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Isolation and Quantification of Epstein-Barr Virus from the P3HR1 Cell Line
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Epstein-Barr virus-associated acute pancreatitis.
Muhammad Baraa Hammami1, Reem Aboushaar2, Ahmad Musmar2
1Internal Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida, USA baraa.90.hammami@gmail.com.
BMJ Case Reports
|November 17, 2019
Summary
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection can rarely cause acute pancreatitis, particularly in children and young adults. This rare complication typically has mild severity and resolves with conservative treatment.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Virology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection is common, usually asymptomatic or mild.
- Gastrointestinal manifestations of EBV are typically limited to elevated liver enzymes.
Observation:
- A rare case of acute pancreatitis complicating EBV infection is presented.
- The patient presented with symptoms suggestive of EBV infection.
Findings:
- EBV-associated acute pancreatitis is uncommon, predominantly affecting children and young adults.
- The condition is generally mild to moderate in severity.
- Prognosis is excellent with conservative management.
Implications:
- Clinicians should consider EBV-associated pancreatitis in patients with unexplained abdominal pain during an EBV infection.
- Early diagnosis and conservative management are key for favorable outcomes.
- Further research may elucidate the specific mechanisms linking EBV to pancreatitis.
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