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FGFR2 Fusions or Rearrangements in Young Intrahepatic and Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma Patients: Key Genetic Insights From a Pan-Asian Study FGFR2在年轻肝内和肝门周围胆管癌患者中的融合或重排:来自泛亚研究的关键遗传学见解
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-16 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70031
Yuta Maruki, Yasushi Yatabe, Chiharu Mizoguchi, Kathleen Yasmin de Almeida, Aumkhae Sookprasert, Charuwan Akewanlop, Ming-Huang Chen, Ekaphop Sirachainan, Dao Van Tu, Rozita Abdul Malik, Chaiyut Charoentum, Hwoei Fen Soo Hoo, Suhana Yusak, Tsung-Hao Liu, Rangasamy Ramachandran, Patrapim Sunpaweravong, Pei Jye Voon, Najihah Abu Bakar, Junki Mizusawa, Hitomi Sumiyoshi Okuma, Kenichi Nakamura, Chigusa Morizane, Takuji Okusaka

Aim

Biliary tract cancers, including intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC), are aggressive with limited treatment options and poor prognosis. Recent trials (TOPAZ-1, Keynote-966) showed improved survival with ICIs plus gemcitabine and cisplatin. Targeted therapies, including FGFR inhibitors, are promising for cholangiocarcinoma patients with FGFR2 gene fusions or rearrangements, although few reports exist on FGFR2 positivity and clinical data in Asia. This study aims to address this gap by evaluating FGFR2 fusions or rearrangements in intrahepatic and perihilar cholangiocarcinoma patients across Asia, providing insights into their clinical significance and potential therapeutic implications.

Methods

This multicenter study evaluated the frequency of FGFR2 rearrangements and fusion genes in ICC and perihilar cholangiocarcinoma across Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Taiwan) using fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and comprehensive genomic profiling with the Todai OncoPanel2 (TOP2).

Results

Of 113 patients, 102 were eligible; FGFR2 rearrangements/fusions were found in 3.9% (4 cases) by FISH, all of which were also confirmed by the TOP2 panel, consistent with the Japanese PRELUDE study. Younger age was significantly associated with FGFR2 positivity (34.5 ± 3.17 vs. 62.69 ± 1.04; p = 0.0003), whereas no correlation was observed with hepatitis infection, alcohol use, or smoking history. Genomic profiling identified frequent mutations in TP53, KRAS, and ARID1A with notable regional variability. Patients treated with ICIs showed significantly longer progression-free survival compared to other therapies: ICI + cytotoxic (348 days, 95% CI: 0–897), platinum-based + GEM (240 days, 95% CI: 197–282), and other treatments (168 days, 95% CI: 11–325; p = 0.017).

Conclusion

The FGFR2 positivity rate in Asia is slightly lower but consistent with Japanese reports and is more common in younger patients with ICC. Distinct genetic alterations may characterize Asian populations.

目的:胆道肿瘤,包括肝内胆管癌(ICC),具有侵袭性,治疗方案有限,预后差。最近的试验(TOPAZ-1, Keynote-966)显示ICIs联合吉西他滨和顺铂可改善生存率。包括FGFR抑制剂在内的靶向治疗对于FGFR2基因融合或重排的胆管癌患者是有希望的,尽管在亚洲很少有关于FGFR2阳性和临床数据的报道。本研究旨在通过评估亚洲肝内和肝门周围胆管癌患者的FGFR2融合或重排来解决这一差距,为其临床意义和潜在的治疗意义提供见解。方法:这项多中心研究利用荧光原位杂交(FISH)和Todai OncoPanel2 (TOP2)的全面基因组图谱分析,评估了亚洲(泰国、马来西亚、越南和台湾)ICC和肝门周围胆管癌中FGFR2重排和融合基因的频率。结果:113例患者中,102例符合条件;FISH发现FGFR2重排/融合占3.9%(4例),所有这些也被TOP2小组证实,与日本PRELUDE研究一致。年龄较小与FGFR2阳性显著相关(34.5±3.17 vs 62.69±1.04;p = 0.0003),而与肝炎感染、饮酒或吸烟史无相关性。基因组分析鉴定了TP53、KRAS和ARID1A的频繁突变,具有显著的区域差异。与其他治疗方法相比,接受ICIs治疗的患者显示出更长的无进展生存期:ICI +细胞毒(348天,95% CI: 0-897),铂基+ GEM(240天,95% CI: 197-282)和其他治疗(168天,95% CI: 11-325; p = 0.017)。结论:亚洲的FGFR2阳性率略低,但与日本的报道一致,并且在年轻的ICC患者中更为常见。不同的基因改变可能是亚洲人群的特征。
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Association Between Liver Fibrosis and Cause-Specific Mortality in Japanese Patients With Biopsy-Confirmed Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: A Prospective Cohort Study / Liver Fibrosis and Mortality in Japanese MASLD 日本活组织检查证实代谢功能障碍相关脂肪变性肝病患者肝纤维化与病因特异性死亡率之间的关系:一项前瞻性队列研究/日本MASLD患者肝纤维化与死亡率
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-15 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70034
Kyoko Sakai, Toshihide Shima, Hirohisa Oya, Takahiro Miura, Shohei Amioka, Takahiro Nonaka, Shinsaku Fujiishi, Keiichiro Okuda, Kei Terasaki, Kohei Fukumoto, Yasuhide Mitsumoto, Masayuki Mizuno, Takeshi Okanoue

