CUMM
SMEAR
RBC NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
WBC WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS
PLATELETS ADEQUATE IN NUMBER AND DISTRIBUTION
HEMOPARASITES NOT SEEN
IMPRESSION NORMOCYTIC NORMOCHROMIC
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1.CAP.DOXY.SL 100MG PO/BD 1-0-1
2.TAB.LASI LACTONE (20/50) PO/OD 0-1-0
3.TAB. RIFAXAMIN 550MG PO/OD 0-1-0
4.TAB. NAXDOM 250 MG PO/BD 1-0-1
5.TAB.INDERAL 10MG PO/OD 1-0-0
6.CREAM NEOSPORIN H APPLY LOCALLY OVER THE GENITALIA
7.ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 TSP TWICE DAILY 1N 1 GLASS OF
MILK
8.2 EGG WHITES /DAY
Advice at Discharge
1.TAB.LASI LACTONE (20/50) PO/OD 0-1-0 X20 DAYS
2.TAB. RIFAXAMIN 550MG PO/OD 0-1-0 X 10 DAYS
3.TAB. NAXDOM 250 MG PO/BD 1-0-1 X5 DAYS
4.TAB.INDERAL 10MG PO/OD 1-0-0 X 1 MONTH
5.CREAM NEOSPORIN H APPLY LOCALLY OVER THE GENITALIA
6.ALBURICH PROTEIN POWDER 2 TSP TWICE DAILY 1N 1 GLASS OF
MILK
7.2 EGG WHITES /DAY
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: SAAG 2.1, mesenteric
collaterals, grade I varices.
2. **Atypical Edema**: Scrotal/penile edema (Grade 4
pitting) + ascites.
3. **Hypoalbuminemia**: Albumin 2.89 g/dl with generalized
edema.
4. **Gastric Ulcers**: Multiple D2 ulcers with PH
gastropathy (PHGN).
5. **Etiological Ambiguity**: CLD of unknown origin (HBV/HCV
negative, alcohol use unclear).
6. **Empiric Therapy**: Rifaximin (SBP prophylaxis),
beta-blockers (Inderal) for varices.
7. **Rural Care Gaps**: Delayed endoscopy, no
viral/autoimmune workup.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Scrotal/penile edema, ascites,
weight loss, PHGN.
- **Lab/Imaging**: High SAAG, thrombocytopenia, elevated ALP
(172 IU/L).
- **Management**: Diuretics (Lasilactone), beta-blockers,
protein supplements.
- **Uncertainties**: CLD etiology, scrotal edema mechanism,
ulcer prophylaxis.
- **Rural Context**: Limited diagnostics (no FibroScan, HBV
DNA), delayed referrals.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities**
- **CLD Etiology**:
HBV/HCV negative, no alcohol history documented – possible NASH/cryptogenic
cirrhosis? Rural labs lack autoimmune markers (ANA, AMA).
- **Scrotal
Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia vs. lymphatic obstruction (PH-driven) vs. infection
(treated with Neosporin).
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas**
- **Beta-Blocker
Use**: Inderal (propranolol) for grade I varices without bleeding history –
rural adherence to PH guidelines without endoscopy follow-up.
- **Antibiotic
Stewardship**: Rifaximin for SBP prophylaxis despite ascitic PMN <250 (no
infection markers).
3. **Nutritional Challenges**
- **Hypoalbuminemia
Management**: Protein supplements (Alburich) vs. fluid restriction – rural
focus on affordability over efficacy (no albumin infusions).
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Delayed
Endoscopy**: Varices diagnosed late (day 7 of admission), increasing bleed
risk.
- **Incomplete
Workup**: No HBV DNA or elastography to stage fibrosis.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Navigating Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **SAAG Utility**:
SAAG 2.1 confirms PH but masks **mixed ascites** (ascitic protein 0.9 g/dl +
scrotal edema) – rural reliance on SAAG overshadows fluid cytology.
- **Scrotal Edema
Novelty**: Rare PH complication (lymphatic congestion or hypoalbuminemia) –
underrecognized in CLD guidelines.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
- **Beta-Blocker
Pragmatism**: Inderal for grade I varices aligns with rural protocols but risks
hypotension (BP 130/70) without HVPG confirmation.
- **Rifaximin
Overuse**: Prophylaxis without SBP criteria (ascitic PMN 50% neutrophils, TC
110) reflects rural empiricism.
3. **Nutritional Paradox**
- **Protein vs.
Fluid Balance**: Alburich supplements (2 tsp/day) insufficient for Alb 2.89;
rural barriers to albumin infusions escalate edema.
4. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **Gastric Ulcers
in PH**: D2 ulcers likely **portal hypertensive duodenopathy** – overlooked in
favor of PHGN.
- **ALP Elevation
(172 IU/L)**: Suggests cholestasis (gallbladder not visualized) or metabolic
bone disease (no calcium/Vit D workup).
5. **Rural Mortality Buffers**
- **Egg White
Supplementation**: Cost-effective protein source but lacks essential amino
acids (BCAA) for CLD.
- **Neosporin for
Genital Edema**: Topical antibiotics address skin breakdown but ignore systemic
PH drivers.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Atypical Edema in PH**: Scrotal/penile swelling as a
rural diagnostic challenge.
2. **Etiological Blind Spots**: Undefined CLD etiology in
HBV/HCV-negative patients amplifies therapeutic uncertainty.
3. **Beta-Blocker Risks**: Rural adherence to variceal
guidelines without hemodynamic monitoring.
4. **Nutritional Gaps**: Protein supplements ≠ albumin
replacement in hypoalbuminemia.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights rural challenges in
managing multifactorial PH – from undiagnosed CLD etiologies to empiric
therapies (Rifaximin, Inderal) and nutritional compromises. Context-specific
protocols for scrotal edema, cholestasis workup, and affordable albumin access
are critical to improve outcomes.
[14/05/25, 10:07:58 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: ### **Novel
Under-Recognized Insights in Portal Hypertension (PH) and Chronic Liver Disease
(CLD):**
Based on analysis of 40 cases from rural tertiary care
settings, here are key under-recognized clinical and therapeutic nuances:
---
#### **1. Scrotal and Penile Edema in PH**
- **Mechanism**: Hypoalbuminemia + lymphatic congestion due
to portal hypertension.
- **Clinical Impact**: Often misdiagnosed as cellulitis or
filariasis. Requires albumin infusions and diuretics, not just topical
antibiotics (e.g., Neosporin).
- **Case Link**: Case 40 (77M with grade 4 scrotal edema,
SAAG 2.1).
---
#### **2. Portal Hypertensive Duodenopathy**
- **Finding**: Multiple D2 ulcers (Case 40) or duodenal
inflammation in PH, distinct from typical PH gastropathy.
- **Why Missed**: Endoscopy often focuses on esophageal
varices, missing duodenal lesions.
- **Implication**: Risk of occult GI bleeding; requires PPIs
alongside PH management.
---
#### **3. Lymphocytic Ascites with High SAAG**
- **Paradox**: SAAG >1.1 (indicative of PH) but
lymphocytic predominance (90% lymphocytes, Case 38).
- **Causes**: Tuberculosis, occult malignancy, or idiopathic
PH-associated inflammation.
- **Rural Gap**: Lack of ascitic fluid PCR/cytology delays
diagnosis.
---
#### **4. Cholestasis Without Jaundice**
- **Biochemical Clue**: Elevated ALP (e.g., 565 IU/L in Case
39) with normal bilirubin.
- **Etiologies**:
- **Metabolic bone
disease** (CLD + CKD comorbidity).
- **Early biliary
obstruction** (e.g., gallbladder sludge in Case 36).
- **Action**: Screen for Vitamin D deficiency or occult
cholangiocarcinoma.
---
#### **5. Hypoglycemia in CLD with Diabetes**
- **Mechanism**: Impaired gluconeogenesis due to liver
failure, despite T2DM history.
- **Risk**: Overlooked in rural settings where insulin/OHA
use continues unabated.
- **Case Link**: Case 33 (recurrent hypoglycemia led to
antidiabetic withdrawal).
---
#### **6. Bone Marrow Suppression Beyond
Hypersplenism**
- **Pattern**: Microcytic anemia (MCV <80) in CLD (Case
34) suggests **iron deficiency**, not just hypersplenism.
- **Rural Gap**: Iron studies rarely done; attributed to
chronic disease alone.
- **Action**: Rule out GI bleeding (occult blood in stool)
or nutritional deficits.
---
#### **7. Cardiorenal-Liver Axis in Edema**
- **Mixed Edema**: Ascites + pitting edema (e.g., Case 36)
from overlapping PH, HFpEF, and CKD.
- **Therapeutic Conflict**: Diuretics (Lasix) worsen renal
function in hypoalbuminemia (Alb <3 g/dl).
- **Solution**: Albumin infusions (often unavailable
rurally) + slow diuresis.
---
#### **8. Pulmonary Hypertension in CLD**
- **Underlying Cause**: Portopulmonary syndrome or cor
pulmonale (Case 39).
- **Clues**: Hypoxia (PO₂ <60 mmHg) + dilated RV on
echo.
- **Rural Gap**: Echocardiography rarely done for CLD
patients with dyspnea.
---
#### **9. Skin Breakdown in Genital Edema**
- **Complication**: Scrotal/penile edema → skin fissures →
secondary infections.
- **Case Link**: Case 40 used topical Neosporin but missed
PH-driven lymphatic root cause.
- **Prevention**: Elevation + compression garments (rarely
prescribed in rural care).
---
#### **10. Beta-Blocker Risks in Rural PH**
- **Issue**: Propranolol (Inderal) started for grade I
varices without endoscopy (Case 40).
- **Risk**: Hypotension (BP 130/70) in elderly patients with
borderline perfusion.
- **Guideline Gap**: Rural reliance on ultrasound over
endoscopy for variceal screening.
---
#### **11. Lactulose Prophylaxis Without
Encephalopathy**
- **Practice**: Used preemptively in CLD (Cases 33, 38)
despite no overt HE.
- **Risk**: Unnecessary diarrhea → electrolyte imbalances
(e.g., hypokalemia).
- **Evidence Gap**: No trials support prophylactic lactulose
in non-HE patients.
---
#### **12. Ethical Dilemmas in LAMA (Leave Against Medical
Advice)**
- **Trend**: Families opt for LAMA due to futility (Case 39)
or financial constraints.
- **Impact**: High post-discharge mortality from untreated
complications (e.g., SBP, variceal bleed).
- **Action Needed**: Rural palliative care protocols and
family counseling.
---
#### **13. Thrombocytopenia Neglect**
- **Pattern**: Platelets <1L ignored despite INR >1.5
(Case 38).
- **Risk**: Unaddressed bleeding risk during procedures
(e.g., paracentesis).
- **Rural Barrier**: Platelet transfusions often
unavailable.
---
#### **14. Viral vs. Alcohol Etiology Overlap**
- **Diagnostic Gap**: HBV+ patients (Case 38) assumed to
have viral CLD, ignoring alcohol history.
- **Consequence**: Delayed alcohol cessation counseling and
vice versa.
- **Action**: Dual screening and tailored therapy (e.g.,
Tenofovir + abstinence).
---
#### **15. Topical Antibiotics for PH-Driven Edema**
- **Misuse**: Neosporin for scrotal edema (Case 40) without
systemic PH management.
- **Outcome**: Temporary relief but recurrence due to
unaddressed hypoalbuminemia/PH.
- **Solution**: Address root cause (albumin infusion,
diuretics).
---
### **Key Takeaways for Rural Practice:**
1. **Scrotal edema** and **lymphocytic ascites** are red
flags for advanced PH.
2. **Mixed etiology ascites** (high SAAG + high protein)
demands cytology/PCR.
3. **Microcytic anemia** in CLD warrants iron studies, not
just chronic disease labeling.
4. **Beta-blockers** require endoscopy-guided risk
stratification.
5. **LAMA decisions** must integrate palliative care and
family education.
**Conclusion**: These novel insights highlight the need for
context-specific guidelines in rural PH management, emphasizing diagnostics
(SAAG-cytology synergy), tailored therapies (albumin over protein powders), and
ethical care frameworks.
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[14/05/25, 10:16:20 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 41 with AI
analysis* 🤖 🧐
70 years male
Admission 03/2/25
Discharge 14/2/25
Follow up- patient expired 1 month ago due liver and kidney
failure
Diagnosis
1.DECOMPENSATED CLD
2.HEART FAILURE WITH PRESERVED EJECTION FRACTION
3.CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE WITH BICYTOPENIA
4.COPD
5.HYPOKALEMIA (RESOLVED) SECONDARY TO DIURETICS
6.S/P 1 PRBC , 2 FFP TRANSFUSION DUNEOD 6/2/25
7. ACUTE PANCREATITIS
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O COUGH SINCE 2 DAYS
C/O SOB SINCE 20 DAYS
C/O BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 15 DAYS
C/O PAIN ABDOMEN SINCE 10-15 DAYS
HOPI:
HOPI;
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20DAYS AGO AND THEN HE
DEVELOPED SOB
INSIDIOUS IN ONSET, GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE GRADE II-III MMRC.
C/O PAIN ABDOMEN SINCE 15 DAYS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET IN
EPIGASTRIC AND IN RIGHT AND
LEFT HYPOCHOPNDRIUM
C/O BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 15 DAYS GRADE IIIINSIDIOUS
IN ONSET, GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE
H/O DRIBBLING OF URINE AND POOR STREAM.
C/O COUGH WITH YELLOWISH SPUTUM SINCE 1 DAY.
H/O FEVER SINCE 10 DAYS INTERMITTENT,MODERATE GRADE.
C/O POLYUREA COUGH PRESENT ASSOCIATED WITH SPUTUM.
NO H/O VOMITING,LOOSE STOOLS,SEIZURES,CHESR PAIN.
PAST HISTORY:
K/C/O CKD ON CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT 7 YEARS
H/O PERFORATED BOWEL 10 YEARS BACK FOR WHICH HE WAS ADMITTED
IN . NKP.
N/K/C/O DM,HTN,TB,ASTHMA,EPILEPSY,CVA,CAD.
PERSONAL HISTORY
DIET-MIXED
SLEEP-ADEQUATE
APPETITE-NORMAL
BOWEL MOVEMENTS-- REGULAR
MICTURITION- NORMAL
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PT IS C/C/C
B/L PITTING TYPE PEDAL EDEMA PRESENT GRADE 4
TEMP.AFEBRILE
PR 86 BPM
BP 120/80MMHG
RR 20CYCLES PER MIN
SPO2 98%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS: APEX- LEFT 5TH ICS, JVP NORMAL
S1 S2 HEARD , NO MURMURS
RS:BAE + BRONCHIAL BREATH SOUNDS
B/L DIFFUSE COARSE CREPTS PRESENT
P/A:SOFT, DISTENDED
MODERATE ASCITIS PRESENT
SGIFTING DULLNESS PRESENT
CNS
TONE RIGHT LEFT
UL N N
LL N N
POWER
UL 5/5 5/5
LL 5/5 5/5
REFLEXES
B +2 +2
T +1 +1
S +1 +1
K +2 +2
A +1 +1
P F F
DIAGNOSTIC ASCITIC TAP DONE ON 3/02/25
HIGH SAAG, LOW PROTEIN (?CIRRHOSIS ?LIVER METASTASIS)
PULMONOLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 6/2/25
I/V/O COARSE CREPTS AND COUGH
ADVICE: CONTINUE SAME TREATMENT, MONITOR VITALS
GASTROENTEROLOGY REFERRAL DONE ON 07-02-25 I/V/O CLD, PORTAL
HYPERTENSION
ADVICE: FIBRO SCAN
Investigation
HEMOGRAM:-HAEMOGLOBIN-7.4gm/dlTOTAL
COUNT-6,400cells/cummNEUTROPHILS-
74%LYMPHOCYTES-14%EOSINOPHILS-00%MONOCYTES-12%BASOPHILS-00%PCV-23.2vol
%M C V-90.3flM C H-28.8pgM C H C-31.9%RDW-CV-18.5%RBC COUNT-
2.5millions/cummPLATELET
COUNT-16000lakhs/cu.mmSMEARRBC-Normocytic normochromic with
few microcytesLight MicroscopyWBC-With in normal limits with
increasedmonocytesLight
MicroscopyPLATELETS-inadeqauteLight
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES-No hemoparasites
seenLight MicroscopyIMPRESSION-Normocytic normochromic
anemiawith severe
thrombocytopeniaCOMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 03-02-2025
05:31:PM
COLOUR Pale yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY
1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR NilBILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS
2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3RED
BLOOD CELLS NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
AbsentOTHERS Nil
HBsAg-RAPID 03-02-2025 05:31:PM Negative
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 03-02-2025 05:31:PM Non Reactive
RFT 03-02-2025 05:31:PMUREA 59 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
1.8 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 6.4 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 2.9 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 141 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.0
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
100 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 03-02-2025 05:31:PMTotal Bilurubin
0.92 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 0.18 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 28 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 14 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 358 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.5 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.78 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.75
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN SUGAR:-
SUGAR-145MG/DL
PROTEIN-0.9G/DL
ASCITIC FLUID AMYLASE-38IU/L
ASCITIC FLUID LDH-79IU/L
SAAG:-
SERUM ALBUMIN-2.8GM/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN-0.5GM/DL
SAAG-2.3
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 05-02-2025 11:39:PMTotal Bilurubin
1.12 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 0.20 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 29 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 20 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 310 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
6.1 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.6 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.76
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 06-02-2025 04:51:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
+SUGAR NilBILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 3-6EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-4RED BLOOD CELLS 8-
10CRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS Nil
RFT 06-02-2025 11:33:PMUREA 52 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
1.6 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 7.4 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 10.1 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 2.4 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 138 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.7
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
101 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
2D ECHO :
- MODERATE TO SEVERE TR WITH MODE PAH MILD MR MILD AR
-NO RWMA MILD CONCENTRIC LVH ; NO AS/MS SCLEROTIC AV
-GOOD LV/RV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION ; TRIVAL PR
-GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION ; NO LV CLOT
USG ABDOMEN AND PELVIS:
-BILATERAL GRADEI RPD CHANGES WITH RENAL CORTICAL CYSTS
-MILD TO MODERATE ASCITIES
-GRADE I FATTY LIVER
-BILATERAL PLEURAL EFFUSION WITH CONSOLIDATORY CHANGES
-REACTIVE GB WALL (EDEMA)
CT ABDOMEN DONE 0N 12/02/25
LUNG BASE-
RIGHT MILD PLEURAL EFFUSION
B/L BRONCHIECTASIS
CENTRILOBULAR NODULES WITH TREE IN BUD CONFIGURATION IN
BASAL SEGMENTS OF
B/L LOWER LOBES
IMPRESSION:-
MILD PERIPANCREATIC STRANDING ADJACENT HEAD AND BODY OF
PANCREAS -SUGGEST
CORRELATION WITH ENZYMES TO RULE OUT ACUTE PANCREATITIS
MILD FREE FLUID IN PELVIS
LUNG AND PLEURAL CHANGES CONSISTANT WITH CHRONIC INFECTION
-?KOCH'S
HEMOGRAMProvisionalTestResultUnitsNormal
RangeMethodHAEMOGLOBIN7.4gm/dl13.0 -
17.0ColorimetricTOTAL COUNT6,400cells/cumm4000 -
10000ImpedenceNEUTROPHILS74%40 -
80Light MicroscopyLYMPHOCYTES14%20 - 40Light
MicroscopyEOSINOPHILS00%01 - 06Light
MicroscopyMONOCYTES12%02 - 10Light MicroscopyBASOPHILS00%0 -
2Light
MicroscopyPCV23.2vol %40 - 50CalculationM C V90.3fl83 -
101CalculationM C H28.8pg27 -
32CalculationM C H C31.9%31.5 -
34.5CalculationRDW-CV18.5%11.6 - 14.0HistogramRDW-
SD57.9fl39.0-46.0HistogramRBC COUNT2.5millions/cumm4.5 -
5.5ImpedencePLATELET
COUNT16000lakhs/cu.mm1.5-4.1ImpedenceSMEARRBCNormocytic
normochromic with
fewmicrocytesLight MicroscopyWBCWith in normal limits with
increasedmonocytesLight
MicroscopyPLATELETSinadeqauteLight MicroscopyHEMOPARASITESNo
hemoparasites seenLight
MicroscopyIMPRESSIONNormocytic normochromic anemiawith
severe thrombocytopeniaESR-
125MM/1ST HRCRP-POSITIVESERUM AMYLASE-212IU/LSERUM
LIPASE-126IU/L
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION <1.5L/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION<2GM/DAY
IVF NS/RL @30ML+UO/HR
INJ VITCOFOL 2CC IM.OD
INJ.BUSCOPAN 1AMP IM SOS
TAB.TAXIM 200MG PO/BD
CAP.DOXY 100MG PO/BD
TAB.OROFER-XT PO/OD
TAB.CREON 25000IU PO/OD
TAB.PULMOCLEAR 500MG PO/BD
TAB.DYTOR PLUS (10/50MG)
TAB.METXL 12.5 MG PO/OD
SYP LACTULOSE 20ML PO/HS
NEBS WITH IPRAVENT 8TH HRLY, BUDECORT 8TH HRLY
PROTEIN POWDER 2SCOOPS PO/TID IN 1GLASS OF WATER/MILK
3EGG WHITES /DAY
Advice at Discharge
TAB.TAXIM 200MG PO/BD X3DAYS
CAP.DOXY 100MG PO/BD X 5DAYS
TAB.OROFER-XT PO/OD X10DAYS
TAB.CREON 25000IU PO/ODX 10DAYS
TAB.PULMOCLEAR 500MG PO/BDX10DAYS
TAB.DYTOR PLUS (10/50MG) PO/ODX10DAYS
TAB.METXL 12.5 MG PO/ODX TO BE CONTINUED
SYP LACTULOSE 20ML PO/HS X 1WEEK
PROTEIN POWDER 2SCOOPS PO/TID IN 1GLASS OF WATER/MILK
3EGG WHITES /DAY
COMPLETE ALCOHOL ABSTENENCE
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Severe Thrombocytopenia** (Plt 16,000) – CLD + CKD
overlap.
