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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-
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/
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ML OF FLUID WITHDRAWN.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
[07/05, 08:28] 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 hospital 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.
[07/05, 08:30] Rakesh Biswas: @Meta AI 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, 08:30] 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.
[07/05, 08:32]cm: @Meta AI please mention the specific instances of over-testing and overtreatment in that patient
[07/05, 08:32] 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
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