Background

This study examined mortality patterns and their association with liver fibrosis in Japanese patients with biopsy-confirmed metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD).

Methods

We analyzed 1104 MASLD-eligible individuals from the Suita SLD cohort (2004–2023). Mortality rates were assessed using Kaplan–Meier analysis and compared between patients with and without fibrosis (Stages 1–4 vs. 0) and between metabolic dysfunction–associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and non-MASH groups, adjusting for age and sex. Associations between fibrosis or inflammation levels and cause-specific mortality were also evaluated.

Results

Of the initial 1109 patients, 1104 met the MASLD criteria. Among these patients (544 men, 560 women; mean age: 57.2 years; mean follow-up period: 6.9 years), 93 patients died, primarily from hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) (n = 17), liver failure (n = 16), extrahepatic malignancies (n = 17), cardio-cerebrovascular diseases (n = 7), and other causes (n = 36). Fibrosis was associated with higher all-cause (11.4% vs. 3.6%) and liver-related mortality (4.8% vs. 0%, both p < 0.0001), but not with nonliver-related mortality after adjustment. All-cause mortality was higher in the MASH group (11.2% vs. 2.6%, p < 0.0001), with increased risk of both liver- and nonliver-related deaths (adjusted hazard ratios: liver-related = 1.34 × 1017, 95% CI: NE, nonliver-related = 2.20, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.07–4.53).

Conclusion

HCC and extrahepatic malignancies were the leading causes of death in Japanese patients with MASLD. Liver fibrosis was a significant predictor of both all-cause and liver-related mortalities, but not nonliver-related mortality, highlighting its importance in follow-up strategies for MASLD. MASH may contribute to increased nonliver-related deaths. Further long-term studies are warranted.

背景:本研究探讨了日本活检证实的代谢功能障碍相关脂肪变性肝病(MASLD)患者的死亡率模式及其与肝纤维化的关系。方法:我们分析了来自Suita SLD队列(2004-2023)的1104名符合masld条件的个体。使用Kaplan-Meier分析评估死亡率,并比较有和没有纤维化的患者(1-4期vs. 0期)以及代谢功能障碍相关脂肪性肝炎(MASH)和非MASH组之间的死亡率,调整年龄和性别。还评估了纤维化或炎症水平与病因特异性死亡率之间的关系。结果:在最初的1109例患者中,1104例符合MASLD标准。在这些患者中(544名男性,560名女性;平均年龄:57.2岁;平均随访时间:6.9年),93名患者死亡,主要死于肝细胞癌(HCC) (n = 17)、肝功能衰竭(n = 16)、肝外恶性肿瘤(n = 17)、心脑血管疾病(n = 7)和其他原因(n = 36)。纤维化与较高的全因死亡率(11.4%比3.6%)和肝脏相关死亡率(4.8%比0%,p均为17,95% CI: NE,非肝脏相关= 2.20,95%可信区间[CI]: 1.07-4.53)相关。结论:HCC和肝外恶性肿瘤是日本MASLD患者死亡的主要原因。肝纤维化是全因死亡率和肝脏相关死亡率的重要预测指标,但不是非肝脏相关死亡率,强调了其在MASLD随访策略中的重要性。MASH可能导致非肝脏相关死亡的增加。进一步的长期研究是必要的。
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Lenvatinib Versus Atezolizumab Plus Bevacizumab as First-Line Treatment for Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma With a CRAFITY Score of 2: A Multi-Center Retrospective Study Lenvatinib与Atezolizumab + Bevacizumab作为晚期肝细胞癌的一线治疗,CRAFITY评分为2:一项多中心回顾性研究
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-13 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70040
Masayuki Ueno, Haruhiko Takeda, Atsushi Takai, Makoto Umeda, Hiroki Morimura, Shunsuke Okuyama, Norihiro Nishijima, Satoru Iwamoto, Shigeharu Nakano, Shu Nagatomo, Takeshi Seta, Tomoyuki Goto, Atsuyuki Ikeda, Takahisa Kayahara, Shin'ichi Miyamoto, Shujiro Yazumi, Taro Ueo, Yoshito Uenoyama, Kazuyoshi Matsumura, Masako Mishima, Tadashi Inuzuka, Yuji Eso, Ken Takahashi, Hiroyuki Marusawa, Yukio Osaki, Etsuro Hatano, Hiroshi Seno