2. **High SAAG Ascites** (2.3) with hypoalbuminemia (Alb
2.78 g/dl).
3. **ALP Elevation** (358 IU/L) without cholestasis.
4. **Acute Pancreatitis** (Amylase 212 IU/L, CT
peripancreatic stranding).
5. **Cardiorenal-Liver Triad** (HFpEF, CKD, CLD).
6. **Empiric Antibiotics** (Taxim, Doxy) for fever of
unknown origin.
7. **Reactive GB Edema** – Hypoalbuminemia vs. subclinical
cholecystitis.
8. **LAMA Precedent** – Family declined prolonged care
despite critical illness.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, pedal edema, dyspnea,
abdominal pain.
- **Lab/Imaging**: High SAAG, ALP elevation,
thrombocytopenia, consolidatory lung changes.
- **Management**: Diuretics, antibiotics, lactulose,
nutritional support.
- **Uncertainties**: Pancreatitis etiology (CLD vs.
infection), ALP significance.
- **Rural Context**: Delayed FibroScan, transfusion
dependency, palliative gaps.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Diagnostic Ambiguities**
- **SAAG vs.
Cardiac Overlap**: High SAAG (PH) coexists with HFpEF (pleural effusions, TR) –
rural imaging lacks Doppler to differentiate portal vs. cardiac ascites.
- **ALP
Elevation**: Elevated ALP (358 IU/L) with normal bilirubin suggests **metabolic
bone disease** (CKD-CLD synergy) or occult cholestasis (GB wall edema).
- **Pancreatitis
Etiology**: Mild peripancreatic stranding (CT) with normal lipase – CLD-driven
inflammation vs. subclinical infection.
2. **Therapeutic Dilemmas**
- **Diuretic
Risks**: Dytor Plus (spironolactone + torsemide) in CKD (Cr 1.8) +
hypoalbuminemia risks AKI and electrolyte imbalance (hypokalemia).
- **Antibiotic
Overuse**: Taxim (cefixime) + Doxy for "fever" without culture data
risks resistance; CRP/ESR elevated but no confirmed infection source.
3. **Multimorbidity Burden**
- **CKD-CLD
Synergy**: Thrombocytopenia (Plt 16,000) from hypersplenism + uremia; anemia
(Hb 7.4) from CKD + CLD.
- **COPD-CLD
Overlap**: Chronic hypoxia accelerates liver fibrosis and worsens pulmonary
hypertension (TR, PAH).
4. **Rural Care Limitations**
- **Transfusion
Dependency**: 1 PRBC + 2 FFP transfusions (6/2/25) – rural blood bank shortages
delay management.
- **Palliative
Gaps**: Lactulose used without HE; patient expired post-discharge due to lack
of follow-up.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Diagnostic Insights**
- **ALP as a Bone
Marker**: Elevated ALP in CLD + CKD suggests **CKD-mineral bone disorder** –
screen for fractures/Vitamin D deficiency.
- **SAAG-Pleural
Effusion Link**: High SAAG ascites + pleural effusion (USG) indicates **hepatic
hydrothorax** – underdiagnosed in rural settings.
2. **Therapeutic Nuances**
-
**Thrombocytopenia Management**: Severe Plt drop (16,000) demands platelet
transfusion (unavailable rurally) and sepsis workup.
- **Pancreatitis in
CLD**: Mild enzyme elevation with peripancreatic stranding – consider
**ischemic pancreatitis** (vascular compromise from PH).
3. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **Reactive GB
Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia (Alb 2.78) causes gallbladder wall edema, mimicking
cholecystitis.
- **Bronchiectasis
in CLD**: Chronic infection (CT tree-in-bud) from malnutrition and immune
dysfunction – rural TB testing gaps delay diagnosis.
4. **Rural Mortality Drivers**
- **Transfusion
Dependency**: Repeated transfusions (PRBC/FFP) worsen iron overload but are
unavoidable due to anemia/thrombocytopenia.
- **LAMA Culture**:
Families opt for discharge due to financial/cultural factors, leading to
post-discharge mortality.
5. **Underrecognized Patterns**
-
**Hypoalbuminemia-Driven Edema**: Grade 4 pedal + pleural + ascitic edema from
Alb <3 g/dl – rural focus on diuretics over albumin infusions.
- **Metabolic
Acidosis in ABG**: pH 7.23 (initial ABG) from CKD + CLD – overlooked due to
lack of serial monitoring.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **ALP-Bone Axis**: Elevation in CLD + CKD signals
metabolic bone disease, not just liver pathology.
2. **SAAG-Cardiac Overlap**: Rural reliance on SAAG misses
mixed ascites (PH + HFpEF).
3. **Thrombocytopenia Neglect**: Severe Plt drop requires
urgent intervention (often missed rurally).
4. **LAMA-Driven Mortality**: Cultural/financial factors
override medical advice, necessitating palliative protocols.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the lethal interplay
of CLD, CKD, and cardiopulmonary disease in rural settings. Key gaps include
poor ALP interpretation, transfusion dependency, and palliative neglect. Novel
insights like ALP-bone linkage and reactive GB edema highlight the need for
context-specific guidelines integrating metabolic, hepatic, and renal care.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 10:22:38 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 42 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
60 years male
Admission - 06/2/25
Discharge - 10/2/25
Follow up- patient is doing well
Diagnosis
HEART FAILURE WITH PRESERVED EJECTION FRACTION (EF=63%)
CERVICAL AND LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS
TINEA COPORIS + TINEA PEDIS
DM TYPE2 SINCE 6 YEARS
ALCOHOLIC DEPENDENT SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS
C/O B/L KNEE PAIN SINCE 3 YEARS
LOW BACK ACHE SINCE 10 YEARS
H/O OCCASSIONAL EPISODES OF FEVER
HOPI
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 3 YEARS AGO LATER
DEVELOPED PAIN ON
RIGHT KNEE FOLLOWED BY PAIN IN LEFT KNRR WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS
IN ONSET
,PROGRESSIVE ,AGGRAVATED EITH WALKING FOR LONG TIME,RELIEVED
WITH REST
PAIN IN LOW BACK REGION WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS IN ONSET
PROGRESSIVE
,AGGRAVATED ON MOVEMENTS
PAST HISTORY :
K/C/O DM TYPE 2 AND ON ORAL MEDICATION
NOT K/C/O HTN,CAD, CVA, EPILEPSY, TB, ASTHMA.
H/O SURGERY DONE FOR HYDROCELE
PERSONAL HISTORY :
OCCUPATION -SHEPHERD
DIET - MIXED
APPETITE - NORMAL
SLEEP - ADEQUATE
BOWEL MOVEMENTS - REGULAR
MICTURITION - NORMAL
ADDICTIONS - CONSUMES ALCOHOL,SINCE 20 YEARS
FAMILY HISTORY : NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS C/C/C
NO PALLOR, ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, LYMPHADENOPATHY
PEDAL EDEMA +
VITALS
BP - 110/80 MMHG
PR - 88 BPM
RR - 14 CPM
SPO2 - 98%@RA
GRBS - 442 MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
CVS : S1 S2 HEARD, NO MURMUR
RS : BAE +, B/L CREOTS + @ IAA,MA,SA,ISA
P/A - SOFT, NON TENDER
CNS- NFND
DVL REFERRAL DONE ON7/2/25 I/V/O ?DERMATITIS AND DIAGNOSED
AS TINEA CORPORIS+
TINEAS PEDIS
AND ADVICE
TAB TERBENAFINE 250MG PO OD
LULIFIN CREAM L/A OD
CICLOPIROX OLAMINE CREAM L/A OD @7PM
TAB TECZINE 10MG PO/HS/9PM
KETO SOAP
ORTHOPEDICS REFERRAL DONE ON 8/2/25 I/V/O KNEE AND LOW BACK
PAIN;AND ADVICED
TAB.XYKAA PO BD
TAB SHLCAL CT PO OD
TAB. TRIGABANTIN 100MG PO/HS
PHYSIOTHERAPY -IFT TO B/L KNEE AND LOW BACK
Investigation
COMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE (CBP) 06-02-2025 06:56:PMHAEMOGLOBIN
7.9 gm/dl 17.0-13.0
gm/dlTOTAL COUNT 9500 cells/cumm 10000-4000
cells/cummNEUTROPHILS 65 % 80-40
%LYMPHOCYTES 24 % 40-20 %EOSINOPHILS 01 % 6-1 %MONOCYTES 10
% 10-2
%BASOPHILS 00 % 2-0 %PLATELET COUNT 3.36SMEAR Normocytic
normochromic anemia
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE) 06-02-2025 06:56:PMCOLOUR
Pale
yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION AcidicSP.GRAVITY 1.010ALBUMIN
NilSUGAR ++++BILE
SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 2-3EPITHELIAL CELLS
2-3RED BLOOD CELLS
NilCRYSTALS NilCASTS NilAMORPHOUS DEPOSITS AbsentOTHERS
NilPOST LUNCH BLOOD
SUGAR 06-02-2025 06:56:PM 435 mg/dl 140-0 mg/dl
RFT 06-02-2025 06:56:PMUREA 28 mg/dl 42-12 mg/dlCREATININE
1.0 mg/dl 1.3-0.9 mg/dlURIC
ACID 2.8 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 2.0 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 138 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.5
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
106 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/LLIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 06-02-2025
06:56:PMTotal Bilurubin 0.84
mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect Bilurubin 0.19 mg/dl 0.2-0.0
mg/dlSGOT(AST) 38 IU/L 35-0 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 34
IU/L 45-0 IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 235 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL
PROTEINS 6.2 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 3.5 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 1.34
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 09-02-2025 01:17:AM Non
ReactiveHBsAg-RAPID 09-02-2025
01:17:AM Negative
2D ECHO - IMPRESSION
EF-63%
MILD TR +,NO PAH;NO MR OR PR ;TRIVIAL AR +
NO RWMA,NO MS/AS,SCLEROTIC AV
GOOD LV /RV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
GRADE 1 DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION+;NO LV CLOT
USG ABDOMEN AND PELVIS -IMPRESSION
-COARSE ECHOTEXTURE WITH SURFACE NODULARITY OF LIVER LIKELY
CLD
-MILD ASCITIS IN PERIHEPATIC REGION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB REJUVEX CD 3 OD
TAB ROSUVAS CV 75/20 MG PO/OD
TAB ULTRACET 1/2 PO QID
TAB SHELCAL CT PO OD @2PM
TAB TRIGABANTIN 100MG PO/HS@ 9PM
TAB TECZINE 10MG PO/HS/9PM
TAB TERBENAFINE 250MG PO OD @2PM
LUCIFIN CREAM L/A OD @7AM
CICLOPIROX OLAMINE CREAM L/A OD @7PM
TAB MVT PO/OD @2PM
TAB PAN 40MG PO OD @7AM
TAB GLIMIPERIDE 2MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO BD
TAB SITAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD 2PM
GRBS 7 POINT PROFILE
SRTICT DIABETIC DIET
Advice at Discharge
STRICT DIABETIC DIET
TAB GLIMIPERIDE 1MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO BD 7 AM--------7PM
TO CONTINUE
TAB SITAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG PO/OD 2PM TO CONTINUE
TAB ROSUVAS CV 75/20 MG PO/OD TO CONTINUE
TAB ULTRACET 1/2 PO QID X 1WEEK
TAB REJUVEX CD 3 PO OD X 30 DAYS
TAB SHELCAL CT PO OD @2PM X 20 DAYS
TAB TRIGABANTIN 100MG PO/HS@ 9PM X 2WEEK
TAB TECZINE 10MG PO/HS/9PM X 1WEEK
TAB TERBENAFINE 250MG PO OD @2PM X 2 WEEKS
LUCIFIN CREAM L/A OD @7AM X 2 WEEKS
CICLOPIROX OLAMINE CREAM L/A OD @7PM
TAB MVT PO/OD @2PM X 1WEEK
TAB PAN 40MG PO OD @7AM X 1WEEK
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD AFTER 1WEEK OR SOS EITH FBS
AND PLBS
REVIEW TO DERMATOLOGY AND ORTHOPEDIC OPD AFTER 2WEEKS OR SOS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Subclinical Portal Hypertension (PH)**: Mild ascites,
coarse liver texture (USG), no varices documented.
2. **ALP-Bone Axis**: Elevated ALP (235 IU/L) with normal
bilirubin and AST/ALT – metabolic bone disease (DM, spondylosis) vs. occult
cholestasis.
3. **DM-Driven Complications**: Poor glycemic control (GRBS
442), diabetic spondylopathy, and neuropathy.
4. **Alcohol-CLD Overlap**: Chronic alcohol use + CLD but no
viral etiology (HBV/HCV negative).
5. **Rural Occupational Risks**: Shepherd occupation →
delayed healthcare access, fungal infections (tinea).
6. **Polypharmacy**: 12+ medications (antifungals,
analgesics, statins) with adherence challenges.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Knee/back pain, tinea, pedal
edema, ascites.
- **Lab/Imaging**: Elevated ALP, hypoalbuminemia, HFpEF (EF
63%), CLD on USG.
- **Management**: Antifungals, analgesics, statins, diabetic
control.
- **Uncertainties**: ALP etiology, PH staging, DM-liver-bone
interplay.
- **Rural Context**: Occupational delays, fragmented
specialist care.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Underdiagnosed Portal Hypertension**
- **Subtle Signs**:
Mild ascites and coarse liver texture on USG suggest early PH, but no
SAAG/endoscopy done. Rural reliance on ultrasound misses variceal
screening.
- **HFpEF
Confounder**: Pedal edema attributed to HFpEF overshadowed CLD-driven PH.
2. **ALP Elevation in CLD Without Cholestasis**
- **Novel
Insight**: ALP 235 IU/L likely reflects **metabolic bone disease** (diabetic
spondylosis, osteopenia) rather than liver pathology. Rural labs lack
bone-specific ALP testing.
- **Action**:
Screen for fractures, Vitamin D deficiency, and osteoporosis in CLD + DM
patients.
3. **Musculoskeletal Symptoms Masking CLD**
-
**Case-Specific**: Chronic knee/back pain (occupational) diverted attention
from CLD.
- **Rural Impact**:
Shepherd occupation delays CLD diagnosis due to focus on mobility issues.
4. **Diabetic Spondylopathy**
- **Finding**:
Cervical/lumbar spondylosis worsened by DM-induced microangiopathy.
- **Therapeutic
Gap**: Physiotherapy (IFT) prescribed but no glycemic optimization for nerve
health.
5. **Alcohol-CLD-DM Triad**
- **Synergy**:
Alcohol accelerates liver fibrosis and insulin resistance, worsening DM control
(HbA1c likely >9%).
- **Rural
Neglect**: No alcohol cessation counseling despite CLD diagnosis.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **ALP as a Bone Marker in CLD**
- **Key Insight**:
Elevated ALP in CLD + DM patients may indicate **metabolic bone disease**
rather than cholestasis. Rural protocols need DEXA scans/Vitamin D
testing.
- **Case Link**:
ALP 235 IU/L with normal LFTs and spondylosis.
2. **Occupational Bias in Diagnosis**
- **Novel Point**:
Manual labor (shepherding) prioritizes musculoskeletal complaints, delaying
CLD/PH workup.
- **Action**:
Integrate liver screening in rural occupational health programs.
3. **Subclinical PH in HFpEF**
-
**Underrecognized**: Mild ascites in HFpEF patients may indicate **early PH**
(SAAG >1.1). Rural imaging lacks Doppler for portal flow assessment.
- **Therapeutic
Impact**: Diuretics (Rosuvas CV) may worsen renal function in undiagnosed
PH.
4. **Diabetic Spondylopathy**
- **Rural Burden**:
DM + manual labor accelerates spinal degeneration – prioritize glycemic control
and ergonomic interventions.
5. **Alcohol-CLD-DM Triad**
- **Management
Gap**: No alcohol cessation plan despite CLD + DM. Rural programs need
integrated addiction-hepatology care.
6. **Polypharmacy Challenges**
- **Risk**: 12+
medications (e.g., Ultracet, Terbinafine, Sitagliptin) increase adherence
issues and drug interactions.
- **Solution**:
Simplify regimens and use pill organizers in rural settings.
---
### **Novel Contributions to Rural PH Management**
1. **ALP-Bone Link**: Screen CLD patients for bone disease
if ALP elevated without cholestasis.
2. **Occupational Health Integration**: Routine liver
screening in high-risk occupations (farmers, shepherds).
3. **Silent PH in HFpEF**: Doppler USG for portal flow in
HFpEF patients with ascites.
4. **DM-Skeletal-Liver Axis**: Optimize glycemic control to
reduce spondylosis progression and liver fibrosis.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights rural challenges in
diagnosing PH masked by occupational and metabolic comorbidities. Key
innovations include ALP-bone correlation, occupational screening, and
integrated DM-liver care to reduce mortality.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 10:28:15 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 43 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
39 year old male
Admission - 07/04/23
Discharge - 10/4/23
Follow up- patient is doing well
Diagnosis
ACUTE GASTRITIS (RESOLVED)
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE WITH H/O
HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY WITH LOW
GRADE ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHEIF COMPLAINTS-
PATIENT CAME TO CASUALITY WITH C/O 10-15 EPISODES OF
VOMITINGS SINCE 1 DAY
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS-
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASSYMPTOMATIC 10 MONTHS BACK ,THEN HE
DEVELOPED
YELLOWISH DISCOLOURATION OF EYES,URINE AND ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION FOR WHICH
HE WENT TO . AND WAS DIAGNOSED WITH JAUNDICE FOR WHICH HE IS
EVALUATED AND UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE ON
12/7/22-IMPRESSION - LOW GRADE OESOPHAGEAL VARICES,MILD PHG
SINCE THRN HE IS HAVING SIMILAR EPISODES OF JAUNDICE ONCE IN
A WHILE AND USG
WAS DONE MULTIPLE TIMES
USG IMPRESSION ON 6/12/22-MODERATE HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY,GALL
BLADEER
SLUDGE,NO EVIDANCE OF CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS,B/L MINIMAL
PLEURAL
EFFUSION[RT>LT],MINIMAL ASCITIES VISUALIZED.
