Acalculous Cholecystitis as a Complication of Primary Epstein-Barr Virus Infection : A Case-Based Scoping Review of the Literature

Primary Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection manifests with diverse clinical symptoms, occasionally resulting in severe complications. This scoping review investigates the rare occurrence of acute acalculous cholecystitis (AAC) in the context of primary EBV infection, with a focus on understanding its prevalence, clinical features, and underlying mechanisms. The study also explores EBV infection association with Gilbert syndrome, a condition that potentially exacerbates the clinical picture. Additionally, a case report of an 18-year-old female presenting with AAC and ascites secondary to EBV infection enhances the review. A comprehensive literature review was conducted, analyzing reported cases of AAC secondary to EBV infection. This involved examining patient demographics, clinical presentations, laboratory findings, and outcomes. The search yielded 44 cases, predominantly affecting young females. Common clinical features included fever, cervical lymphadenopathy, tonsillitis/pharyngitis, and splenomegaly. Laboratory findings highlighted significant hepatic involvement. The review also noted a potential link between AAC in EBV infection and Gilbert syndrome, particularly in cases with abnormal bilirubin levels. AAC is a rare but significant complication of primary EBV infection, primarily observed in young females, and may be associated with Gilbert syndrome. This comprehensive review underscores the need for heightened clinical awareness and timely diagnosis to manage this complication effectively.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:16

Enthalten in:

Viruses - 16(2024), 3 vom: 18. März

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Tsiakalos, Aristotelis [VerfasserIn]
Schinas, Georgios [VerfasserIn]
Karatzaferis, Aggelos [VerfasserIn]
Rigopoulos, Emmanouil Angelos [VerfasserIn]
Pappas, Christos [VerfasserIn]
Polyzou, Eleni [VerfasserIn]
Dimopoulou, Effrosyni [VerfasserIn]
Dimopoulos, George [VerfasserIn]
Akinosoglou, Karolina [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Acalculous cholecystitis
Ascites
Case Reports
Epstein-Barr virus
Gilbert syndrome
Hepatobiliary complications
Infectious mononucleosis
Journal Article
Review

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Date Completed 29.03.2024

Date Revised 08.04.2024

published: Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.3390/v16030463

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM370333691