Aim

Atezolizumab plus bevacizumab (Atezo+Bev) therapy is the preferred first-line treatment for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). However, the efficacy of Atezo+Bev is limited in patients with a CRAFITY score of 2 (C-reactive protein ≥ 1 mg/dL and alpha-fetoprotein [AFP] ≥ 100 ng/mL). This study compared the efficacy and safety of lenvatinib and Atezo+Bev in these patients.

Methods

We retrospectively analyzed 774 patients treated with lenvatinib or Atezo+Bev as first-line treatment for advanced HCC between October 2020 and December 2023 across 11 hospitals in Japan. Among them, 90 patients (11.6%) had a CRAFITY score of 2. Progression-free survival (PFS), overall survival (OS), disease control rate (DCR), and safety profiles were compared.

Results

Baseline characteristics were similar, except tumor size and AFP levels, which were higher in the Atezo+Bev group. Median PFS was significantly longer in the lenvatinib group compared to the Atezo+Bev group (6.0 vs. 2.3 months; hazard ratio [HR]: 0.55, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.32–0.95]; p = 0.032). The median OS was not significantly different between the two groups (9.8 vs. 5.2 months; HR: 0.66, 95% CI: 0.41–1.08; p = 0.101). The DCR (62.0% vs. 30.0%; p = 0.003) and the occurrence of grade ≥ 3 treatment-related adverse events (46.0% vs. 20.0%; p = 0.014) were significantly higher in the lenvatinib group than in the Atezo+Bev group.

Conclusion

Lenvatinib provided a significantly longer PFS than Atezo+Bev in patients with HCC and a baseline CRAFITY score of 2, whereas OS did not significantly differ between the two groups. These findings may serve as a cornerstone for developing biomarker-based strategies in first-line treatment selection for this patient population.

目的:Atezolizumab联合贝伐单抗(Atezo+Bev)治疗是晚期肝细胞癌(HCC)的首选一线治疗方法。然而,Atezo+Bev在CRAFITY评分为2分(c -反应蛋白≥1mg /dL和甲胎蛋白[AFP]≥100ng /mL)的患者中疗效有限。本研究比较了lenvatinib和Atezo+Bev在这些患者中的疗效和安全性。方法:我们回顾性分析了日本11家医院在2020年10月至2023年12月期间接受lenvatinib或Atezo+Bev作为一线治疗晚期HCC的774例患者。其中90例(11.6%)患者的CRAFITY评分为2分。比较无进展生存期(PFS)、总生存期(OS)、疾病控制率(DCR)和安全性。结果:基线特征相似,除了肿瘤大小和AFP水平,Atezo+Bev组更高。与Atezo+Bev组相比,lenvatinib组的中位PFS明显更长(6.0个月vs 2.3个月;风险比[HR]: 0.55, 95%可信区间[CI]: 0.32-0.95]; p = 0.032)。两组患者的中位OS无显著差异(9.8个月vs 5.2个月;HR: 0.66, 95% CI: 0.41-1.08; p = 0.101)。lenvatinib组DCR(62.0%比30.0%,p = 0.003)和≥3级治疗相关不良事件发生率(46.0%比20.0%,p = 0.014)显著高于Atezo+Bev组。结论:Lenvatinib在HCC患者中提供的PFS明显长于Atezo+Bev,基线CRAFITY评分为2,而两组之间的OS无显著差异。这些发现可以作为开发基于生物标志物的一线治疗选择策略的基石。
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HCV Elimination Strategies for Maximum Effectiveness, Tailored to National and Regional Circumstances 根据国家和区域情况制定最有效的消除丙肝病毒战略。
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-13 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70038
Ken Sato
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Effect of Tirzepatide Treatment on Hepatic Biomarkers in Patients With Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus 替西肽治疗对代谢功能障碍相关脂肪变性肝病和2型糖尿病患者肝脏生物标志物的影响
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-11 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70039
Dilara Tekin Uzman, Gizem Dağcı
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Bradycardic Responses During Thermal Ablation for Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Impact of Procedural Pain Severity and Autonomic Imbalance 肝细胞癌热消融期间的心动过缓反应:程序性疼痛严重程度和自主神经失衡的影响。
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-11 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70013
Yasuyuki Komiyama, Masaru Muraoka, Tetsuya Iijima, Leona Osawa, Hitomi Takada, Yuichiro Suzuki, Mitsuaki Sato, Shinichi Takano, Shinya Maekawa, Atsunori Tsuchiya, Nobuyuki Enomoto