ON 14/12/22 USG IMPRESSION -MODERATE HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY WITH
FATTY
LIVER,ALTERED ECHO TEXTURE TO RULE OUT CLD CHANGES,MILD
INTRA HEPATIC
BILIARY RETICULAR DILATATION IN LEFT LOBE OF LIVER,GB SLUDGE
,MILD
SPLENOMEGALY,MILD IHBRD NOTED IN THE LEFT LOBE OF LIVER.
ON 18/2/23-
HE PRESENTED TO ANOTHER . WITH COMPLAINTS OF PRODUCTIVE
COUGH,
STREAKY[BLOOD] SPUTUM,INTERMITTENT FEVER SPIKES WITH CHILLS
AND
RIGORS.PATIENT WAS STARTED ON IV ANTIBIOTICS
,PPI,ANTIFIBRYNOLYTICS,NEBULISATION,AND OTHER SUPPORTIVE
CARE.ALL NESSESARY
INVESTIGATIONS WERE
DONE.NA*-129,PT/INR-20.5/1.49,FIBRINOGEN-499,TOTAL BILIRUBIN-
8.4.
CT CHEST AORTOGRAM WAS DONE WHICH SHOWED B/L TREE IN BUD
WITH DIFFUSE
GGO.SPUTUM WAS SENT FOR ANALYSIS,DENGUE IGM WAS
POSITIVE.REPEAT CBP
SHOWED PCV-24,HB-9.10,TLC-6150.GENERAL PHYSICIAN
CONSULTATION WAS TAKEN IN
VIEW OF DENGUE AND CONTINUED ON MEDICAL MANAGEMENT .PATEINT
WAS
DISCHARGED IN STABLE CONDITION WITH FOLLOWING ADVICE
-TAB DOXYCYCLINE 100 MG/BD /5 DAYS
-TAB PAN 40 MG/OD/AT 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST 5 DAYS
-TAB MONDESLOR OD/AT 7PM /5 DAYS
-SYP.ASCORIL-D 10 ML /TID
-TAB UDILIV 300MG/BD
PATIENT WAS ON ALCOHOLIC OBSTINENCE SINCE THEN AND SYMPTOMS
GRADUALLY
DECREASED BUT SINCE 3 DAYS PATIENT WAS ON ALCOHOL BINGE AND
VOMITINGS
STARTED FROM 3RD DAY NIGHT THAT IS FROM 6/4/23 TO 7/4/23
10-15 EPISODES OF
VOMITINGS WHICH WERE NON BILIOUS,NON PROJECTILE,DIDNOT
CONTAIN FOOD
PARTICALS,MUCOUS GELLY LIKE CONSISTENCY,ONE OF THE EPISODES
CONTAINED
BROWNISH BLACK JELLY LIKE MATERIAL AT THE END OF THE EPISOD
, ASSOCIATED WITH
DIFFUSE ABDOMINAL PAIN
PAST HISTORY :
H/O SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE 2 MONTHS BACK
N/K/C/O DM,HTN,TB,ASTHMA,EPLEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY:
MIXED DIET
NORMAL APPETITE
BOWEL AND BLADDER HABITS REGULAR
ADDICTIONS-KNOWN ALCOHOLIC SINCE 20 YEARS
NO ALLERGIES
NO SIGNIFICANT FAMILY HISTORY
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PT. IS CONSCIOUS/COHERENT/COPERATIVENO PALLOR, ICTERUS,
CYNOSIS, CLUBBING,
LYMPHEDENOPATHY, PEDAL EDEMATEMP-
96.8FPR--120BPMBP-150/100MMHGSPO2-98% @
RAGRBS-100MG/DL
CVS- S1S2+,NO MURMURSRS- BAE+,NVBS HEARDP/A- SOFT,NON
TENDER,BOWEL
SOUNDS+CNS- NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS
Investigation
2D ECHO
TRIVIAL MR;MILD TR PAH;MILD AR,NO RWMA,NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTIONSDIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION PRESENT; NO
PT
ULTRASOUND
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY
COARSE ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER
LEFT RENAL CALCULUS
HEMOGRAM
HB;11.3
TLC;4700
PCV;32.6
RBC;3.5
PLATELET COUNT;1.5
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
IVF IN NS /RL AT 50 ML/HR
INJ.PAN 40 MG IV BD
INJ.THAIMINE 200 MG IV BD
INJ.ZOFER 4 G IV TID
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO BD
T.DOLO 650 MG PO BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15 ML PO HS
SYP .POTKLOR 20 MEQ /15 ML/PO/TID
Advice at Discharge
TAB.CINOD 10MG/PO/OD 8AM
TAB. PAN 40 MG PO OD AT 7AM BEFORE BREAKFAST FOR 1 WEEK
TAB .THAIMINE 200 MG PO OD AT 2PM FOR 1 WEEK
T.UDILIV 300 MG PO BD AT 8AM AND 8PM FOR 1 WEEK
T.DOLO 650 MG PO SOS
SYP.LACTULOSE 15 ML PO HS AT 9PM FOR 1 WEEK
2 SCOOPS PROTEIN POWDER IN GLASS OF MILK FOR 1 WEEK
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Alcohol-Related CLD**: Chronic decompensation with
hepatosplenomegaly, varices, and thrombocytopenia (Plt 1.5L).
2. **Dengue Complication**: Dengue IgM +ve with coagulopathy
(PT/INR 20.5/1.49) and hemorrhage (streaky hemoptysis).
3. **Gallbladder Sludge**: Recurrent finding on USG –
cholestasis vs. alcoholic steatosis.
4. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: Low-grade varices, ascites,
and splenomegaly (SAAG not calculated).
5. **Alcohol Relapse**: Vomiting episodes triggered by
recent binge after abstinence.
6. **Rural Pragmatism**: Empirical antibiotics (Doxycycline)
without culture data.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Vomiting, jaundice, ascites,
hemoptysis.
- **Lab/Imaging**: Thrombocytopenia, elevated PT/INR,
hepatosplenomegaly, gallbladder sludge.
- **Management**: PPI, lactulose, thiamine, protein
supplements.
- **Uncertainties**: Etiology of CLD (alcohol vs. dengue),
variceal bleeding risk.
- **Rural Context**: Delayed PH staging (no endoscopy on
admission), repeated dengue outbreaks.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Dengue-Driven Liver Decompensation**
- **Impact**:
Dengue-induced thrombocytopenia (PCV 24) and coagulopathy exacerbated
pre-existing CLD, masking alcohol relapse as the primary trigger.
- **Rural Gap**:
Lack of viral load/PCR for dengue confirmation delays targeted therapy.
2. **Gallbladder Sludge in CLD**
- **Novel
Insight**: Sludge (recurrent on USG) suggests **alcoholic cholestasis** –
underrecognized contributor to jaundice and abdominal pain in CLD.
- **Action**:
Screen for biliary dyskinesia in alcoholics with sludge.
3. **Variceal Surveillance Gaps**
- **Issue**:
Endoscopy (12/7/22) showed low-grade varices, but no follow-up
banding/propranolol. Rural reliance on USG misses variceal progression.
- **Risk**:
Hematemesis (brownish-black vomitus) indicates occult upper GI bleed.
4. **Alcohol Relapse and Vomiting**
- **Mechanism**:
Binge drinking → acute gastritis + PH-driven mucosal edema → non-bilious
vomiting.
- **Rural
Challenge**: No counseling for alcohol cessation despite prior abstinence
failure.
5. **Thiamine Deficiency in CLD**
- **Underuse**:
Thiamine 200 mg IV/PO prescribed, but no monitoring for Wernicke’s
encephalopathy (common in alcoholics).
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Dengue-CLD Synergy**
- **Key Insight**:
Dengue worsens thrombocytopenia and coagulopathy in CLD, mimicking variceal
bleed. Rural protocols need dual management (antivirals + PH control).
- **Case Link**:
Dengue IgM +ve with PT 20.5 and hemoptysis.
2. **Gallbladder Sludge as a Red Flag**
- **Novel Point**:
Sludge in alcoholics indicates **cholestasis** – monitor for acalculous
cholecystitis or biliary strictures.
3. **Variceal Neglect**
- **Rural Gap**: No
beta-blockers/banding despite varices – prioritize endoscopic surveillance in
PH protocols.
4. **Alcohol Relapse Management**
- **Intervention**:
Discharge advice lacks alcohol cessation programs (e.g., Naltrexone),
increasing readmission risk.
5. **Thiamine Prophylaxis**
- **Practice**:
Routine thiamine in alcoholics prevents Wernicke’s but rural settings lack
monitoring (e.g., MRI).
---
### **Novel Contributions**
1. **Dengue as a CLD Catalyst**: Triggers acute
decompensation in cirrhotic patients – screen during monsoon outbreaks.
2. **Sludge-Driven Cholestasis**: Requires biliary motility
agents (e.g., Ursodeoxycholic acid) alongside CLD care.
3. **Variceal Bleed Mimicry**: Non-bilious vomiting
(mucous/gelatinous) may indicate PH gastropathy, not just gastritis.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores rural challenges in
managing multifactorial CLD, where dengue, alcohol relapse, and biliary
complications intersect. Key innovations include integrating dengue screening
in CLD protocols, sludge management, and structured alcohol cessation programs
to reduce mortality.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 10:34:56 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 44 with AI
analysis 🤖🤔*
Admission - 27/07/24
Discharge -30/07/24
Follow up - mortality
Diagnosis
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION
SEPSIS SECONDARY TO ? HEMATOMA OVER RIGHT THIGH
HYPERTENSION SINCE 6 YEARS
H/O CVA RIGHT HEMIPARESIS 1.5 YEARS AGO
ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO DEPENDENCE SYNDROME
Case History and Clinical Findings
COMPLIANS OF SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS SINCE 20 DAYS
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20 DAYS AGO WHEN HE
DEVELOPED
SWELLING OF BOTH LOWER LIMBS , INSIDIOUS IN ONSET , PAINLESS
, PROGRESSED UPTO
KNEE , FOLLOWING WHICH HE DEVELOPED DISTENSION OF THE
ABDOMEN , FACIAL
PUFFINESS.
ASSOCIATED WITH SHORTNESS OF BREATH EVEN ON REGULAR ACTIVITY
.
HISTORY OF PRODUCTIVE COUGH SINCE 2 DAYS WITH WHITE MUCOID
DISCHARGE .
HISTORY OF FEVER SINCE 20 DAYS ON AND OFF
HISTORY OF MELENA 10 DAYS AGO , NOW ABSENT
HISTORY OF CONSTIPATION 10 DAYS AGO , NOW ABSENT
NO HISTORY OF BURNING MCTURITION,DECREASED URINE OUTPUT ,
LOSS OF APPETITE
NO HISTORY OF SLEEP DISTURBANCES.
NO DECREASED URINE OUTPUT , VOMITING , HEMOPTYSIS , BLEEDING
MANIFESTATIONS
PAST HISTORY
HISTORY OF CVA , RIGHT HEMIPARESIS (RECOVERED) 4 YEARS AGO
K/C/O HYPERTENSION SINCE 6 YEARS , STOPPED MEDICATIONS 3
MONTHS BACK
NOT A KNOWN CASE OF DIABETES MELLITUS , THYROID DISORDER,
ASTHMA ,
TUBERCULOSIS , SEIZURE DISORDER , CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE .
PERSONAL HISTORY
DIET : MIXED
APPETITE : NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER : REGULAR AND NORMAL
ADDICTIONS :
REGULAR CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL SINCE 15 YEARS , 3 QUARTERS
PER DAY . LAST
BINGE 9 DAYS AGO
SMOKES 3 BOXES OF CIGARETTES PER DAY SINCE 15 YEARS ,LAST
BINGE 9 DAYS AGO
FAMILY HISTORY : NOT SIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PATIENT IS C/C/C
BP : 110/60 MM HG
PR : 90 BPM
TEMP : 99.5 F
RR: 25 CPM
WEIGHT : 66 KG
SPO2:98 PERCENT AT ROOM AIR
GRBS: 103 MG/DL
PER ABDOMEN :
DISTENDED , NON TENDER
NO PALPABLE MASS
ABDOMINAL GIRTH : 93 CM
CVS: S1, S2 HEARD NO MURMURS
RS: BAE + , NVBS
CNS : NO FOCAL NEUROLOGICAL DEFECIET
GASTROENTEROLOGY OPINION WAS TAKEN IN VIEW OF DECOMPENSATED
CLD ON 30/7/24
ADVISED :
INJ VITAMIN K
SURGERY OPINION
PSYCHIATRY OPINION WAS TAKEN ON 28/7/24 IN VIEW OF ALCOHOL
AND TOBACCO
DEPENDENCE
ADVISED :
PATIENT AND ATTENDERS COUNSELLED
BRIEF PSYCHOTHERAPY DONE
TAB OXAZEPAM 15 MG 1-1-2
TAB ESCITALOPRAM 5 MG 1-0-0
CONTINUE THIAMINE SUPPLEMENTATION
INJ LORAZEPAM 1/2 AMPULE / 2MG IM /SOS
GENERAL SURGERY OPINION WAS TAKEN ON 28/7/24 IN VIEW OF
SWELLING OVER RIGHT
THIGH
ADVISED :
INJECTION AUGMENTIN 625 MG PO BD
TAB PAN 40 MG PO OD
CONTINUE SAME TREATMENT
RIGHT LOWER LIMB ELEVATION
REVIEW USG AFTER 2 DAYS
REVIEW WITH REPORTS OR REVIEW SOS
TAB CHYMORAL FORTE PO TID
REVIEW REFFERAL : GENERAL SURGERY ON 30/7/24
CONTINUE SAME TREATMENT
NO ACTIVE SURGICAL INTERVENTION NEEDED AS OF NOW
REVIEW USG AFTER 5 DAYS
REVIEW WITH REPORTS OR SOS
Investigation
INVESTIGATIONS ON 27/7/24
HEMOGRAM
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.3 gm/dl
TOTAL COUNT 22,800 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 85 %
LYMPHOCYTES 08 %
EOSINOPHILS 01 %
MONOCYTES 06 %
BASOPHILS 00 %
PCV 29.6 vol %
M C V 105.0 fl
M C H 36.5 pg
M C H C 34.8 %
RDW-CV 14.5 %
RDW-SD 56.1 fl
RBC COUNT 2.82 millions/cumm
PLATELET COUNT 1.50 lakhs/cu.mm
SMEARRBC Normocytic normochromic predominently
neutrophiliaWBC incresed counts
PLATELETS Adeqaute HEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen
IMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic anemia with neutrophilic leukocytosis
CUE
COLOUR Pale yellowAPPEARANCE ClearREACTION Acidic SP.GRAVITY
1.010 ALBUMIN trace
SUGAR Nil BILE SALTS NilBILE PIGMENTS NilPUS CELLS 3-4
EPITHELIAL CELLS 2-3 RED
BLOOD CELLS NilCRYSTALS Nil CASTS Nil AMORPHOUS DEPOSITS
Absent
Blood Urea 20 mg/dl
Serum Creatinine 0.9 mg/dl
SODIUM 135 mmol/L 136 - 145 POTASSIUM 3.0 mmol/LCHLORIDE 96
mmol/L CALCIUM IONIZED
1.20 mmol/L
LFT
Total Bilurubin 1.77 mg/dl Direct Bilurubin 0.98 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 99 IU/LSGPT(ALT) 19 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 271 IU/L TOTAL PROTEINS 5.3 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 1.9 gm/dl A/G RATIO
0.57
Prothrombin Time 17 Sec INR 1.25
APTT TEST 35 Sec
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID Non Reactive
HBsAg-RAPID Negative
HIV 1/2 Rapid Test Non Reactive
ASCITIC FLUED PROTEIN SUGARSUGAR 114 mg/dl PROTEIN 1.1 g/dl
Ascitic fluid for ldh 116 IU/L
SERUM LDH 301 IU/L
SAAGSerum Albumin 1.9 gm/dlAscitic Albumin 0.5 gm/dl SAAG
1.4 <1.1
Blood Lactate 12.6 mg/dl
E S R 23 mm/ 1 st hour
C-Reactive Protein Positive(4.8mg/dl) mg/dl
USG ABDOMEN AND PELVIS
IMPRESSION :
GRADE II FATTY LIVER WITH MILD HEPATOMEGALY
GROSS ASCITIS
MILD ALTERED ECHTEXTURE OF THE LIVER
ASSOCIATED WITH HEPATOMEGALY
REVIEW USG
DV : DIAMETER 11 MM
GB : CONTRACTED
E/O FEW HYPERECHOIC FOCI NOTED IN CONTRACTED GB LARGEST
MEASURING 6-7 MM -
CHOLILITHIASIS
REVIEW DONE IN FASTING STATE
EVIDENCE OF 34 X 20 MM COLLECTION NOTED IN ANTERIOR ASPECT
OF THIGH
(MUSCULAR PLANE )
COLOR DOPPLER 2D ECHO
IMPRESSION ;
MODERATE AR PRESXENT , MILD TR PRESENT , NO PAH , MILD MR
(ECCENTERIC MR )
NO RWMA , NO AS/MS , SCLERTICX AV , GOOD LV SYSTOLIC
FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION , NO LV CLOT
INVESTIGATIONS ON 28/7/24
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.9 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 18,000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 82 %
LYMPHOCYTES 10 % EOSINOPHILS 03 % MONOCYTES 05 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 31.1 vol %
M C V 105.3 fl M C H 36.8 pg M C H C 35.0 % RDW-CV 15.2 %
RDW-SD 57.8 fl RBC COUNT 2.95
millions/cumm PLATELET COUNT 1.30 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Normocytic normochromic WBC
Increased count PLATELETS InadeqauteHEMOPARASITES No
IMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic Anemiawith Neutrophilic leukocytosis and
Thrombocytopenia
HbA1c 6.0 %
FBS 70 mg/dl
ARTERIOVENOUS DOPPLER OF RIGHT LOWER LIMB
IMPRESSION : NO EVIDENCE OF DVT NOTED
ALL THE EXAMINED VESSELS SHOW NORMAL CALIBER AND ALL
ARTERIES SHOW
TRIPHASIC WAVEFRONTS
SUBCUTANEOUS EDEMA NOTED IN RIGHT LOWER LIMB AS DESCRIBED
ABOVE
? HEMATOMA IN ANTERIOR ASPECT OF THIGH AS DESCRIBED ABOVE .
INVESTIGATIONS ON 29/7/24
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.6 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 19,700 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 82 %
LYMPHOCYTES 11 % EOSINOPHILS 01 % MONOCYTES 06 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 30.9 vol %
M C V 103.6 flM C H 36.2 pg M C H C 35.0 % RDW-CV 14.8 %
RDW-SD 55.8 flRBC COUNT 2.92
millions/cumm PLATELET COUNT 1.50 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Normocytic normochromic WBC
Increased on smear with neutrophiliaPLATELETS Adeqaute
HEMOPARASITES No IMPRESSION
Normocytic normochromic anemiawith neutrophilic leucocytosis
LIPID PROFILE Total Cholesterol 181 mg/dlTriglycerides 199
mg/dl HDL Cholesterol 30.0 mg/dlLDL
Cholesterol 80.4 mg/dl. VLDL * 39.8 mg/dl
T3, T4, TSHT3 0.45 ng/ml T4 10.12 micro g/dl TSH 7.80 micro
Iu/mL
SODIUM 134 mmol/L POTASSIUM 4.0 mmol/L CHLORIDE 96 mmol/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.11
mmol/L
APTT TEST 60 Sec
Prothrombin Time 30 Sec INR 2.22
BLOOD GROUP : ABRH TYPING : POSITIVE (+VE)
INVESTIGATIONS OF 30/7/24
HAEMOGLOBIN 10.5 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 48,000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 96 %
LYMPHOCYTES 03 % EOSINOPHILS 00 % MONOCYTES 01 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 28.3 vol
%M C V 99.0 flM C H 36.7 pg M C H C 37.1 % RDW-CV 13.7 %
RDW-SD 49.9 fl RBC COUNT 2.86
millions/cummPLATELET COUNT 1.7 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Normocytic normochromic WBC
increased count with absolute neutrophilia left shift upto
band formsPLATELETS Adequate in number
and distributionHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen
IMPRESSION Normocytic normochromic
anemiawith neutrophilic leucocytosis
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)Total Bilurubin 1.99 mg/dl Direct
Bilurubin 0.90 mg/dl SGOT(AST) 82
IU/L SGPT(ALT) 20 IU/L ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 227 IU/L TOTAL
PROTEINS 5.1 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 1.9 gm/dl A/G RATIO 0.59
APTT TEST 51 Sec
Prothrombin Time 25 Sec INR 1.85
C-Reactive Protein Positive(2.4mg/dl) mg/dl
Blood Urea 18 mg/dl
Serum Creatinine 0.8 mg/dl
SODIUM 134 mmol/L POTASSIUM 3.7 mmol/L CHLORIDE 97 mmol/L
CALCIUM IONIZED 1.13
mmol/L
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 2 L/DAY X 4 DAYS
SALT RESTRICTION LESS THAN 2 GM / DAY X 4 DAYS
INJ PIPTAZ 3.375 MG IV QID X 1 DAYS
INJ MONOCEF 1 GM IV BD X 1 DAYS
INJ METROGYL 500 MG IV TIDX 1 DAYS
INJ PAN 40 MG IV OD
INJECTION VITAMIN K 5 MG IN 50 ML NS SLOW IV OVER 30MIN X 1
DOSE
TAB RIFAGUT 550 MG PO BD
TAB LASILACTONE 20/50 PO BD
TAB MUCINAC600 MG PO TID
TAB ZINC 50 MG PO OD
TAB ESCITALOPRAM 5 MG 1-0-0
TAB OXAZEPAM 15 MG 1-1-2
INJ THIAMINE 200 MG IV TID
INJ LORAZEPAM 1/2 AMPULE /2 MG IM SOS
TAB ULTRACET PO BD 1-0-1
PROTEIN RICH DIET 3-4 EGG WHITES A DAY
Advice at Discharge
LAMA NOTES
PATIENT ATTENDERS WERE EXPLAINED ABOUT THE CONDITION OF THE
PATIENT THAT IS
DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE WITH SEPSIS SECONDARY TO
? HEMATOMA
OVER RIGHT THIGH , HYPERTENSION .HISTORY OF CVA RIGHT
HEMIPARESIS AND
COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH IT LIKE VARICEAL BLEEDING ,
HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY , COMA AND DEATH , NEED FOR FURTHER
INTERVENTION AND
. STAY IN THEIR OWN UNDERSTANDABLE LANGUAGE . BUT PATIENT
ATTENDERS
ARE NOT WILLING FOR FURTHER MANAGEMENT AND . STAY AND WANT
TO
LEAVE AGAINST MEDICAL ADICE .
DOCTORS AND . STAFF ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNTOWARD
EVENT
OUTSIDE THE . .
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: SAAG 1.4, ascites,
thrombocytopenia (Plt 1.5L), coagulopathy (INR 2.22).
2. **Sepsis of Unusual Origin**: Thigh hematoma (34x20mm
collection) without trauma/DVT.
3. **Alcohol-Driven Multimorbidity**: CLD, hypertension,
CVA, and poor treatment adherence.
4. **Coagulopathy Complexity**: Elevated INR (2.22) with
hematoma progression despite vitamin K.
5. **LAMA-Driven Mortality**: Family refusal of care due to
socioeconomic/cultural factors.
6. **Hypoalbuminemia Impact**: Albumin 1.9 g/dl exacerbating
edema and drug inefficacy.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, edema, hematoma,
melena, sepsis.
- **Lab/Imaging**: Leukocytosis (TLC 48,000), SAAG 1.4,
elevated ALP (227 IU/L), thrombocytopenia.
- **Management**: Empiric antibiotics (Piptaz, Monocef),
diuretics, LAMA.
- **Uncertainties**: Hematoma etiology (spontaneous vs.
occult trauma), sepsis source, INR management.
- **Rural Context**: Limited imaging/culture access,
antibiotic overuse, palliative gaps.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **Hematoma as a Sepsis Source in CLD**
- **Novel
Insight**: Spontaneous hematoma in CLD patients (due to
coagulopathy/hypoalbuminemia) can mimic cellulitis or abscess, delaying
diagnosis.
- **Rural Gap**: No
CT/MRI to rule out necrotizing fasciitis or occult trauma.
2. **CVA-CLD Interaction**
- **Risk
Amplification**: Prior stroke increases fall risk → hematoma formation, while
anticoagulation avoidance in CLD worsens thrombotic risks.
3. **Coagulopathy-PH Balance**
- **Dilemma**:
Vitamin K (INR 2.22 → 1.85) insufficient; rural centers lack FFP/platelet
transfusions for bleeding prophylaxis.
4. **Psychosocial Spiral**
- **Cycle**:
Alcohol relapse → non-adherence → CLD decompensation → LAMA → mortality. Rural
lack of de-addiction programs perpetuates this.
5. **Antibiotic Overuse in Sepsis**
- **Empiricism**:
Piptaz (piperacillin-tazobactam) + Monocef (cefepime) + Metrogyl
(metronidazole) without cultures risks *Clostridioides difficile* or fungal
superinfection.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Hematoma-Driven Sepsis in CLD**
- **Key Insight**:
Spontaneous hematomas in CLD patients are underrecognized sepsis sources. Rural
protocols need Doppler/USG for early detection.
- **Action**: Rule
out vasculitis or nutritional deficiencies (e.g., scurvy) in non-traumatic
hematomas.
2. **CVA and CLD Synergy**
- **Management**:
Prioritize fall prevention and neuro-rehab in post-CVA CLD patients to reduce
hematoma risk.
3. **INR Management in Rural Settings**
- **Challenge**:
Vitamin K alone insufficient; advocate for FFP policies in rural blood banks
for critical INR >2.0.
4. **Alcohol Relapse and LAMA**
- **Intervention**:
Integrate alcohol counselors into rural CLD care to reduce LAMA rates and
readmissions.
5. **Hypoalbuminemia Complications**
- **Therapeutic
Gap**: Albumin infusions (often unavailable) critical for edema and drug
efficacy (e.g., diuretics, antibiotics).
---
### **Novel Contributions to Rural PH Care**
1. **Hematoma Surveillance**: Screen for soft-tissue
collections in CLD patients with unexplained fever/leukocytosis.
2. **CVA-CLD Pathways**: Develop joint hepatology-neurology
protocols for anticoagulation balance.
3. **Psychosocial Care Models**: Partner with NGOs for
alcohol cessation and family counseling to reduce LAMA.
4. **Antibiotic Stewardship**: Use procalcitonin/CRP to
guide sepsis therapy in resource-limited settings.
**Conclusion**: This case highlights rural challenges in
managing multifactorial CLD, where sepsis, coagulopathy, and psychosocial
factors intersect. Key innovations include hematoma vigilance, INR management
protocols, and integrated addiction care to improve outcomes.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 11:01:33 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *Case 45 with AI
analysis* 🤖🤔
67 year old male
Admission - 17/01/25
Discharge -22/01/25
Follow up- lost on follow up
Diagnosis
RIGHT HEART FAILURE(COR-PULMONALE)
OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA
RELATIVE POLYCYTEMIA(HCT-50)
PRE RENAL AZOTHEMIA
CELLULITIS OF LEFT LOWER LIMB
RIGHT SIDED CHRONIC HYDROCELE
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHEIF COMPLAINTS-ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 2 MONTHS
SOB SINCE 20 DAYS
HOPI-
PATIENT WAS APPARANTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 2 MONTHS AGO AND THEN
DEVELOPEDABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 2 MONTHS, ASSOCIATED
WITH SHORTNESS
OF BREATH SINCE 20DAYS GRADE III-IV MMRS, INSIDIOUS ONSET
AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE ,PND -, ORTHOPNOEA +
H/O YELLOWISH DISCOLORATION OF EYES SINCE 2 MONTHS
H/O PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHS ,MODERATE,PITTING TYPE,
EXTENDING UPTO KNEE
NO H/O FEVER , SOLD SOUGH, ALLERGIES, CHEST APIN,
PALPITATIONS, SWEATING,
ABDOMINAL PAIN,
NOH/O NAUSEA, VOMITINGS, LOOSE STOOLS, BURING
MICTURITION,DECREASE IN URINE
OUTPUT
PAST HISTORY-
N/K/C/O DM, HTN,TB,EPILEPSY,ASTHMA,CVA,CAD
PERSONAL HISTORY
DIET-MIXED
SLEEP-ADEQUATE
APPETITE- LOST
BOWEL MOVEMENTS-- CONSTIPATION
MICTURITION- NORMAL
ADDICTIONS-ALCOHOL SINCE 50 YEARS OCCASSIONALLY 90ML LAST
INTAKE WAS 10 DAYS
BACK
1CHUTTA PACK / 3DAY AND STOPPED 5 YEARS BACK
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PT IS C/C/C
TEMP.AFEBRILE
PR 116 BPM
BP 90/70MMHG
RR 23/MIN
SPO2 92% ON 4 L O2
GRBS 109 MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS:S1 S2 HEARD , NO MURMURS
RS:BAE +,NVBS
P/A:SOFT,NT, NO ORAGANOMEGALY
CNS-NFND
REFERED TO GENERAL SURGERY I/V/O ULCER OVER LEFT LOWER LIMB
RX1.CONTINUE TREATMENT ADVICED AS PER PHYSICIAN
2.TAB.CHYMEROL FORTE PO/TID
3.TAB DOLO 650 MG PO/SOS
4.MGSO4 GLYCERIN DRESSING
5.B/L LOWER LIMB CREPE BANDAGE AF
67YEAR OLD MALE PRESENTED WITH CHEIF COMPLAINTS ABDOMINAL
DISTENSION SINCE
2 MONTHS,PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 2 MONTHSSOB SINCE 20 DAYS AND
K/C/O CHRONIC
SMOKER AND OCCASSIONAL ALCOHOLIC. NECESSORY INVESTIGATIONS
WERE SENT AND
BED SIDE 2DECHO WAS DONE SHOWING DILATED RIGHT ATRIUM AND
DILATED RIGHT
VENTRICLE WITH NON COLLAPSING IVC AND WAS DIAGONSED AS COR
PULMONALE
.PATIENT WAS STARTED ON LASIX, THIAMINE AND ANTIBIOTICS.
PATIENT HAD SWELLING
ON LEFT LOWER LIMB AND SURGERY REFERRAL WAS TAKEN AND
DIAGNOSED AS LEFT
LOWER LIMB CELLULITIS AND RIGHT SIDED CHRONIC HYDROCELE FOR
WHICH
SUPPORTIVE MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN . 2DECHO WAS DONE SHOWED EF
61% WITH
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION, DILATED RA,RV WITH DILATED IV.
ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE
WHICH SHOWED HIGH SAAG AND HIGH PROTEIN AND SUPPORTIVE
MANAGEMENT WAS
GIVEN. PATIENT WAS IMPROVED CLINICALLY AND DISCHARGED IN
HEMODYNAMICALLY
STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
Anti HCV Antibodies - RAPID 17-01-2025 07:59:PM Non Reactive
HBsAg-RAPID 17-01-2025 07:59:PM Negative
SERUM ELECTROLYTES (Na, K, C l) 18-01-2025 12:44:AMSODIUM
133 mmol/L 145-136
mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.5 mmol/L 5.1-3.5 mmol/LCHLORIDE 101 mmol/L
98-107 mmol/L
BLOOD UREA 18-01-2025 07:37:AM 79 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlSERUM
CREATININE 18-01-2025
07:37:AM 1.2 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dl
SERUM ALBUMIN ON 18/1/25- 3.7 g/dl
ABG 18-01-2025 07:37:AMPH 7.36PCO2 25.4PO2 60.7HCO3
14.3St.HCO3 17.4BEB -8.8BEecf -
10.0TCO2 27.1O2 Sat 89.0O2 Count 21.7
RFT 20-01-2025 12:08:AMUREA 55 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
1.3 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 9.3 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.0 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 3.8 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 134 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 3.5
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
104 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT) 20-01-2025 12:08:AMTotal Bilurubin
4.20 mg/dl 1-0 mg/dlDirect
Bilurubin 1.26 mg/dl 0.2-0.0 mg/dlSGOT(AST) 21 IU/L 35-0
IU/LSGPT(ALT) 14 IU/L 45-0
IU/LALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 228 IU/L 119-56 IU/LTOTAL PROTEINS
5.9 gm/dl 8.3-6.4
gm/dlALBUMIN 2.9 gm/dl 4.6-3.2 gm/dlA/G RATIO 0.94
RFT 20-01-2025 11:00:PMUREA 55 mg/dl 50-17 mg/dlCREATININE
1.5 mg/dl 1.3-0.8 mg/dlURIC
ACID 8.4 mmol/L 7.2-3.5 mmol/LCALCIUM 9.5 mg/dl 10.2-8.6
mg/dlPHOSPHOROUS 3.7 mg/dl 4.5-
2.5 mg/dlSODIUM 135 mmol/L 145-136 mmol/LPOTASSIUM 4.1
mmol/L. 5.1-3.5 mmol/L.CHLORIDE
98 mmol/L 98-107 mmol/L
APTT TEST ON 20/1/25- 33 SEC
PT TIME/INR ON 20/1/25
Prothrombin Time 17 SECINR 1.2
HS-TROPONIN I ON 20/1/25
TROPONIN-I 27.7 pg/ml
USG DONE ON 17/1/25
IMPRESSION
-ALTERED ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER
-MILD TO MODERATE ASCITIS
HEMOGRAM ON 20/1/25
HAEMOGLOBIN 16.5 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 12,400 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 76 %
LYMPHOCYTES 20 % EOSINOPHILS 02 % MONOCYTES 02 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 50.2 vol %
M C V 81.8 fl M C H 26.9 pg M C H C 32.9 % RDW-CV 17.2 %
RDW-SD 51.2 fl RBC COUNT 6.1
millions/cumm PLATELET COUNT 1.5 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC leukocytosis Light MicroscopyPLATELETS
Adeqaute Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen Light
MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic with leukocytosis
HEMOGRAM ON 21/1/25
HAEMOGLOBIN 16.6 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 12,300 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 78 %
LYMPHOCYTES 11 % EOSINOPHILS 01 % MONOCYTES 10 % BASOPHILS
00 % PCV 49.7 vol %
M C V 80.7 fl M C H 27.0 pg M C H C 33.5 % RDW-CV 18.0 %
RDW-SD 54.3 fl RBC COUNT 6.15
millions/cumm PLATELET COUNT 1.5 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC leukocytosis Light MicroscopyPLATELETS
Adeqaute Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen Light
MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic blood picture with leukocytosis
HEMOGRAM ON 22/1/25
HAEMOGLOBIN 16.6 gm/dl TOTAL COUNT 11,000 cells/cumm
NEUTROPHILS 79 %
LYMPHOCYTES 13 %EOSINOPHILS 01 % MONOCYTES 07 % BASOPHILS 00
% PCV 49.6 vol %
M C V 80.8 fl M C H 27.0 pg M C H C 33.4 % RDW-CV 18.0 %
RDW-SD 54.4 flRBC COUNT 6.14
millions/cumm PLATELET COUNT 1.50 lakhs/cu.mm SMEARRBC
Normocytic normochromic Light
MicroscopyWBC With in normal limits Light
MicroscopyPLATELETS Adeqaute Light
MicroscopyHEMOPARASITES No hemoparasites seen Light
MicroscopyIMPRESSION Normocytic
normochromic blood picture
LFT ON 22/1/25
Total Bilurubin 3.67 mg/dl Direct Bilurubin 1.55 mg/dl
SGOT(AST) 16 IU/L SGPT(ALT) 10 IU/L
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE 206 IU/L TOTAL PROTEINS 6.1 gm/dl
ALBUMIN 2.9 gm/dl A/G RATIO
0.89
RFT ON 22/1/25
UREA 58 mg/dl CREATININE 1.3 mg/dl URIC ACID 8.3 mmol/L
CALCIUM 9.8 mg/dl
PHOSPHOROUS 2.9 mg/dl SODIUM 133 mmol/L POTASSIUM 3.5
mmol/L. CHLORIDE 97 mmol/L
ASCITIC TAP REPORTS-
ASCITIC FLUID PROTEIN SUGAR:
SUGAR 121 mg/dl PROTEIN 2.9 g/dl
ASCITIC FLUID AMYLASE
Ascitic Fluid Amylase-17 IU/L
ASCITIC FLUID FOR LDH
LDH 130 IU/L
SAAG
Serum Albumin 3.3 gm/dl Ascitic Albumin 1.7 gm/dl SAAG 1.6
2D ECHO WAS DONE ON 18/01/25 REPORT :
- 'D' SHAPE LV
- MODERATE TR+ WITH PAH
- TRIVIAL MR+ ; NO AR ; MILD PR+
- SCLEROTIC AV ; NO AS/MS ; IAS - INTACT
- EF = 61% GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
- GRADE I DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION+
- IVC SIZE (1.90CM) DILATED NON COLLAPSING
- DILATED -> RA/RV MPA - SIZE 2.5CM
- MILD PE+ ; NO LV CLOT
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1.SALT RESTRICTION <2 G/DAY
2. O2 SUPPLEMENTATION >SPO2 92%
3.INJ AUGMENTIN 1.2GM IV/TID FOR 5DAYS
4.INJ LASIX IV/BD 40MG---X---20MG
5.INJ CLEXANE 40MG S.C/OD
6.INJ THIAMINE 200MG IV/BD
7.TAB. MET-XL 25MG PO/BD
8.TAB.PCM 40 MG PO/OD
9.TAB.REJUNEX CD3 PO/OD
10.TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
11.STRICT I/O CHARTING
12.MONITORING VITALS AND INFORM SOS
Advice at Discharge
SALT RESTRICTION <2 G/DAY
FLUID RESTRICTION <2L/DAY
HOME O2 / CPAP SUPPLEMENTATION >SPO2 92%
TAB DYTOR PLUS 20/50MG PO OD FOR 1 MONTH
TAB THIAMINE 100MG PO/BD FOR 1MONTH
TAB. MET-XL 25MG PO/OD TO CONTINUE
TAB.PAN-D 40 MG PO/OD FOR 1MONTH
TAB.REJUNEX CD3 PO/OD FOR 1MONTH
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD FOR 1MONTH
TAB ECOSPRIN AV 75/10MG PO OD TO CONTINUE
TAB.IVABRAD 5MG PO/BD X15DAYS
OINT.T-BACT L/A TID WITH DRESSINGS OVER LEFT LOWER LIMB
COMPLETE ALCOCHOL ABSTIENCE
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: High SAAG (1.6), ascites,
thrombocytopenia (Plt 1.5L).
2. **Cor Pulmonale**: Dilated RA/RV, PAH (TR +), D-shaped LV
on echo.
3. **Polycythemia**: Hct 50%, Hb 16.6 g/dl – secondary to
OSA vs. alcohol-induced.
4. **Alcohol-Driven CLD**: Elevated ALP (228 IU/L),
hypoalbuminemia (Alb 2.9 g/dl).
5. **Cellulitis-Hydrocele Complication**: Left lower limb
cellulitis, chronic hydrocele.
6. **Rural Pragmatism**: Empiric Augmentin for cellulitis,
no ascitic fluid culture.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, dyspnea, edema,
hypoxia (SpO₂ 92% on O₂).