Aim

Bradycardic responses frequently occur during radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and microwave ablation (MWA) for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but the impact of procedural pain severity and patient-specific factors remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the incidence and risk factors for bradycardic responses, focusing on procedural pain and autonomic regulation.

Methods

This retrospective study included 267 patients with solitary HCC who underwent RFA or MWA between 2019 and 2024. Bradycardic responses were defined as a ≥ 30% decrease in heart rate from baseline or < 50 bpm. Patients were categorized by procedural pain severity using patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) bolus administration. Risk factors for bradycardia were assessed by logistic regression.

Results

Bradycardic responses occurred in 70 patients (26.2%). Severe procedural pain (odds ratio [OR], 2.26 and p = 0.007) and primary HCC (OR, 2.68 and p = 0.002) were independent risk factors. In patients without severe pain, absence of angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) use increased bradycardia risk (OR, 0.14 and p = 0.013). Most bradycardic events (61.4%) occurred within 3 min of ablation initiation.

Conclusions

Bradycardic responses during RFA and MWA are common and linked to procedural pain severity and autonomic imbalance. Comprehensive management, including pain control, medication review, and addressing procedural anxiety through counseling or sedation, may reduce risks and enhance procedural safety.

目的:在肝细胞癌(HCC)的射频消融(RFA)和微波消融(MWA)治疗过程中经常发生心动过缓反应,但手术疼痛严重程度和患者特异性因素的影响尚不清楚。本研究旨在评估心动过缓反应的发生率和危险因素,重点关注程序性疼痛和自主调节。方法:本回顾性研究包括267例2019年至2024年间接受RFA或MWA治疗的单发HCC患者。心动过缓反应定义为心率较基线降低≥30%。结果:70例患者(26.2%)发生心动过缓反应。严重的手术疼痛(比值比[OR], 2.26, p = 0.007)和原发性肝癌(比值比[OR], 2.68, p = 0.002)是独立的危险因素。在没有剧烈疼痛的患者中,不使用血管紧张素II受体阻滞剂(ARB)会增加心动过缓的风险(OR, 0.14和p = 0.013)。大多数心动过缓事件(61.4%)发生在消融开始后3分钟内。结论:RFA和MWA期间的心动过缓反应是常见的,并与程序性疼痛严重程度和自主神经失衡有关。综合管理,包括疼痛控制,药物审查,通过咨询或镇静解决程序焦虑,可以降低风险并提高程序安全性。
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Clinical Characteristics and Long-Term Prognosis of Primary Biliary Cholangitis in Japan: Results of the 2nd-Generation Nationwide Survey 日本原发性胆道胆管炎的临床特点和远期预后:第二代全国调查结果。
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-11 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70035
Yuki Kugiyama, Masanori Abe, Tadashi Namisaki, Hitoshi Yoshiji, Kazumichi Abe, Hiromasa Ohira, Ryosaku Shirahashi, Keiji Yokoyama, Atsushi Fukunaga, Kazuhito Kawata, Masahiro Umemura, Akira Honda, Tadashi Ikegami, Shiho Miyase, Toshiaki Nakano, Atsumasa Komori, Atsushi Tanaka, the Japan PBC Study Group

Aim

The Japan Primary Biliary Cholangitis Study Group (JPBCSG) has conducted nationwide surveys of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) since 1980. Due to the progress in the management of PBC, a more comprehensive survey platform is desired.