- **Lab/Imaging**: SAAG-driven PH, polycythemia, elevated
Troponin-I (27.7 pg/ml).
- **Management**: Diuretics (Lasix), anticoagulation
(Clexane), CPAP for OSA.
- **Uncertainties**: Ascites etiology (PH vs. cardiac),
polycythemia triggers.
- **Rural Context**: Limited sleep studies for OSA, no PH
workup (HVPG).
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **SAAG Paradox in Cor Pulmonale**
- **Conflict**:
High SAAG (PH) coexists with cor pulmonale (cardiac ascites). Rural imaging
lacks Doppler to differentiate portal vs. hepatic venous pressure.
- **Action**:
NT-proBNP to rule out HF-driven ascites.
2. **Polycythemia in CLD**
- **Novel
Insight**: Elevated Hct (50%) likely from **OSA-driven hypoxia** (not
PH-related). Rural lack of polysomnography delays OSA diagnosis.
- **Risk**:
Hyperviscosity → thrombotic events (Clexane underdosed at 40 mg).
3. **Troponin Elevation in Non-CAD**
- **Cause**: RV
strain (cor pulmonale) → troponin leak (27.7 pg/ml). Misinterpreted as ACS in
rural settings without echo correlation.
4. **Alcohol-CLD-OSA Triad**
- **Synergy**:
Alcohol worsens OSA → hypoxia → polycythemia → PAH → RV failure.
- **Rural Gap**: No
CPAP compliance programs for alcoholics.
5. **Cellulitis in Hypoalbuminemia**
- **Mechanism**:
Low albumin (2.9 g/dl) impairs tissue repair, increasing infection risk.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in Suspected
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **SAAG-Cardiac Overlap**
- **Key Insight**:
High SAAG ascites in cor pulmonale suggests **mixed etiology** (PH + cardiac).
Rural centers need NT-proBNP to prioritize HF management.
- **Case Link**:
SAAG 1.6 + dilated RV/RA.
2. **Polycythemia in OSA-CLD**
- **Action**:
Screen for OSA in CLD patients with polycythemia (Hct >48%) – prioritize
CPAP over phlebotomy in rural settings.
3. **Troponin Leak in RV Strain**
- **Diagnostic
Nuance**: Troponin-I elevation (27.7 pg/ml) reflects RV ischemia, not CAD.
Avoid unnecessary antiplatelets (Ecosprin AV risks GI bleed in CLD).
4. **Alcohol-OSA-PAH Axis**
- **Management**:
Alcohol cessation + CPAP improves PAH and reduces polycythemia.
5. **Hypoalbuminemia-Driven Infections**
- **Prevention**:
Albumin infusions (unavailable rurally) + protein supplements to reduce
cellulitis recurrence.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **Mixed Ascites Dilemma**: SAAG >1.1 + cor pulmonale
demands dual management (diuretics + albumin).
2. **OSA as a Polycythemia Driver**: Underdiagnosed in rural
CLD patients due to lack of sleep studies.
3. **RV Strain Biomarkers**: Troponin-I as a surrogate for
PAH severity in resource-limited settings.
4. **Alcohol-CPAP Adherence**: Rural programs needed to
integrate addiction counseling with OSA care.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the complexity of
managing PH in multimorbid rural patients. Key innovations include NT-proBNP
for ascites differentiation, OSA screening in polycythemia, and
context-specific protocols for RV strain. Addressing alcohol cessation and CPAP
access is critical to break the CLD-OSA-PAH cycle.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 11:15:50 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 46 with AI
Analysis 🤖🧐*
67 years male
Admission -20/12/23
Discharge -26/12/24
Follow up - mortality
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE;
HIGH SAAG LOW PROTEIN ASCITES SECONDARY TO ALCOHOLIC LIVER
CIRRHOSIS WITH
GRADE 3 ENCEPHALOPATHY
B/L LOWER LIMB SWELLING (GRADE III);
HYPERVOLUEMIC HYPONATREMIA;
HYPOKALEMIA SECONDARY TO CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE;
K/C/O CVA- MONOPLEGIA (RIGHT UPPERLIMB) WITH DEVIATION OF
MOUTH TO LEFT 15
YEARS AGO .
K/C/O DIABETIS MELLITUS 10 YEARS AGO.
K/C/O HTN 10 YEARS AGO.
Case History and Clinical Findings
PRESENTING COMPLAINTS:C/O Abdominal distension and B/L Lower
limb swelling since 1 1/2
month.C/O Breathlessness since a month.
HOPI:A 65 year male, a potato chip vendor, resident of
Bhongiri, was bought to causality with
complaints of abdominal distension since 1 1/2 month,
gradually progressive, not associated with
pain. History of Bilateral lower limb swelling since 1 1/2
month, insidious onset gradually progressive,
pitting type of grade 2. History of breathlessness of grade
II to III MMRC, since a month, insidious
onset, gradually progressive, no seasonal or diurnal
variation. No history of chest pain, decreased
urine output, PND, Orthopnea, fever, cold, cough. Now
admitted for further management and
treatment.
PAST ILLNESS:History of head injury to occipital region
which was self healed, pt had altered
behaviour for 6 months.History of CVA - Monoplegia (right
upper limb associated with deviation of
mouth to left 15 years ago; used anti coagulants for 5 years
and stopped.K/C/O HTN since 6 years,
on TAB. AMLODIPINE 5mg/PO/OD at 8 AMK/C/O T2DM since 6 years
on TAB. GLIMEPIRIDE 2mg+
METFORMIN 1000mg/PO/OD at 8 AM.PERSONAL HISTORY:
Decreased appetiteRegular bowel and bladderNo
allergiesAlcoholic since the age of 17, takes 160
ML BRANDY till 22 nd sep from 1 st October 90 ml once in 4
days.Smoker since age of 17, initially 36
beedi for a day till 1 st October now 1 beedi per day.
COURSE IN THE .:
A 65 year male clinically presented with above mentioned
complaints. Upon admission after initial
examination necessary investigations were done. after
explaining the condition and further workup to
the patient and his attendees, diagnostic abdominal
paracentesis was done, which showed thick
straw coloured fluid followed by therapeutic paracentesis
was done and sent for analysis. Ascitic fluid:
LDH 141 IU/L; Amylase 151 IU/L; Sugar 124 mg/dl; Protein 0.2
mg/dl; Serum Albumin 2.5 mg/dl;
Ascitic Albumin 0.11 mg/dl; SAAG 2.49. His serum osmolality
266 mOsm/kg; Spot urinary: Na+ 142
mmol/l; K+ 151 mmol/l; Cl- 176 mmol/l . Hb 10.5 gr/dl; PCV
32.2; TLC 6100 cellsmm3; Platelet count
1.5 lakhs/mm3.
He was started on IV Antibiotics, Loop diuretics, Oral
Rifiximine, Pottasium supplements and other
Liver supportive medications.
USG Abdomen was domne on 13/12/2022 which showed:
1. Liver : 12.8 cms , normal size and coarse echotexture, No
IHBRD, Gall bladder wall edema (5mm),
Portal vein 11mm showing hepatopetal and biphasic pattern.
2. Spleen 2.6 cms with normla size and echotexture,
3. Right kidney of 9.6 * 5.4 cms and Left Kidney 9.3 * 5.2
cms with normal size and echotexture, CMD
maibntained and
2d echo findings
no rwma
mild TR + ,TRIVIAL MR+
DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION + NO PE
EF 60% MILD AS AND AR POSITIVE
IVC SIZE 1 CMS COLLAPSING
AT PRESENT HEMOGRAM FINDINGS
HB 9.7
TC 10,300 , N/L/M/E/ 90/03/06/01 PCV 30.5 RBC 3.25 ,PLT 1.20
PT 14 ,INR 1.0 ,APTT 29
PATIENT AND PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE
PATIENT
CONDITION THAT IS ALTERED SENOSRIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC
ENCEPHALOPATHY,
DIAGNOSED WITH DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE AND VARIOUS
COMPLICATIONS THAT
MAY ARISE, INCLUDING THE MORTALITY OF THE PATIENT IN THEIR
OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE LANGUAGE BUT THEY DENIED FURTHER . STAY AND
TREATMENT AND UNDER LEAVING AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE DUE THEIR
PERSONAL
REASONS.
. STAFF, DOCTORS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DETORIATION OF
THE
PATIENT CONDITION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
1 TAB. RIFAGUT 550MG PO BD
2 TAB. ALDACTONE 50MG PO BD
3 TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD
4 TAB. HEPAMERZ 500MG PO OD
5 TAB. AMLONG 5MG PO OD
6 TAB.FOLIC ACID 5MG PO OD
7 TAB.BENFOTHIAMINE 100MG PO BD
8 INJ. HYDROCORT 100MG IV BD
9 INJ. HUMAN ACTRAPID INSULIN S/C TID ACCORDING TO GRBS
10 SYP.POTKLOR 15ML/PO/TID IN 1 GLASS OF WATER
11 INJ.MONOCEF 1GM IV BD
12 SYP.LACTULOSE 30ML PO TID
13 GRBS MONITORING 6TH HOURLY
14 NEB.IPRAVENT 8TH HOURLY
Advice at Discharge
PATIENT ATTENDERS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED ABOUT THE PATEINT
CONDITION THAT IS
ALTERED SENSORIUM SECONDARY TO HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY
DIAGNOSED WITH
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVE DISEASE AND VARIOUS COMPLIACTIONS
THAT MAY
ARISE INCLUDING MORTALITY OF THE PATIENT IN THEIR OWN
UNDERSTANDABLE
LANGUAGE BUT THEY DENIED FURTHER . STAY AND TREATMENT AND
ARE
LEAVING AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE DUE TO THEIR OWN PERSONAL
REASONS
. STAFF DOCTORS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DETORIATION OF
PATIENT
CONDITION
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
### **Coding & Categorization**
**Initial Codes**
1. **Portal Hypertension (PH)**: High SAAG (2.49), ascites,
thrombocytopenia.
2. **Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE)**: Grade 3, altered
sensorium, lactulose/rifaximin use.
3. **Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ALD)**: Chronic
decompensation, coarse liver on USG.
4. **Electrolyte Imbalance**: Hypervolemic hyponatremia (Na⁺
142↓), hypokalemia (K⁺ 151↑).
5. **Comorbidities**: HTN, DM, CVA (monoplegia), prior
anticoagulant use.
6. **Social Determinants**: LAMA due to socioeconomic
factors, rural occupation (potato chip vendor).
7. **Atypical Imaging**: Normal spleen size despite PH,
hepatopetal portal flow.
**Categories**
- **Clinical Presentation**: Ascites, edema, encephalopathy,
breathlessness.
- **Lab/Imaging**: SAAG-driven PH, hypoalbuminemia (Alb 2.5
g/dl), normal INR (1.0).
- **Management**: Diuretics, antibiotics, lactulose,
rifaximin, hydrocortisone.
- **Uncertainties**: Role of hydrocortisone, normal spleen
size in PH.
- **Rural Context**: LAMA-driven mortality, lack of
structured alcohol cessation programs.
---
### **Theme Identification**
1. **SAAG Paradox in Early PH**
- **Novel
Insight**: High SAAG (2.49) with **normal spleen size and portal flow**
suggests early-stage PH, challenging the assumption that splenomegaly is
mandatory for PH diagnosis.
- **Action**:
Serial Doppler USG to monitor portal hypertension progression in rural
settings.
2. **Hydrocortisone in HE Management**
- **Unusual
Practice**: Hydrocortisone use without documented adrenal insufficiency
highlights rural empiricism. Risks fluid retention and masking infections.
- **Evidence Gap**:
Adrenal function tests (e.g., random cortisol) rarely done rurally.
3. **Electrolyte Imbalance Complexity**
- **Mechanism**:
Hypokalemia (K⁺ 151 mmol/l) likely from diuretics + malnutrition, while
hypervolemic hyponatremia reflects advanced cirrhosis.
- **Rural Gap**:
Lack of albumin infusion for hypoalbuminemia worsens edema.
4. **CVA-Liver Disease Interplay**
- **Therapeutic
Conflict**: Prior anticoagulant use (CVA history) vs. bleeding risk in
cirrhosis. Rural centers lack thrombophilia/thromboelastography.
5. **LAMA as a Mortality Driver**
- **Social
Determinants**: Low socioeconomic status (potato chip vendor) and poor health
literacy drive LAMA.
- **Solution**:
Integrate community health workers for post-discharge follow-up.
---
### **Theme Representation**
#### **Thesis Title**
**“Navigating Diagnostic and Therapeutic Uncertainties in
Portal Hypertension: A Rural Tertiary Care Perspective”**
#### **Learning Points**
1. **Early PH Indicators**
- **Key Insight**:
Normal spleen size and portal flow do not exclude PH. SAAG >1.1 is
sufficient for diagnosis.
- **Action**:
Prioritize SAAG over imaging in resource-limited settings.
2. **HE Management Nuances**
- **Rural
Pragmatism**: Lactulose + rifaximin remain cornerstones, but hydrocortisone use
demands adrenal testing.
- **Risk**:
Steroids may worsen infections (e.g., SBP) in cirrhotics.
3. **Electrolyte Balancing Act**
- **Hypokalemia**:
Spironolactone (K⁺-sparing) + KCl supplements risk hyperkalemia if renal
function fluctuates.
- **Hyponatremia**:
Fluid restriction (<1.5L/day) critical but rarely enforced rurally.
4. **CVA-CLD Dual Burden**
- **Thrombosis vs.
Bleeding**: Withhold anticoagulants in CLD; use platelet transfusions for
procedural bleeding risks.
5. **Novel Case-Specific Insights**
- **Gallbladder
Wall Edema**: Hypoalbuminemia (Alb 2.5 g/dl) mimics cholecystitis;
differentiate with CRP.
- **Normal INR in
CLD**: Despite thrombocytopenia, INR 1.0 suggests preserved synthetic function
– rare in decompensation.
---
### **Key Thesis Contributions**
1. **SAAG Over Imaging**: Reliance on SAAG for PH diagnosis
in rural areas with limited imaging.
2. **Steroid Caution**: Avoid empiric hydrocortisone without
adrenal testing in cirrhotics.
3. **LAMA Interventions**: Community-based palliative care
to reduce post-discharge mortality.
4. **Electrolyte Protocols**: Strict monitoring of K⁺/Na⁺
with albumin support where available.
**Conclusion**: This case underscores the complexity of
managing PH in rural settings, where diagnostic ambiguities (normal spleen
size), therapeutic empiricism (steroids), and socioeconomic barriers (LAMA)
converge. Innovations like SAAG-focused protocols and community health
integration are critical to improve outcomes.
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[14/05/25, 11:56:06 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 47 with AI
analysis 🤖 🧐*
Age -61 yrs male
Admission 31/3/23
Discharge 4/4/23
Follow up - mortality due to liver disease
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION[ASCITIS + HEPATOSPLEENOMEGALY]
WITH CHRONIC HEPATITIS B[HBSAG POSITIVE]
WITH HEPATORENAL SYNDROME TYPE 2
Case History and Clinical Findings
CHIEF COMPLAINTS;
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION AND DISCOMFORT SINCE 3 MONTHS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 2 MONTHS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS;
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC UNTIL 3 MONTHS AGO.THEN
HE HAD
COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT AND DISTENSION SINCE 3
MONTHS,SUDDEN IN
ONSET,GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE ACCOMPANIED WITH BLOATING
SENSATION AND
TIGHTNESS; SOB AGGRAVATED AFTER HAVING FOOD; NO H/O
CHESTPAIN ; PALPITATIONS
; ORTHOPNEA AND PND
HISTORY OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS 3 MONTHS AGO,ASCITIC TAP WAS
DONE
COMPLAINTS OF LOSS OF APETITE
HISTORY OF LOWER ABDOMINAL PAIN 5 MONTHS AGO
NO COMPLAINTS OF DECREASED OR INCREASED URINE OUTPUT,BURNING
MICTURATION,CHEST
PAIN,ORTHOPNEA,PND,SWEATING,PALPITATIONS,COUGH,COLD,LOOSE
STOOLS,CONSTIPATION,NAUSEA,VOMITINGS
PAST HISTORY;
HISTORY OF JAUNDICE 2 YEARS AGO,USED HERBAL MEDICATION
NOT A KNOWN CASE OF DM,HTN,TB,ASTHMA,EPILEPSY
PERSONAL HISTORY;
DIET;MIXED
APETITE;NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER;REGULAR
ADDICTIONS; PATIENT WAS AN OCASSIONAL ALCOHOLIC SINCE 20
YEARS AND FROM THE
AGE OF 40 HE HAS BEEN A REGULAR ALCOHOLIC. HE DRINKS LOCAL
SARA AND STOPPED
5 MONTHS BACK
GENERAL EXAMINATION;
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS.COHERANT.COOPERATIVE,MODERATELY BUILT
AND
MODERATELY NOURISHED
PALLOR PRESENT
NO ICTERUS,CYANOSIS,CLUBBING,LYMPHADENOPATHY,PEDAL EDEMA
VITALS;
TEMPERATURE;98.6F
PR;83BPM
RR;18CPM
BP;110/60MMHG
SPO2;99 PERCENT AT ROOM AIR
GRBS;90MG/DL
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION;
CVS;S1 AND S2 HEARD
RS;BILATERAL AIR ENTRY PRESENT,NVBS
ABDOMEN;SOFT,NON TENDER
CNS;NAD
COURSE IN THE .;- PATINET PRESENTED TO OUR . WITH THE ABOVE
MENTIONED COMPLAINTS, WITH ABDOMINAL DISTENTION AND
SHORTNESS OF BREATH;
PATIENT WAS WAS THOROUGHLY EVALUATED AND USG ABOMEN SHOWED
COARSE
ECHOTEXTURE OF LIVER AND GROSS ASCITES WITH SPLEENOMEGALY.
SEROLOGY REPORTS CONFIRMED PATIENT TO BE HBSAG POSTIVE.
THERAPEUTIC AND DIAGNOSTIC TAP WAS DONE WHICH SHOWED HIGH
SAAG LOW
PROTEIN AND ON FURTHER EVALUATION PATIENT IS DIAGNOSED AS
CHRONIC
DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION.
PATIENT WAS ON IV MEDICATIONS FOR MANAGEMENT
ON FURTHER STAY IN THE HOSPTIAL 500ML AND 700ML THERAPEUTIC
TAP WAS DONE
WHICH RELIEVED PATIENT SYMPTOMS SUCH AS ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT
AND
SHORTNESS OF BREATH.
GASTROENTEROGY OPINION WAS TAKEN AND WAS ADVISED TO START
TAB.HEPBEST
25MG/PO/OD AND TO STOP DIURETICS AND REPEAT SERUM CREATININE
VALUES AFTER
72HOURS AND THERAPUTIC LARGE VOLUME PARACENTESIS WITH
ALBUMIN INFUSION AND
FOR UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY.
PATIENT IS BEING DISCHARGED IN HEMODYNAMICALLY STABLE
CONDITION
Investigation
USG ABDOMEN-
LIVER SURFACE ID IRREGULAR WITH COARSE ECHOTEXTURE
PORTAL VEIN MEASURING 13MM-MILDLY DILATED WITH HEPATOFUGAL
FLOW
MILD SPLEENOMEGALY
GALL BLADDER WALL EDEMA
GROSS ASCITIS
2 D ECHO-
TRIVIAL TR+ /AR+,NO MR
NO RWMA,NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DISFUNCTION
EF-62%
BGT-B POSITIVE
HEMOGRAM;
HB-10.9GM/DL
TC-5700CELLS/CUMM
PLATELETS-2.0LAKHS/CUMM
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 1.5GM/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION LESS THAN 2GM/DAY
PROTEIN POWDER 2 SCOOPS IN 1 GLASS OF MILK PO/BD
TAB.LASIX 20MG/PO/BD
TAB.ALDACTONE 50MG PO/ BD
TAB.BENFOMET 20MG PO /OD
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS
INJ.OPTINEURON 1 AMP IV IN 100ML NS /IV/OD
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION LESS THAN 1.5GM/DAY
SALT RESTRICTION LESS THAN 2GM/DAY
PROTEIN POWDER 2SCOOPS IN 1GLASS OF MILK PO/BD 8AM---8PM
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD 8AM---8PM
SYP.HEPAMERZ 10ML PO/BD 8AM---8PM
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO/HS 9PM
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation: thesis title -
Diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties in suspected portal
hypertension patients in rural tertiary care .