Methods

The JPBCSG conducted the 17th survey of PBC by using an electronic data capture (EDC) system: The patients' clinical demography at diagnosis and the outcomes of newly and past registered cases (till the 16th) were entered jointly in the EDC system. A questionnaire for treatment response was included in the survey. Using the new platform, the trends in clinical demography and the long-term prognosis of PBC were analyzed.

Results

The percentage of male patients with PBC showed a significant increase from the period before the end of 2010 [Period 1, 12.4% (n = 772)] to the period after 2021 [Period 4, 20.6% (n = 345), p < 0.001] (n = 2579, in total). The mean age at diagnosis also rose significantly from 56.8 years old in Period 1 to 61.8 years in Period 4 (p < 0.001). There were no significant changes in the prevalence of symptoms at diagnosis. In a multivariate Cox-regression analysis, older age (hazard ratio [HR] 3.48, p = 0.001), female sex (HR 0.46, p = 0.046), total bilirubin (HR 3.84, p = 0.009), fluid retention (HR 5.69, p < 0.001), and esophagogastric varices (HR 2.66, p = 0.015) were significantly associated with liver-related mortality and liver transplantation.

Conclusion

We have established the 2nd-generation nationwide survey of PBC in Japan. The survey results revealed not only demographical trends in Japanese patients with PBC but also risk factors for their prognosis.

目的:日本原发性胆道胆管炎研究组(JPBCSG)自1980年以来在全国范围内开展了原发性胆道胆管炎(PBC)调查。由于中国人民银行管理的进步,需要一个更全面的调查平台。方法:采用电子数据采集(electronic data capture, EDC)系统进行第17次PBC调查,将患者诊断时的临床人口学资料以及新登记病例和既往登记病例(截止至16日)的结果联合录入EDC系统。调查中包括一份治疗反应问卷。利用新平台,分析临床人口学趋势和PBC的长期预后。结果:男性PBC患者的比例从2010年底前[第1期,12.4% (n = 772)]到2021年之后[第4期,20.6% (n = 345)]显著增加,p结论:我们在日本建立了第二代全国PBC调查。调查结果不仅揭示了日本PBC患者的人口趋势,还揭示了影响其预后的危险因素。
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Clinical Evaluation of Initial Experiences With the Qualitative Dual Detection of Core Antigen and Antibodies Immunoassay for Hepatitis C Virus Screening Test 定性双重检测核心抗原和抗体免疫分析法用于丙型肝炎病毒筛查试验初步经验的临床评价
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-10 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70037
Rihwa Om, Shunsuke Sato, Kei Kondo, Naoki Ashikawa, Hiroki Nago, Masahiro Yamaguchi, Yoko Kato, Yuichiro Terai, Yuji Kita, Yuji Ikeda, Sho Sato, Ayato Murata, Yuji Shimada, Yumiko Kodama, Takuya Genda

Aim

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection remains a global health concern. Although the World Health Organization (WHO) proposed a strategy to eliminate HCV by 2030, Japan faces challenges owing to limited access and insufficient support for high-risk populations. Previously, HCV diagnoses required a two-step process, delaying results and increasing costs. In 2024, Japan introduced the Elecsys HCV Duo immunoassay, which enables the qualitative dual detection of HCV core antigen (HCV Ag) and antibodies against HCV (anti-HCV). This study aimed to evaluate its effectiveness in identifying patients with an active HCV infection.

Methods

A retrospective analysis was conducted on 13,045 patients who underwent HCV screening using the Elecsys HCV Duo immunoassay.

Results

Of these, 244 were positive for HCV Duo. All 14 patients who were positive for HCV Ag and anti-HCV had active infection, as confirmed by HCV-RNA testing. Five HCV Ag-positive but anti-HCV-negative patients were identified as false positives. In contrast, five anti-HCV-positive but HCV Ag-negative patients had active infections with detectable HCV-RNA. A low viral load and possible antibody interference were identified as potential reasons for false-negative HCV Ag results.

Conclusion

The Elecsys HCV Duo immunoassay effectively simplified HCV diagnosis and facilitated early detection and treatment initiation. Although false-negative HCV Ag results occurred, the assay ensured linkage to care for patients with both HCV Ag and anti-HCV positivity. These advancements may contribute to enhanced HCV care and support national elimination efforts.

目的:丙型肝炎病毒(HCV)感染仍然是一个全球性的健康问题。尽管世界卫生组织(世卫组织)提出了到2030年消除丙型肝炎病毒的战略,但由于对高危人群的可及性有限和支持不足,日本面临挑战。以前,丙型肝炎病毒的诊断需要两个步骤,延误了结果并增加了费用。2024年,日本推出了Elecsys HCV Duo免疫分析法,可对HCV核心抗原(HCV Ag)和抗HCV抗体(anti-HCV)进行定性双重检测。本研究旨在评估其在识别活动性HCV感染患者中的有效性。方法:对13045例使用Elecsys HCV Duo免疫分析法进行HCV筛查的患者进行回顾性分析。结果:其中244例HCV Duo阳性。HCV- rna检测证实,所有14例HCV Ag和抗HCV阳性患者均为活动性感染。5例HCV ag阳性但抗HCV阴性的患者被确定为假阳性。相比之下,5例抗HCV阳性但HCV ag阴性的患者有可检测到HCV- rna的活动性感染。低病毒载量和可能的抗体干扰被确定为假阴性HCV Ag结果的潜在原因。结论:Elecsys HCV Duo免疫分析法可有效简化HCV诊断,促进早期发现和治疗启动。虽然出现了假阴性的HCV Ag结果,但该检测确保了对HCV Ag和抗HCV阳性患者的护理联系。这些进展可能有助于加强丙型肝炎病毒护理并支持国家消除工作。
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Efficacy and Safety of Durvalumab Plus Tremelimumab in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients With Portal Vein Thrombosis and High Tumor Burden: A Multicenter Retrospective Analysis Durvalumab联合Tremelimumab治疗门静脉血栓形成和高肿瘤负荷肝细胞癌患者的疗效和安全性:一项多中心回顾性分析
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-09-06 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70033
Takeshi Hatanaka, Yutaka Yata, Atsushi Hiraoka, Toshifumi Tada, Masashi Hirooka, Kazuya Kariyama, Joji Tani, Masanori Atsukawa, Koichi Takaguchi, Ei Itobayashi, Satoru Kakizaki, Shinya Fukunishi, Kunihiko Tsuji, Toru Ishikawa, Kazuto Tajiri, Hidenori Toyoda, Yuichi Koshiyama, Chikara Ogawa, Hiroki Nishikawa, Takashi Nishimura, Kazuhito Kawata, Hisashi Kosaka, Kosuke Matsui, Atsushi Naganuma, Hironori Tanaka, Hideko Ohama, Hidekatsu Kuroda, Tomomitsu Matono, Tomoko Aoki, Hironori Ochi, Michitaka Imai, Shinichiro Nakamura, Shohei Komatsu, Hideyuki Tamai, Jumpei Okamura, Yuki Kanayama, Kazunari Tanaka, Fujimasa Tada, Osamu Yoshida, Kazuhiro Nouso, Asahiro Morishita, Akemi Tsutsui, Takuya Nagano, Norio Itokawa, Tomomi Okubo, Taeang Arai, Takanori Matsuura, Hidenao Noritake, Hirayuki Enomoto, Masaki Kaibori, Takumi Fukumoto, Yoichi Hiasa, Masatoshi Kudo, Takashi Kumada, Real-life Practice Experts for HCC (RELPEC) Study Group, and HCC 48 Group (hepatocellular carcinoma experts from 48 clinics in Japan)

Aims

This study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of durvalumab and tremelimumab (Dur/Tre) in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who had a tumor thrombus in the main portal vein trunk (Vp4) or high tumor burden (HTB).

Methods

A total of 309 patients with BCLC stage B or C HCC who received Dur/Tre between March 2023 and October 2024 were included. HTB was defined as the presence of at least one of the following radiological findings: ≥ 50% liver involvement by HCC, bile duct invasion, or the presence of Vp4.

Results

Both the patients with Vp4 and HTB-positive group had significantly higher proportions of BCLC stage C disease (p = 0.01 and 0.007, respectively) and serum DCP levels ≥ 100 mAU/mL (p = 0.03 and < 0.001, respectively), and significantly higher neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (p = 0.04 and p = 0.004, respectively) compared to their respective counterparts. While the objective response rate did not significantly differ between the HTB-positive and HTB-negative groups (21.6% vs. 16.2%, p = 0.5), it was significantly higher in patients with Vp4 than in those without (42.9% vs. 15.6%, p = 0.02). There were no significant differences in progression-free survival or overall survival (OS) between patients with and without Vp4 (p = 0.1 and 0.3, respectively) and nor between the HTB-positive and HTB-negative groups (both p = 0.3). Among patients with both Vp4 and HTB, responders had longer OS than non-responders.