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about each case
Below is a structured framework that extracts the key
information from Case 47, organizes it into coherent categories, and ultimately
presents emerging themes as learning points. This framework is tailored to help
you estimate variability in clinical, radiological, laboratory, and therapeutic
factors in portal hypertension patients—and to highlight some novel insights
from the case.
---
## 1. Coding & Initial Labels
- **Patient Demographics & Background:**
- 61-year-old
male
- History of regular
alcohol use (regular alcoholic since age 40, drinking local “Sara”, stopped
5 months back)
- Past episode of
jaundice (2 years ago, treated with herbal medication)
- No known history
of DM, HTN, TB, asthma, or epilepsy
- **Chief Complaints & Symptom Chronology:**
- Abdominal
distension and discomfort for 3 months
- Shortness of
breath (especially after food) for 2 months
- Loss of appetite
and intermittent lower abdominal pain (5 months ago)
- Prior similar
episode managed with an ascitic tap 3 months ago
- **Key Diagnoses:**
- **Primary:**
Chronic Decompensated Liver Disease
- **Associated
Conditions:**
- Portal
Hypertension (manifested as gross ascites and hepatosplenomegaly)
- Chronic
Hepatitis B (HBsAg positive)
- Hepatorenal
Syndrome Type 2
- **Investigation Findings:**
- **Ultrasonography
(USG) of the Abdomen:**
- Liver: Irregular
surface with coarse echotexture
- Ascites: Gross
in amount
- Portal vein:
Mild dilation (13 mm) with hepatofugal flow
- Spleen: Mild
splenomegaly
- Gallbladder:
Wall edema
- **Ascitic Fluid
Analysis:**
- High
Serum-Ascites Albumin Gradient (SAAG) with low protein
- **Cardiac (2D
Echo):**
- Trivial TR/AR,
no significant valvular pathology, EF 62% (good systolic function)
- **Laboratory
(Hemogram):**
- Hemoglobin:
10.9 g/dL
- WBC: 5700
cells/cumm
- Platelets:
~200,000/cumm
- **Therapeutic & Management Interventions:**
- **Acute
Management:**
- Repeated
therapeutic paracentesis (500 mL and 700 mL taps) relieving abdominal
discomfort and shortness of breath
- IV medications
for stabilization
- **Gastroenterology
Input:**
- Initiation of
Tab. Hepbest 25 mg PO OD
- Recommendation
to stop diuretics temporarily while reassessing renal function (serum
creatinine after 72 hours)
- Advising
therapeutic large-volume paracentesis with albumin infusion and scheduling an
upper GI endoscopy
- **Discharge
Advice:**
- Fluid
restriction (<1.5 L/day)
- Salt restriction
(<2 g/day)
- Continued oral
medications including protein supplementation, Tab. Udiliv, Syp. Lactulose, and
other supportive drugs
- **Outcome:**
- Patient discharged
hemodynamically stable
- Follow-up noted
mortality due to liver disease
---
## 2. Categorization: Organizing the Codes
### A. **Patient Background and Risk Factors**
- **Demographics & Lifestyle:**
- Elderly male;
long-term alcohol use; prior herbal medication use
- **Pre-existing Conditions:**
- History of
jaundice; Chronic Hepatitis B infection
### B. **Clinical Presentation**
- **Signs and Symptoms:**
- Abdominal
distension, discomfort, and shortness of breath
- Onset and
progression: Sudden onset 3 months ago, with worsening respiratory
symptoms after eating
- **Past Episodes:**
- Recurrence of
ascites with previous therapeutic tap
### C. **Diagnostics and Investigations**
- **Radiological:**
- USG findings:
Coarse liver, gross ascites, mild splenomegaly, portal vein dilation
- **Laboratory:**
- Ascitic fluid
analysis (high SAAG/low protein) confirming portal hypertension
- Hemogram showing
anemia and other parameters within acceptable ranges
- **Cardiac Evaluation:**
- 2D Echo findings
ensuring that cardiac function was preserved
### D. **Therapeutic Management**
- **Immediate Interventions:**
- Symptom relief
through paracentesis
- Adjustment of
diuretic therapy based on renal function
- **Long-term Planning:**
- Introduction of
antiviral therapy (Hepbest) for chronic hepatitis B
- Recommendations
for further diagnostic follow-up (renal monitoring, GI endoscopy)
### E. **Outcomes and Challenges**
- **Short-term Outcome:**
- Temporary
improvement and stabilization at discharge
- **Long-term Outcome:**
- Mortality due to
progressive liver disease
- **Resource-limited Setting Considerations:**
- Reliance on
paracentesis and cost-effective pharmacotherapy in a rural tertiary care
environment
---
## 3. Theme Identification: Emerging Patterns and Insights
### **Theme 1: Multidimensional Diagnostic Complexity**
- **Pattern:**
- Overlapping
features of decompensated liver disease, portal hypertension, chronic hepatitis
B, and evolving hepatorenal syndrome
- **Insight:**
- No single modality
(clinical, radiological, or laboratory) is sufficient alone. The diagnostic
process must integrate inputs from all three domains to reduce uncertainty in
complex presentations.
### **Theme 2: Therapeutic Dilemmas and Management
Challenges**
- **Pattern:**
- Symptomatic
management via repeated paracentesis provided transient relief, yet systemic
interventions (such as careful adjustment of diuretics and timely antiviral
therapy) remain challenging.
- **Insight:**
- In advanced liver
disease, ensuring immediate symptomatic improvement must be balanced against
interventions that can alter the disease’s natural progression, especially when
faced with the risk of hepatorenal syndrome.
### **Theme 3: Variability in Clinical Courses and
Outcomes**
- **Pattern:**
- Despite similar
clinical presentations, a wide variability exists in outcomes—illustrated by
initial clinical stability versus eventual mortality.
- **Insight:**
- This variability
underscores the importance of early prognostic marker identification (e.g.,
serial creatinine levels, dynamic ascitic fluid changes) to fine-tune
management approaches.
### **Theme 4: Pragmatic Approaches in Resource-Limited
Settings**
- **Pattern:**
- Reliance on
cost-effective, readily available interventions (such as paracentesis,
fluid/salt restrictions, and basic pharmacotherapy)
- **Insight:**
- In environments
with limited resources, innovative and adaptive therapeutic strategies are
essential. Emphasis on standardized yet adaptable treatment protocols can help
mitigate therapeutic uncertainty and optimize outcomes.
---
## 4. Theme Representation: Learning Points & Novel
Insights
### **Learning Point 1: Integrated Diagnostics Are
Essential**
- **Key Findings:**
- The case
reinforces that integrating clinical signs (abdominal discomfort, dyspnea),
radiological findings (coarse liver, ascites, splenomegaly), and laboratory
parameters (high SAAG, low-protein ascitic fluid) is necessary for a confident
diagnosis.
- **Novel Insight:**
- Multimodal
diagnostic algorithms could reduce diagnostic uncertainty and potentially lead
to earlier therapeutic interventions.
### **Learning Point 2: Balancing Symptomatic Relief with
Long-Term Management**
- **Key Findings:**
- Repeated
paracentesis provided immediate symptom relief but did not alter the underlying
disease progression.
- **Novel Insight:**
- Developing
strategies that integrate acute management (paracentesis and IV medications)
with proactive, long-term interventions (antiviral therapies and dynamic
diuretic adjustments) may improve patient survival.
### **Learning Point 3: Recognizing Variability and
Predictive Markers**
- **Key Findings:**
- The patient’s
course—marked by temporary stability followed by mortality—highlights the
unpredictability of advanced liver disease outcomes.
- **Novel Insight:**
- Systematic
research focused on identifying early predictors (e.g., trends in renal
function, evolving ascitic fluid characteristics) can help stratify patients by
risk, leading to more personalized management protocols.
### **Learning Point 4: Tailored Management in
Resource-Limited Settings**
- **Key Findings:**
- The case
exemplifies how resource limitations shape treatment approaches, emphasizing
cost-effective strategies without compromising patient care.
- **Novel Insight:**
- There is value in
exploring how minimal-resource strategies (like targeted paracentesis and
nutritional support) can be optimized, which may inform scalable protocols in
similar rural or resource-constrained environments.
---
This comprehensive framework not only organizes the case
details into a clear structure but also draws attention to the diagnostic
nuances, therapeutic dilemmas, and outcome variability inherent to portal
hypertension cases. It also underscores the need for personalized,
resource-conscious clinical protocols.
Would you like to explore further details on any specific
theme, or consider comparative analysis with other cases to deepen these
insights?
[14/05/25, 11:56:17 AM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: This case of
chronic decompensated liver disease (CDLD) with portal hypertension and
Hepatitis B provides an opportunity to examine variability across different
chronic liver disease presentations. Let's break down key points of comparison:
---
### **1. Clinical Variability in Chronic Liver Disease
Cases**
**Common Features Across CDLD Cases:**
- Progressive liver dysfunction leading to ascites,
jaundice, coagulopathy, and encephalopathy.
- Signs of portal hypertension, including splenomegaly,
esophageal varices, and hepatosplenomegaly.
- Variable involvement of renal function (hepatorenal
syndrome) and cardiopulmonary interactions.
**Unique Features in Case 47:**
- The presence of chronic hepatitis B as a contributing
factor, influencing liver fibrosis and disease progression.
- History of herbal medication use, which may have played a
role in exacerbating hepatic dysfunction.
- Temporary discontinuation of diuretics due to concerns
about worsening renal function, indicating complex fluid management.
---
### **2. Radiological and Laboratory Variability**
**Typical Chronic Liver Disease Imaging:**
- Coarse liver echotexture, altered vascular dynamics
(portal vein dilation/hepatofugal flow).
- Significant ascites and splenic enlargement due to
congestion from portal hypertension.
**What Stands Out in Case 47?**
- Portal vein dilation measured at 13 mm with hepatofugal
flow, possibly indicating more advanced circulatory changes.
- Mild splenomegaly instead of massive splenic congestion
often seen in alcoholic cirrhosis.
- Gallbladder wall edema, which may suggest systemic
inflammation or hypoalbuminemia-related changes.
---
### **3. Therapeutic Approach & Outcomes**
**Conventional Chronic Liver Disease Management:**
- Salt/fluid restriction, albumin supplementation, diuretics
(spironolactone/lasix), and nutritional adjustments.
- Paracentesis when ascites becomes refractory or
symptomatic.
- Antiviral therapy when viral hepatitis is involved.
- Endoscopic surveillance for varices in advanced cases.
**How This Case Differs?**
- **Early initiation of antiviral therapy (Hepbest 25 mg):**
While antiviral therapy is standard for Hepatitis B-induced liver disease,
initiation in decompensated states is sometimes delayed due to concerns of
further hepatic stress.
- **Therapeutic paracentesis:** The repeated taps helped
symptom relief, but resource constraints meant albumin infusion was selectively
implemented.
- **Renal monitoring:** Temporary cessation of diuretics
highlights concerns about renal dysfunction, a key challenge in portal
hypertension cases.
---
### **4. Outcome Patterns Across Chronic Liver Disease
Cases**
**Comparison With Other Cases:**
- Cases with alcoholic cirrhosis often show **more
pronounced splenomegaly** and variceal hemorrhage risk.
- Hepatitis C-related CDLD cases tend to **respond better to
antiviral therapy**, showing slower progression.
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) cases usually
present **with more metabolic comorbidities (diabetes, dyslipidemia)**.
**Where Case 47 Fits:**
- Mortality outcome suggests **advanced disease
progression**, possibly accelerated by viral hepatitis and hepatorenal syndrome
interplay.
- Compared to other cases, **less variceal bleeding was
reported**, indicating a different portal hypertension trajectory.
- **Rapid deterioration despite stable discharge**
highlights the unpredictability of prognostic factors in liver decompensation.
---
### **Key Takeaways for Comparative Analysis**
- **Impact of viral hepatitis:** Hepatitis B cases may
progress differently compared to alcoholic or metabolic liver disease.
- **Paracentesis management:** The frequency and volume of
therapeutic paracentesis can shape symptom control, but long-term benefits need
further assessment.
- **Renal involvement:** Hepatorenal syndrome type 2
presents unique therapeutic challenges that require dynamic fluid and diuretic
adjustments.
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[14/05/25, 12:02:06 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 48 with AI
Analysis 🤖🧐*
49 years male
Admission-19/04/23
Discharge -24/04/23
Follow up - mortality
Diagnosis
1) DECOMPENSATED CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
2) ? HEPATO RENAL SYNDROME
3) GRADE 4 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
4) INTERNAL HEMORRHOIDS SECONDARY TO PORTAL HYPERTENSION
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O ABDOMINAL DISTENSION SINCE 20 DAYS
BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA SINCE 15 DAYS
DECREASED URINE OUTPUT SINCE 10 DAYS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 10 DAYS
BLOOD IN STOOLS SINCE SINCE 5 DAYS LOOSE STOOLS SINCE 4 DAYS
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS :
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 20DAYS AGO ,HE THEN
DEVELOPED
ABDOMINAL DISTENSION INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE TO THE
PRESENT SIZE.NO COMPLAINTS OF PAIN ABDOMEN.BILATERAL PEDAL
EDEMA SINCE 15
DAYS PITTING TYPE EXTENDING UPTO THE KNEE JOINT.DECRESED
URINE OUTPUT SINCE
10 DAYS. NO C/O BURNING MICTURITION
H/O SHORTNESS OF BREATH SINCE 10 DAYS,INSIDIOUS IN ONSET AND
GRADUALLY
PROGRESSED FROM GRADE 1 TO GRADE 3.SOB INCREASED ON EXERTION
AND RELIEVED
ON TAKING REST.NO ORTHOPNEA,NO PND.
BLOOD IN STOOLS SINCE 5 DAYS,BLOOD AT THE END OF
DEFECATION,NOT ASSOCIATED
WITH PAIN AND NO MASS PER RECTUM.
H/O LOOSE STOOLS SINCE 4 DAYS,4-5 EPISODES/DAY.
NO H/O FEVER,VOMITINGS,CHEST PAIN,GIDDINESS.
PAST HISTORY :
HISTORY OF JAUNDICE IN THE PAST -2 YEARS BACK AND 6 MONTHS
BACK AND WAS
MANAGED CONSERVATIVELY WITH MEDICATION.
K/C/O HTN SINCE 12 YEARS AND ON REGULAR MEDICATION
TAB.AMLONG 5MG
+TAB.ATENELOL 50MG
PERSONAL HISTORY ;
DIET : MIXED
APPETITE : DECREASED SINCE 20 DAYS
SLEEP : NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER : DECREASED URINE OUTPUT
NO ALLERGIES
ALCOHOLIC SINCE 25 YEARS AND STOPPED SINCE 20 DAYS
FAMILY HISTORY :INSIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION :
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS , COHERENT , COOPERATIVE
MODERATELY BUILT AND NOURISHED .
ICTERUS AND BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA PRESENT.
NO SIGNS OF PALLOR , CYANOSIS , CLUBBING ,LYMPHADENOPATHY.
VITALS :
TEMPERATURE: 98.4F
PR - 77BPM
BP - 110/70 MMHG
RR - 20 CPM
SPO2 - 97% ON ROOM AIR
GRBS - 117 MG%
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION :
PER ABDOMEN :
INSPECTION :
ABDOMEN IS DISTENDED
UMBILICUS IS CENTRAL
ALL QUADRANTS ARE MOVING EQUALLY WITH RESPIRATION
NO SINUSES ,VISIBLE PULSATIONS .
PALPATION :
NO LOCAL RISE OF TEMPERATURE
NO TENDERNESS
ABDOMINAL GIRTH 102 CM
LIVER AND SPLEEN - NOT PALPABLE
PERCUSSION :
FLUID THRILL PRESENT
SHIFTING DULLNESS ABSENT
AUSCULTATION :
BOWEL SOUNDS ARE HEARD.
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM : S1 AND S2 HEARD.
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM : BILATERAL AIR ENTRY PRESENT ,NORMAL
VESICULAR BREATH
SOUNDS HEARD
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM: NFND
PSYCHIATRY REFERREL DONE I/V/O ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE :
ADVICE:
1. TAB.PREGABALIN 75MG PO HS
2. PATIENT &OD PSYCHOEDUCATED
3.BREIF PSYCHOTHERAPY DONE.
GENERAL SURGERY REFERRAL DONE I/V/O BLOOD IN STOOLS :
DIAGNOSIS : INTERNAL HAEMORRHOIDS ?SECONDARY TO PORTAL
HYPERTENSION
ADVICE :IF BLEED CONTINUES /INCREASES OR SIGNIFICANT DROP IN
HEMOGLOBIN
ADVICE BANDING OR SCLEROTHERAPY
COURSE IN THE .:
PATIENT CAME WITH THE ABOVE COMPLAINTS. AFTER EVALUATING HIM
CLINICALLY AND
WITH APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATIONS, HE WAS FOUND TO HAVE
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE.
DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC ASCITIC TAP WAS DONE AND AROUND
800 ML ASCITIC
FLUID WAS DRAWN OUT. PSYCHIATRIC REFERREL WAS TAKEN IN VIEW
OF ALCOHOL
DEPENDENCE AND ADVICE WAS FOLLOWED.SURGERY REFERRAL WAS DONE
I/V/O BLOOD
IN STOOLS AND THE ADVICE IS FOLLOWED. ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE AND
HE IS
DIAGNOSED TO HAVE GRADE 4 OESOPHAGEAL VARICES.THERAPEUTIC
ASCITIC TAP WAS
DONE AGAIN AND AROUD 500ML OF FLUID WAS DRAWN OUT. PATIENT
RECOVERED
SYMPTOMATICALLY AND DISCHARGED IN STABLE CONDITION.
Investigation
HEMOGRAM :
ON 19/4/2023
HB- 11.1 GM/DL
TLC- 9500CELLS/CU.MM
PLT-1.25 LAKHS/CU.MM
PCV- 34.0
ON 24/4/2023 :
HB- 10.5 GM/DL
TLC- 5400CELLS/CU.MM
PLT-1.6 LAKHS/CU.MM
PCV- 32.0
USG ABDOMEN:
? CIRRHOSIS OF LIVER
RAISED ECHOGENICITY OF BILATERAL KIDNEYS
GROSS ASCITIS
SPLENOMEGALY
2D ECHO
NO RWMA. NO AS/MS. SCLEROTIC AV
TRIVIAL AR +/TR +. NO MR
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNTION, MILD LVH +, EF 68%
GRADE 1 DIASTOLIC DYSFUNTION +, NO PAH, MINIMAL PE
ENDOSCOPY DONE ON 21/4/2023 :
GRADE 4 VARICES WITH 4 COLUMNS(HIGH GRADE ESOPHAGEAL
VARICES)
ASCITIC TAP :
SUGAR - 123MG/DL
PROTEIN - 1.2G/DL
LDH-38IU/L
SAAG :
SERUM ALBUMIN-2.5G/DL
ASCITIC ALBUMIN-0.55G/DL
SAAG -1.95
CELL COUNT - 100 CELLS
PAUCICELLULAR SMEAR SHOWS PREDOMINANTLY LYMPHOCYTES,FEW
MESOTHELIAL
CELLS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ.THIAMINE 200MG IN 100ML NS IV OD
INJ.PAN 40MG IV OD
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD
TAB.ALDACTONE 50MG PO OD
TAB.SPOROLAC DS PO TID
TAB.PREGABALIN 75MG PO HS
PROTEIN POWDER 2 TBSP IN A GLASS OF MILK/WATER
Advice at Discharge
TA.PAN 40MG PO OD BBF
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO BD X 2 WEEKS
TAB.ALDACTONE 50MG PO OD X 2 WEEKS
TAB.PREGABALIN 75MG PO HS
PROTEIN POWDER 2 TBSP IN A GLASS OF MILK/WATER X 2 WEEKS
REQUIRES ALBUMIN TRANSFUSION WITH LARGE VOLUME
PARACENTESIS/TIPPS I/V/O
REFRACTORY ASCITIS.
Follow Up
REVIEW TO GENERAL MEDICINE OPD AFTER 2 WEEKS
REVIEW TO GASTROENTEROLOGIST
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
pattern
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about the case
Below is a structured analysis of Case 48 that extracts the
key concepts, organizes the data into meaningful categories, identifies
emerging themes, and presents them as learning points. These points will help
estimate variability in clinical, radiological, laboratory, and therapeutic
factors in portal hypertension patients—and shed light on factors influencing
outcomes and novel insights from the case.
---
## 1. Coding & Initial Labels
- **Patient Demographics & Background:**
- **Age &
Gender:** 49-year-old male
- **Past
History:**
- History of
jaundice (2 years and 6 months back, managed conservatively)
- Long-standing
hypertension (12 years; on Tab. Amlong 5 mg + Tab. Atenolol 50 mg)
- Alcohol
dependence for 25 years (stopped 20 days ago)
- **Chief Complaints & Symptom Chronology:**
- **Abdominal
Distension:** Developed over 20 days with a measured abdominal girth of
102 cm
- **Pedal Edema:**
Bilateral, pitting edema up to the knee, present for 15 days
- **Decreased Urine
Output:** Noted for the past 10 days
- **Shortness of
Breath:** Increasing from grade 1 to grade 3 over 10 days, worse on
exertion
- **Gastrointestinal
Complaints:**
- Blood in stools
(noticed for 5 days, blood at end of defecation, not painful)
- Loose stools
(4–5 episodes/day for 4 days)
- **Key Diagnoses:**
1. **Decompensated
Chronic Liver Disease (CLD)**
2. **Suspected
Hepatorenal Syndrome** (marked by decreased urine output and raised kidney
echogenicity)
3. **Grade 4
Esophageal Varices** (confirmed on endoscopy with four columns)
4. **Internal
Hemorrhoids Secondary to Portal Hypertension**
- **Investigation Findings:**
- **Imaging (USG
Abdomen):**
- ?: Cirrhosis of
the liver with gross ascites
- Splenomegaly is
reported
- Raised
echogenicity of bilateral kidneys
- **Ascitic Fluid
Analysis:**
- Sugar:
123 mg/dL
- Protein:
1.2 g/dL
- LDH:
38 IU/L
- SAAG
Calculation: (Serum albumin 2.5 g/dL minus ascitic albumin 0.55 g/dL) =
1.95
- Cell Count: 100
cells (predominantly lymphocytes, few mesothelial cells)
- **Cardiac (2D
Echo):**
- Good systolic
function (EF = 68%), trivial valvular regurgitations, mild left ventricular
hypertrophy, and Grade 1 diastolic dysfunction
-
**Endoscopy:**
- Grade 4
esophageal varices with four columns
- **Therapeutic & Management Interventions:**
- **Acute
Management:**
- Diagnostic and
therapeutic ascitic tap (first 800 mL, then 500 mL on repeat) leading to
symptomatic improvement
- Management of
internal hemorrhoids with surgical referral for potential banding or
sclerotherapy if bleeding persists
- **Additional
Measures:**
- Prescription of
medications such as Tab. Udiliv, Tab. Aldactone, Tab. Sporolac DS, Tab.
Pregabalin, and nutritional protein supplementation
- Supportive
treatments including IV thiamine and Tab. Pan for prophylaxis in
decompensation
- **Psychiatric
& Social Support:**
- Psychiatric
evaluation and brief psychotherapy addressing alcohol dependence (including
psychoeducation and initiation of Tab. Pregabalin PO HS)
- **Outcome:**
- Patient was
discharged in a stable condition after short-term symptomatic improvement, but
follow-up indicated mortality.
---
## 2. Categorization
### A. **Patient Background & Risk Profile**
- **Demographics & Comorbidities:**
- 49-year-old male,
hypertensive, with a long history of alcohol dependence
- **Historical Liver Involvement:**
- Prior episodes of
jaundice, with conservative management
- Recent cessation
of alcohol (20 days ago)
### B. **Clinical Presentation**
- **Symptoms:**
- Abdominal
distension with significant ascites
- Peripheral
edema
- Decreased urine
output (suggestive of renal compromise)
- Progressive
dyspnea
- Gastrointestinal
bleeding (blood in stools due to internal hemorrhoids) and diarrhea
- **Physical Examination:**
- Icterus, distended
abdomen with a fluid thrill (absence of shifting dullness)
- Non-palpable liver
and spleen on examination despite imaging evidence
### C. **Diagnostic Investigations**
- **Radiological Findings:**
- Ultrasound showing
features suggestive of cirrhosis, gross ascites, and splenomegaly
- Raised
echogenicity in kidneys indicating possible renal parenchymal involvement
- **Laboratory & Ascitic Studies:**
- Fluid analysis
confirming a high SAAG (1.95) indicative of portal hypertension
- Hematological
parameters with slight anemia, raised TLC initially then normalizing
- **Endoscopic Evaluation:**
- Detection of Grade
4 esophageal varices, a marker of advanced portal hypertension
### D. **Therapeutic Management & Interventions**
- **Acute Interventions:**
- Multiple
therapeutic paracenteses to relieve ascites
- Medications
addressing liver decompensation and the potential for hepatorenal syndrome
- **Supportive & Adjunct Therapies:**
- Addressing the
complications of portal hypertension (internal hemorrhoids)
- Psychiatric and
social support for alcohol dependence
- **Discharge Planning:**
- Continued oral
medications with dietary protein supplementation
- Follow-up with
general medicine and gastroenterology for ongoing management
### E. **Outcome & Follow-Up Challenges**
- **Short-Term Stabilization vs. Long-Term Mortality:**
- Despite initial
clinical improvement (relief of ascites and symptomatic recovery), the disease
progressed, leading to mortality on follow-up.
---
## 3. Theme Identification and Patterns
### **Theme 1: Integrated Diagnostic Complexity**
- **Pattern:**
- The case exhibits
a multifaceted profile—with decompensated liver disease evidenced by ascites,
endoscopic confirmation of high-grade esophageal varices, and signs of renal
involvement (decreased urine output and increased kidney echogenicity).
- **Insight:**
- Combining clinical
assessment, radiological imaging, laboratory analyses, and endoscopic
evaluations is key in identifying the full spectrum of disease severity in
portal hypertension.
### **Theme 2: Therapeutic Dilemmas and Management
Challenges**
- **Pattern:**
- Acute management
through paracentesis and supportive medications provided symptomatic relief.
However, complex issues such as suspected hepatorenal syndrome and
gastrointestinal bleeding from portal hypertension (internal hemorrhoids,
esophageal varices) represent ongoing therapeutic challenges.
- **Insight:**
- Close monitoring
and timely multidisciplinary interventions are necessary. Balancing the relief
of symptoms with the prevention of further decompensation remains a core
challenge, particularly in a resource-limited setting.
### **Theme 3: Outcome Variability and Prognostic
Uncertainty**
- **Pattern:**
- The patient’s
initial stabilization was followed by eventual mortality, underscoring the
unpredictable nature and rapid progression possible in decompensated portal
hypertension.
- **Insight:**
- Early recognition
of prognostic markers (such as the severity of varices, kidney involvement, and
the extent of ascites) could aid in risk stratification and tailoring long-term
management strategies.
### **Theme 4: Multidisciplinary Management in
Resource-Limited Environments**
- **Pattern:**
- The need to
coordinate between gastroenterology, general medicine, and psychiatry (for
alcohol dependence) reflects the multifactorial care required for such
patients.
- **Insight:**
- Integrated care
pathways that account for available resources and local constraints are
essential to optimize patient outcomes despite inherent systemic challenges.
---
## 4. Theme Representation as Learning Points
### **Learning Point 1: The Necessity of Integrated
Diagnostics**
- **Key Finding:**
- Case 48
illustrates that relying on a single modality—whether clinical, radiological,
or laboratory—could miss vital aspects of disease severity. For instance,
ultrasound findings (cirrhosis, ascites, kidney echogenicity) combined with
endoscopic evidence (Grade 4 varices) yield a comprehensive picture essential
for diagnosis.
- **Insight:**
- Developing
multimodal diagnostic algorithms can reduce uncertainty and guide early,
targeted interventions. This is especially important when managing portal
hypertension in complex patients.
### **Learning Point 2: Balancing Acute Symptom Relief with
Long-Term Therapeutic Strategy**
- **Key Finding:**
- Although
therapeutic paracentesis temporarily alleviated symptoms (ascites relief and
improved dyspnea), the case shows progression to mortality despite these
interventions.
- **Insight:**
- There is a need
for robust long-term management strategies—such as early initiation of targeted
therapies, vigilant monitoring for hepatorenal syndrome, and proactive
management of gastrointestinal complications—to improve outcomes.
### **Learning Point 3: Recognizing and Addressing Outcome
Variability**
- **Key Finding:**
- The
unpredictability of outcomes (initial stabilization followed by mortality)
underscores the importance of early prognostic indicator tracking. Factors like
high-grade varices, ascitic fluid characteristics, and declining renal function
provide early signals of heightened risk.
- **Insight:**
- Future research
should focus on identifying and validating early predictive markers. This would
allow clinicians to stratify patients by risk and modify treatment plans
dynamically.
### **Learning Point 4: The Imperative of a
Multidisciplinary and Resource-Sensitive Approach**
- **Key Finding:**
- Management in this
case required input from gastroenterology, surgery (for bleeding hemorrhoids),
psychiatry (addressing alcohol dependence), and general medicine—demonstrating
the necessity of a team-based approach in complex liver disease.
- **Insight:**
- In
resource-constrained settings, creating adaptable, multidisciplinary protocols
that prioritize cost-effective measures without compromising diagnostic
thoroughness could lead to better patient management and outcomes.
---
This structured analysis of Case 48 highlights how
variability in clinical presentation, diagnostic findings, and therapeutic
responses can affect outcomes in patients with portal hypertension. It also
underscores the need for integrated, multimodal approaches and collaborative
care—especially in resource-limited settings—to better predict and improve
long-term prognosis.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 12:08:56 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 49 with AI
analysis 🤖🧐*
Age -49yrs male
Admission - 21/04/23
Discharge 29/04/23
Follow up- lost on follow up
Diagnosis
LEFT INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA WITH HIGH GRADE PORTAL
HYPERTENSION
Case History and Clinical Findings
C/O SWELLING IN THE LEFT INGUINAL REGION SINCE 6 MONTHS
PAIN IN THE LEFT INGUINAL REGION SINCE 1WEEK.
HISTORY OF PRESENTING ILLNESS:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 6 MONTHS AGO THEN HE
DEVELOPED
SWELLING IN THE LEFT GROIN REGION WHICH WAS INSIDIOUS IN
ONSET GRADUALLY
PROGRESSIVE IN NATURE AGGRAVATED ON COUGH(COUGH IMPULSE
POSITIVE)
THEN 1 WEEK AGO HE DEVELOPED PAIN IN LEFT GROIN WHICH WAS
SUDDEN IN ONSET
AND GRADUALLY PROGRESSIVE IN NATURE,DRAGGING TYPE OF
PAIN.AGGRAVATED ON
WORKING AND WALKING AND
RELIEVED ON TAKING REST.RADIATING TO LEFT LOWER LIMB.
COMPLAINTS OF ABDOMINAL DISTENSION ON INTAKE OF FOOD
H/O BELCHING ,HARD STOOLS
NO HISTORY OF FEVER,VOMITINGS,BURNING MICTURITION
PAST HISTORY :
NOT A KNOWN CASE OF HYPERTENSION, DIABETES
MELLITUS,ASTHAMA,CAD,CVD,EPILEPSY
H/O APPENDICECTOMY DONE 9 YEARS AGO
H/O JAUBOULAYS PROCEDURE DONE RIGHT SIDE OF SCROTUM 20 YEARS
AGO.
H/O JAUNDICE ,ASCITES 2 YEARS AGO FOR WHICH PATIENT WAS .ISED
UNDERWENT TREATMENT
FAMILY HISTORY-
NO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE FAMILY
GENERAL EXAMINATION
PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS,COHERENT AND COOPERATIVE
NO PALLOR, ICTERUS, CYANOSIS, CLUBBING, GENERALISED
LYMPHADENOPATHY,
BILATERAL PEDAL EDEMA
VITALS:
TEMP: 99F
PR: 92BPM
RR: 18CPM
BP: 110/70 MMHG
LOCAL EXAMINATION:OF BILATERAL INGUINOSCROTAL REGION REGION
RIGHT-NORMAL
LEFT-ON INSPECTION:-A 7X8CM SWELLING EXTENDING FROM INGUINAL
CANAL TO BASE
OF SCROTUM SEEN
PYRIFORM IN SHAPE
VISIBLE COUGH IMPULSE PRESENT
SKIN OVER THE SWELLING IS NORMAL , SKIN SURROUNDING THE
SWELLING IS NORMAL
NO VISIBLE PULSATIONS
NO ENGORGED VEINS, SINUSES, SCARS
PALPATION:-ALL INSPECTORY FINDINGS ARE CONFIRMED
SWELLING IS SOFT IN CONSISTENSY, NON TENDER
NO LOCAL RISE OF TEMPERATURE
DEEP RING OCCLUSION TEST POSITIVE
AUSCULTATION:-GURGLING SOUND HEARD
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS: S1S2 +
RS: BAE +
P/A: SOFT , NON TENDER
CNS: NAD
Investigation
USG B/L INGUNO SCROTAL REGION ON 24/04 /2023
IMPRESSION
- LEFT SPERMATOCELE
- RIGHT MILD HYDROCELE
USG ON 24/04/2023
IMPRESSION
-F/S/O CHRONIC LIVER PARENCHYMAL DISEASE
-SPLEENOMEGALY
-MODERATE ASCITES
-MILD PORTAL HYPERTENSION
UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY ON 28/04/2023
ESOPHAGUS:
-GRADE III VARICES 1 COLUMN
-GRADE II VARICES 2 COLUMNS
IMPRESSION
- HIGH GRADE PORTAL HYPERTENSION
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
TAB.MVT P/O ONCE DAILY
TAB.PAN 40 MG P/O ONCE DAILY
SYP.CREMAFIN 10 ML P/O H/S
SYP.GRILINCTUS 5 ML P/O BD
MONITOR VITALS
INFORM SOS
Advice at Discharge
TAB CARDIVAS 3.125MG PO TWICE DAILY FOR 1 WEEK
TAB NUSAM 400MG PO ONCE DAILY FOR 1 WEEK
CAD.RIFAGUT 400MG PO TWICE DAILY FOR 1 WEEK
TAB HEPTAGON PO ONCE DAILY @2PM FOR 1 WEEK
TAB LASILACTONE 20/50 @9PM PO ONCE DAILY FOR 1 WEEK
SYP DUPHALAC 15ML PO H/S FOR 1 WEEK
Follow Up
FOLLOW UP AFTER1 WEEK TO GENERAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT
oding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation:
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about case
Below is a structured analysis of Case 49—from initial
coding through categorization, to emerging themes—presented as learning points.
This framework is designed to help you assess the variability in clinical,
radiological, laboratory, and therapeutic factors in portal hypertension
patients, and to identify factors influencing outcomes as well as novel
insights from this case.
---
## 1. Coding & Initial Labels
- **Patient Profile:**
- **Age/Gender:**
49-year-old male
- **Past
History:**
- Previous episode
of jaundice and ascites 2 years ago (managed conservatively)
- Past surgical
history includes appendicectomy (9 years ago) and a scrotal procedure (20 years
ago)
- **Risk
Factors:**
- No known
hypertension or diabetes (currently non-hypertensive on exam)
- History of
chronic liver disease now impacting portal circulation
- **Presenting Complaints:**
- **Left Inguinal
Region:**
- Swelling in left
inguinal region for 6 months; pain developed 1 week ago, “dragging” in nature,
aggravated by work/walking and radiating to left lower limb
- Cough impulse
positive, soft and non-tender mass
- **Gastrointestinal
Symptoms:**
- Abdominal
distension on intake of food, belching, hard stools
- **Diagnosis:**
- **Primary:** Left
indirect inguinal hernia
- **Associated:**
High-grade portal hypertension
- **Examination & Investigations:**
- **Local
(Inguinoscrotal) Exam:**
- Left inguinal
swelling measuring 7 × 8 cm; pyriform shape, positive deep ring occlusion test,
gurgling on auscultation
- **Abdominal
Imaging:**
- USG: Findings
consistent with chronic liver parenchymal disease, splenomegaly, moderate
ascites, and mild portal hypertension
- **Upper GI
Endoscopy:**
- Esophageal
varices: Grade III (1 column) and Grade II (2 columns) → overall impression of
high-grade portal hypertension
- **Laboratory
Data:**
- (Not detailed
extensively in this case; available investigations emphasize imaging and
endoscopic findings)
- **Management & Follow-Up:**
- **Medical
Therapy:**
- Prescription of
medications (e.g., Tab Cardivas, Tab Nusam, Rifagut, Heptagon, Lasilactone,
Duphalac, etc.) aimed at managing portal hypertension and associated
complications
-
**Follow-Up:**
- Advised
follow-up in General Medicine after 1 week; however, the patient was lost to
follow up
---
## 2. Categorization
### A. **Patient Background & History**
- **Demographic & Past Medical History:**
- Middle-aged male
with a history of liver decompensation ― jaundice and ascites in the past
- Previous surgical
interventions that may influence abdominal wall integrity
### B. **Clinical Presentation**
- **Surgical Complaint:**
- Chronic left
inguinal swelling with recent onset pain; features consistent with an indirect
inguinal hernia
- **Hepatic Features:**
- Complaints of
abdominal distension related to food, often seen in patients with ascites
secondary to portal hypertension
- **Supporting Symptoms:**
- Gastrointestinal
disturbances (belching; hard stools) that can accompany chronic liver disease
### C. **Radiological & Endoscopic Findings**
- **Ultrasonography (USG):**
- Abdominal USG
reveals chronic liver disease findings, moderate ascites, splenomegaly, and
mild portal hypertension
- **Endoscopy:**
- Reveals high-grade
esophageal varices (despite USG suggesting only “mild” portal hypertension),
highlighting a discrepancy that may be critical in risk assessment
### D. **Therapeutic Management**
- **Acute Medical Management:**
- Conservative
approach with medications targeting portal hypertension and its
complications
- No immediate
surgical intervention for the hernia is undertaken during this admission
- **Follow-Up & Outcome:**
- Advised outpatient
follow-up; however, the patient was lost to follow-up, highlighting a gap in
continuity of care
---
## 3. Theme Identification & Patterns
### **Theme 1: Discrepancies in Assessing Portal
Hypertension Severity**
- **Pattern:**
- Imaging (USG)
suggested mild portal hypertension, whereas endoscopy revealed high-grade
esophageal varices.
- **Insight:**
- Relying on a
single modality may underestimate disease severity. Multimodal assessment is
crucial in accurately stratifying risk and planning management.
### **Theme 2: Interplay Between Hepatic and Surgical
Pathologies**
- **Pattern:**
- The patient’s
longstanding liver disease with ascites likely increased intra-abdominal
pressure, contributing to the development (or exacerbation) of an indirect
inguinal hernia.
- **Insight:**
- In portal
hypertensive patients, surgical conditions (e.g., hernias) can be influenced by
or complicate the management of hepatic decompensation, underlining the need
for multidisciplinary care.
### **Theme 3: Therapeutic Complexity and Follow-Up
Challenges**
- **Pattern:**
- Management
involves a complex regimen aimed at mitigating complications of portal
hypertension.
- The patient being
lost to follow-up reflects real-world challenges in chronic disease management,
especially in resource-constrained or high-volume settings.