Conclusions

Dur/Tre may be a viable treatment option for patients with Vp4 and HTB.

目的:本研究旨在评价durvalumab和tremelimumab (Dur/Tre)在门静脉主干(Vp4)有肿瘤血栓或高肿瘤负荷(HTB)的肝细胞癌(HCC)患者中的治疗效果。方法:共纳入309例在2023年3月至2024年10月期间接受Dur/Tre治疗的BCLC B期或C期HCC患者。HTB被定义为至少存在以下影像学表现之一:HCC累及肝脏≥50%,胆管侵犯或Vp4的存在。结果:Vp4和HTB阳性组患者BCLC C期病变比例(p = 0.01和0.007)和血清DCP水平≥100 mAU/mL (p = 0.03)均显著高于对照组。结论:Dur/Tre可能是Vp4和HTB患者可行的治疗方案。
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Living Donor Liver Transplantation for Symptomatic Liver Involvement in Infant With Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia 遗传性出血性毛细血管扩张婴儿症状性肝脏受累的活体供肝移植治疗。
IF 3.4 3区 医学 Q1 GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Pub Date : 2025-08-27 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.70020
Ryuji Komine, Seisuke Sakamoto, Hajime Uchida, Yusuke Yanagi, Masato Kojima, Akinari Fukuda, Chiduko Haga, Takako Yoshioka, Mureo Kasahara

Aim

Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) is an autosomal dominant disorder that can cause vascular malformations in multiple organs, including the liver. Although liver involvement typically remains asymptomatic until adulthood, severe cases can progress to high-output cardiac failure (HOCF). Although liver transplantation (LT) is a well-established curative option for adult patients with HHT, pediatric data are limited.

Methods

We present a case of a 3-month-old boy with HOCF due to hepatic arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) caused by HHT. Prenatal imaging revealed hepatic AVMs and a ventricular septal defect (VSD), necessitating a semi-emergent cesarean delivery due to rapid cardiac enlargement. To reduce blood flow to the AVMs, hepatic artery ligation and transcatheter embolization were performed within the first week of life. At 3 weeks, progressive pulmonary blood flow led to pulmonary artery banding to address the tricuspid regurgitant gradient exceeding 50 mmHg. Given the life-threatening nature of the high-output state due to the hepatic AVMs, LT was deemed essential and was strategically performed prior to VSD closure. The patient successfully transitioned off continuous catecholamine support by postoperative Day 3 and has remained stable for 2 years without recurrence of heart failure.

Results and Conclusion

This is the first report demonstrating the feasibility and effectiveness of LT in pediatric HHT patients with severe cardiac complications, including right-to-left shunting. The case highlights the natural history of HHT in childhood and provides guidance on optimal treatment strategies, particularly a decision to perform LT first while leaving right-to-left shunting and operative procedures to prevent perioperative complications.

目的:遗传性出血性毛细血管扩张症(HHT)是一种常染色体显性遗传病,可导致包括肝脏在内的多器官血管畸形。尽管肝受累通常在成年前无症状,但严重的病例可发展为高输出量心力衰竭(HOCF)。尽管肝移植(LT)是成人HHT患者公认的治疗选择,但儿科数据有限。方法:我们报告一个3个月大的男婴,由于HHT引起的肝动静脉畸形(AVMs)而导致HOCF。产前影像学显示肝脏avm和室间隔缺损(VSD),需要半紧急剖宫产由于心脏迅速扩大。为了减少avm的血流量,在出生后的第一周内进行肝动脉结扎和经导管栓塞。3周时,进行性肺血流导致肺动脉束带,以解决超过50mmhg的三尖瓣反流梯度。考虑到肝动静脉畸形导致的高输出状态危及生命的性质,LT被认为是必要的,并且在室间隔关闭之前有策略地进行。患者在术后第3天成功过渡到持续儿茶酚胺支持,并保持稳定2年无心力衰竭复发。结果和结论:这是首个证明肝移植治疗包括右至左分流在内的严重心脏并发症的儿童HHT患者的可行性和有效性的报告。该病例强调了儿童HHT的自然历史,并提供了最佳治疗策略的指导,特别是决定先行肝移植,同时留下右至左分流术和手术程序,以防止围手术期并发症。
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