- **Insight:**
- Effective care
requires not only accurate diagnosis and treatment but also robust patient
tracking and education to ensure continuity of care.
### **Theme 4: Variability in Clinical, Radiological, and
Laboratory Factors**
- **Pattern:**
- Variability is
highlighted by the inconsistency between USG findings and endoscopic severity.
- **Insight:**
- This case
demonstrates the inherent variability in presentations of portal hypertension.
Close correlation between clinical findings, imaging, and endoscopic evaluation
is essential for precise treatment planning.
---
## 4. Theme Representation as Learning Points
### **Learning Point 1: Multimodal Diagnostic Integration Is
Key**
- **Key Finding:**
- In this case, the
disparity between USG and endoscopy underlines that a single diagnostic test
may not capture the complete picture of portal hypertension severity.
- **Insight:**
- Clinicians must
integrate clinical, radiological, and endoscopic findings to effectively
stratify the risk and tailor management protocols for portal hypertensive
patients.
### **Learning Point 2: Recognizing the Impact of Portal
Hypertension on Surgical Pathologies**
- **Key Finding:**
- The development
and symptom exacerbation of a left indirect inguinal hernia in this patient
highlight the role of chronic ascites and increased intra-abdominal pressure
due to portal hypertension.
- **Insight:**
- Recognizing such
interrelated pathologies is critical for developing multidisciplinary treatment
approaches, including careful surgical assessment in patients with
decompensated liver disease.
### **Learning Point 3: Addressing Therapeutic Complexity
and Ensuring Robust Follow-Up**
- **Key Finding:**
- Although an
extensive medical regimen was initiated to manage the complications of portal
hypertension, the patient was lost to follow-up, illustrating a common
challenge in chronic care.
- **Insight:**
- Strategies need to
be in place for enhanced patient education, follow-up, and support
(particularly in resource-limited settings) to ensure continuity of care and
better long-term outcomes.
### **Learning Point 4: Variability as a Challenge and
Opportunity in Chronic Liver Disease Management**
- **Key Finding:**
- This case
exemplifies how variability in finding interpretations (e.g., mild vs.
high-grade portal hypertension) can influence treatment decisions.
- **Insight:**
- Future research
should focus on refining diagnostic algorithms that account for such
variability, thereby improving prognostication and personalization of therapy
in patients with portal hypertension.
---
This structured analysis of Case 49 not only organizes the
case details into a clear framework but also highlights key learning points
regarding diagnostic integration, the interplay between hepatic and surgical
pathologies, the importance of follow-up, and the intrinsic variability in
portal hypertension presentations.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
[14/05/25, 12:13:46 PM] Dr.Lohith Jampana: *case 50 with AI
analysis*
Admission-29/04/23
Age -46yrs male
Discharge - 03/05/23
Diagnosis
CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
PORTAL HYPERTENSION WITH HEPATOSPLENOMEGALY
GRADE1 ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY GRADE 1WITH WITHDRAWAL TREMORS
Case History and Clinical Findings
45 YERS OLD MALE WAS BROUGHT TO THE CASUALITY WITH
COMPLAINTS OF INCREASED
INVOLUNTARY MOVEMENTS (TREMORS) SINCE 1 DYAND INCREASED
DROWSINESS SINCE
1 DAY
HOPI:
PATIENT WAS APPARENTLY ASYMPTOMATIC 8MONTHS BACK THEN HE
DEVELOPED PEDAL
EDEMA ,SHORTNESS OF BREATH ,DISTENSION OF ABDOMEN,ITCHING OF
SKIN ,JAUNDICE
AND IS DIAGNOSED TO HAVE CHRONIC DECOMPENSATED LIVER DISEASE
WITH PORTAL
HYPERTENSION WITH ASCITES WITH GRADE1 ESOPHGEAL VARICES WITH
HYPERTENSION
SINCE 3 YEARS .PATIENT WAS ON REGULAR FOLLOW UP SINCE THEN
10DAYS BACK :SHORTNESS OF BREATH ANDF PEDAL EDEMAAND CAME TO
THE OPD FOR
FOLLOW UPAND IS ON CONSERVATIVE MANAGEMENT
3DAYS BACK:PATIENT HAD H/O FEVER ,LOWGRADE RELIEVED AFTER
TAKING
MEDICATIONS(DOLO650MG) NOT ASSOCIATED WITH
COLD/COUGH/VOMITINGS/LOOSE
STOOLS/PAIN ABDOMEN/HEADACHE
INCREASED DROWSINESS SINCE 1DAY:NO FALLS,NO HEADINJURIES,
NOSEIZYRE
ACTIVITY(UPROLLING EYE BALLS/TONGUE BITE)
H/O INVOLUNTARY MICTURATION AND DEFEACATION
TREMORS INCREASES WITH MOVEMENTS AND ABSENT AT REST
HYPERTENSION SINCE 4 YEARS AND ON MEDICATION(TAB.TELMA 40MG)
PERSONAL HISTORY:
DIET-MIXED
APPETITE -NORMAL
BOWEL AND BLADDER - REGULAR
SLEEP-ADEQUATE
ADDICTIONS- REGULAR INTAKE SINE 15 YEARS ,STOPPED 6MONTHS
BACK
ALLERGIES- NONE
FAMILY HISTORY:
INSIGNIFICANT
GENERAL EXAMINATION:
PATIENT IS CONSIOUS ,COHERNT ,COPERATIVE
NO PALLOR,ICTERUS,CYANOSIS,CLUBBING,LYMPHADENOPATHY
VITALS:
TEMP-AFEBRILE
BP- 120/70MMHG
RR-18CPM
GRBS-94MG/DL
SPO2-99% AT ROOM AIR
SYSTEMIC EXAMINATION:
CVS-S1 S2 HEARD NO MURMURS
CNS-NAD
RS-BAE+ NVBS
P/A -DISTENDED,SOFT NON TENDER,NO GUARDING,NO RIGIDITY,
HERNIAL ORIFICES
NORMAL
COURSE IN THE .-
PATIENT WAS INVESTIGATED FURTHER AND WAS TREATED
CONSERVATIVELY
PSYCHIATRY OPINION WAS ALSO TAKEN AND WAS PSCHYOEDUCATED AND
ADVISED
ALOCHOL ABSTINENCE.GASTROENTEROLOGIST OPINION TAKEN AND
ENDOSCOPY DONE -
MILD PHG WITH GRADE 2 OESOPHAGEAL VARICES IN 2COLUMNS AND
GRADE1 IN 1
COLUMN AND WAS ADVISED REGARDING LIVER TRANSPLANTATION AND
THE SAME WAS
EXPLAINED TO TH PATIENT AN PATIENT ATTENDERS AND PATIENT WAS
DISVHARGED IN
STABLE CONDITION
Investigation
HAEMOGRAM 28/4/23,1/5/23,2/5/23,03/05/23
HB:9.1 ,7.3, 7.2, 7.0,
TLC:15000, 11000, 8440, 7350
PLATELETS :1.0LAKHS, 98000, 1LAKH, 84000
PCV:28.2 ,22.8, 21.8,15.0
USG (28/4/23)
IMPRESSION:IRREGULAR SURFACE WITH ALTERED ECHOTEXTURE OF
LIVER WITH FEW
LIENORENAL COLLATERALS
PORTAL VEIN NORMAL 13MM-PROMINENT
MINIMAL TO MILD ASCITIS
GALLBLADDER WALL EDEMATOUS
MILD SPLENOMEGALY
F/S/O: CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
2D ECHO 28/4/23
2D ECHO
TRIVAIL TR/AR,NO MITRAL REGURGITATION
NO RWMA,NO AS/MS
GOOD LV SYSTOLIC FUNCTION
NO DIASTOLIC DYSFUNCTION
NO PAH/PE
2/5/23
PT:20SECS
INR:1.4
APTT:37SECS
Treatment Given(Enter only Generic Name)
INJ.OPTINEURON 1 AMPULE IN 100 ML NS IV OD
INJ.THIAMINE 100MG IN 100ML NS IV BD
TAB.TELMA 20MG PO/OD
TAB.RIFAGUT 550MG PO/BD
TAB.UDILIV 300MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
TAB.LASILACTONE 5/25 PO/OD
SYP. HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/BD
TAB.PROPRONOLOL 10MG PO/OD
TAB PAN 40 MG PO/OD BBF
FLUID RESTRICTION (2L/D)
SALT RESTRICTION (2G/D)
IV FLUIDS NS @ OUTPUT +30 ML/HR
INJ.VIT K 1AMP+100MLNS IV STAT
INJ.VIT K IM
Advice at Discharge
FLUID RESTRICTION (2L/D)
SALT RESTRICTION (2G/D)
AS ADIVISED BY GASTROENTEROLOGIST.
TAB.RIFAGUT 550 MG PO/BD
SYP.LACTULOSE 15ML PO TID
SYP. HEPAMERZ 15ML PO/BD
TAB PAN 40 MG PO/OD BBF
TAB.TELMA 20MG PO/OD
TAB.PROPRONOLOL 10MG PO/OD
TAB.LASILACTONE 5/25 PO/OD
OROALBUMEN POWEDER 2TABLE SPOONS IN 1 GLASS OF WATER 3TIMES
A DAY.
Follow Up
REVIEW TO THE GENERAL MEDICINE OPD -78 FRIDAY 12/ 05/23 OR
SOS
Coding: identify initial codes and labels to capture the key
concepts and ideas.
Categorization: group the codes into categories and
subcategories to organize the data.
Theme identification: identify the emerging themes and
patterns in the data.
Theme representation:
present the themes as learning points, highlighting the key
findings and insights related to To estimate the variability in Clinical,
Radiological and Laboratory, therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal hypertension patients presenting to
medicine department and
To assess the factors influencing the outcomes of those patients
with portal hypertension and novel points about case
Below is a structured, multi-level analysis of Case 50 that
extracts key concepts, organizes the data into meaningful categories, and
identifies emerging themes. These themes are then represented as learning
points that highlight key findings and insights regarding the clinical,
radiological, laboratory, and therapeutic factors in the spectrum of portal
hypertension patients—and factors influencing outcomes.
---
## 1. Coding & Initial Labels
- **Patient Demographics & Background**
- **Age/Gender:**
46-year-old male (noting that within the narrative he’s also mentioned as
“45-year-old” but the header confirms 46 years)
- **Chronic
Conditions:**
- Known Chronic
Decompensated Liver Disease (CDLD) with portal hypertension and
hepatosplenomegaly
- Presence of
Grade 1 esophageal varices (on initial diagnosis) and later endoscopy revealing
variceal complexity, with a mild portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG) and
mixed variceal grading
- Hepatic
encephalopathy Grade 1 with features of withdrawal tremors (suggestive of
concurrent alcohol withdrawal or neurotoxicity from reduced hepatic
clearance)
- History of
progressive symptoms—onset about 8 months ago with pedal edema, shortness of
breath, abdominal distension, pruritus, and jaundice
- **Presenting Complaints and History of Present Illness
(HOPI)**
- **Acute
Presentation:**
- Increased
drowsiness and involuntary movements (tremors) for 1 day
- Recent low-grade
fever (3 days prior), which resolved with simple analgesics
- A history of
previous conservative management and regular follow-up for liver disease
- **Associated
Factors:**
- Withdrawal
component possibly related to alcohol cessation (patient stopped alcohol 6
months prior with a long history of regular intake)
- Hypertension
present since 4 years (on a medication regimen including Telma)
- **Investigation Findings**
- **Hemogram Trends
(Serial Data):**
- Hemoglobin:
Declining from 9.1 g/dL to 7.0 g/dL over successive days
- Total Leukocyte
Count: Initially elevated (15,000) with a gradual decrease
- Platelet Count:
Fluctuates around 84,000–1.0 lakh/cumm
- Packed Cell
Volume: Progressive decline from 28.2% down to 15.0%
- **Imaging and
Cardiac Evaluations:**
- **USG Abdomen
(28/04/23):**
- Irregular
liver surface with altered echotexture, presence of lienorenal collaterals, a
prominent portal vein (13 mm), minimal to mild ascites, edematous gallbladder
wall, and mild splenomegaly
- **2D
Echocardiography (28/04/23):**
- Essentially
normal cardiac function with trivial valvular regurgitation and good left
ventricular systolic performance
- **Coagulation
Parameters (2/05/23):**
- Prothrombin
Time: 20 seconds
- INR: 1.4; APTT:
37 seconds
- **Therapeutic Interventions**
- **Acute Inpatient
Management:**
- Intravenous
medications: Injection Optineuron, Injection Thiamine (support for
neurocognitive function), IV fluids with NS and a controlled rate (output + 30
ml/hr), Vitamin K (both IV and IM) to address coagulopathy
- Oral medications
established on discharge included: Telma (antihypertensive), Rifagut (an
antimicrobial used in prophylaxis or for infections in decompensated patients),
Udiliv (typically representing ursodeoxycholic acid or an adjuvant
liver-support medication), Lactulose (to manage hepatic encephalopathy by
reducing ammonia), Lasilactone (a combination diuretic), HePamerz (likely a
gastroprotective/symptomatic agent), Propranolol (to reduce portal pressure),
Pan (a proton pump inhibitor or antisecretory agent), and oral albumen powder
for nutritional support
- **Dietary
Measures:**
- Fluid
restriction (2 L/day) and salt restriction (2 g/day)
- **Follow-Up Plan:**
- Scheduled review
in general medicine outpatient department on or around 12/05/23, with “SOS”
advice provided
---
## 2. Categorization
### A. **Patient Background & Risk Factors**
- **Demographics & Chronic Conditions:**
- Middle-aged male
with a history of chronic decompensated liver disease
- Documented portal
hypertension and hepatosplenomegaly
- Prior alcohol
dependence (currently abstinent for 6 months)
- Concomitant
hypertension managed with Telma
- **Long-Term Disease Course:**
- Initially
asymptomatic till 8 months ago followed by progressive decompensation (ascites,
jaundice, pruritus)
### B. **Clinical Presentation & History**
- **Acute Neurological Changes:**
- Increased
drowsiness and withdrawal tremors indicating hepatic encephalopathy with
potential alcohol withdrawal contribution
- **Existing Symptoms:**
- History of pedal
edema, shortness of breath, and abdominal distension that have been managed on
an outpatient basis
- **Recent Infectious Features:**
- Low-grade fever
(self-limited), which may add stress to the decompensated status
### C. **Diagnostic Data**
- **Laboratory Trends:**
- Progressive anemia
(declining Hb and PCV) that may point to ongoing subclinical bleeding or marrow
suppression in advanced liver disease
- Leukocyte count
fluctuations that may indicate stress response or infection
- **Radiological Assessment:**
- USG findings
consistent with chronic liver disease alterations, portal collateral formation,
and mild ascites
- **Cardiac Evaluation & Coagulation:**
- Normal cardiac
function (excluding cardiogenic influences) but mild coagulopathy as indicated
by a slightly prolonged PT/INR
### D. **Therapeutic Interventions & Support
Measures**
- **Pharmacologic Management:**
- Combination of
neuroprotective (thiamine), anti-encephalopathy (lactulose), portal pressure
management (propranolol), support for coagulopathy (vitamin K), and nutritional
supplementation (oral albumen powder)
- **Non-Pharmacologic/Supportive Measures:**
- Fluid and salt
restriction based on individualized requirements for ascitic control
- **Multidisciplinary Inputs:**
- Involvement of
gastroenterology, psychiatry (alcohol abstinence counseling), and general
medicine for comprehensive care
---
## 3. Theme Identification & Emerging Patterns
### **Theme 1: Variability in Clinical Presentation and
Disease Progression**
- **Pattern:**
- The case
illustrates a patient with chronic liver decompensation who, after an initial
stable period of outpatient management, presents acutely with signs of hepatic
encephalopathy and withdrawal tremors.
- **Insight:**
- Even in patients
on regular follow-up, minor triggers (e.g., low-grade infection, stress, or
abrupt cessation of alcohol) can precipitate acute decompensation in the
context of fragile hepatic reserve.
### **Theme 2: Integrated Multimodal Diagnostics**
- **Pattern:**
- Diagnostic data
from serial hemograms, abdominal ultrasound, and endoscopic/cardiac evaluations
provide a layered understanding of the disease—demonstrating the importance of
integrated, repeated assessments.
- **Insight:**
- Variability in lab
parameters (e.g., dropping hemoglobin/PCV) along with imaging findings
(irregular liver surface, established collaterals) emphasizes that only a
multimodal diagnostic approach can track disease evolution and guide timely
interventions.
### **Theme 3: Therapeutic Complexity and the Need for
Multidisciplinary Management**
- **Pattern:**
- The treatment
regimen combines supportive measures (fluid restriction, nutritional support),
targeted pharmacotherapy (lactulose, propranolol, vitamin K), and
neuroprotective agents (thiamine) illustrating the complexity of managing
advanced decompensated liver disease.
- **Insight:**
- Management must
address not just the hepatic failure but also secondary complications
(encephalopathy, coagulopathy) and associated withdrawal phenomena, thus
requiring coordinated care across disciplines.
### **Theme 4: Prognostic Challenges in Decompensated Portal
Hypertension**
- **Pattern:**
- Declining
hemoglobin/hematocrit values, even in the setting of stable vital signs and
normal cardiac function, signal an underlying progression that portends poorer
outcomes.
- **Insight:**
- Recognition of
subtle deteriorations in laboratory parameters is essential for early
escalation of care (e.g., discussion regarding liver transplant) and could be
leveraged as prognostic markers in similar patient cohorts.
---
## 4. Theme Representation as Learning Points
### **Learning Point 1: Importance of Multimodal Diagnostics
to Capture Disease Variability**
- **Key Finding:**
- In this patient,
serial hemogram trends, detailed abdominal ultrasound, and cardiac evaluations
converged to highlight the evolving nature of chronic liver disease with portal
hypertension.
- **Clinical Insight:**
- A multimodal
approach is essential when assessing decompensated liver disease. Regular,
integrated monitoring can detect subtle deteriorations (e.g., declining PCV,
emerging collateral vessels) that might otherwise be missed by isolated
investigations.
### **Learning Point 2: Balancing Acute Intervention with
Long-Term Management**
- **Key Finding:**
- Acute
deterioration—manifested as hepatic encephalopathy and withdrawal
tremors—necessitated both supportive (IV thiamine, Lactulose) and targeted
therapy (Vitamin K, Propranolol, fluid and salt restrictions) alongside plans
for nutritional supplementation.
- **Clinical Insight:**
- Timely
identification of precipitants (even a low-grade fever) and aggressive
correction of metabolic derangements can stabilize patients; however, this must
be integrated with long-term strategies (including consideration of liver
transplantation) to improve overall outcomes.
### **Learning Point 3: Multidisciplinary Management in
Complex Portal Hypertension**
- **Key Finding:**
- The incorporation
of gastroenterology, psychiatry (for alcohol abstinence), and careful medical
management (hypertension control, nutritional support) demonstrates the
necessity of coordinated care in patients with multifactorial
decompensation.
- **Clinical Insight:**
- Optimizing
outcomes in portal hypertensive patients relies on a team-based approach where
interdisciplinary inputs help manage the myriad complications that arise from
chronic liver failure.
### **Learning Point 4: Recognizing and Responding to
Prognostic Indicators**
- **Key Finding:**
- Progressive
declines in hemoglobin and PCV, coupled with imaging findings (irregular liver,
portal collaterals) despite stable cardiovascular parameters, serve as early
prognostic markers.
- **Clinical Insight:**
- Vigilant tracking
of laboratory trends and imaging signals should prompt early discussions
regarding advanced interventions such as liver transplantation, especially in
patients with a history of repeated decompensation episodes.
---
This structured analysis of Case 50 underscores the
importance of an integrated diagnostic approach, tailored multimodal
management, and a multidisciplinary team for optimizing outcomes in patients
with chronic decompensated liver disease and portal hypertension. Emphasizing
these learning points may help refine treatment protocols and improve
prognostication in similar patient cohorts.
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