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Yamawaka T, Kitamoto H, Nojima M, Kazama T, Wagatsuma K, Ishigami K, Yamamoto S, Honzawa Y, Matsuura M, Seno H, Nakase H. The association between antigenemia, histology with immunohistochemistry, and mucosal PCR in the diagnosis of ulcerative colitis with concomitant human cytomegalovirus infection. J Gastroenterol 2023; 58:44-52. [PMID: 36287269 PMCID: PMC9825535 DOI: 10.1007/s00535-022-01931-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) colitis can be involved in active ulcerative colitis (UC) in patients refractory to steroid and immunosuppressive drugs. Histological examination with colonic biopsy specimens and antigenemia assays are the standard tests for diagnosing HCMV enterocolitis, and we have previously reported the usefulness of mucosal polymerase chain reaction (PCR) methods. However, the associations among histopathological tests, antigenemia assays, and mucosal PCR are unknown. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 82 UC patients who underwent mucosal biopsy from inflamed colonic tissues for histological evaluation and mucosal PCR to detect HCMV. We analyzed the relationships between the HCMV-DNA copy number in colonic mucosa and other HCMV tests. RESULTS In total, 131 HCMV mucosal PCR tests from 82 UC patients were positive. The HCMV-DNA copy number was significantly higher in patients with positive immunohistochemistry (IHC) (p < 0.01) and was correlated with the number of positive cells for the antigenemia (C7-HRP, p < 0.01; C10/11, p < 0.01). Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis confirmed 1300 copies/μg of HCMV-DNA as the best diagnostic cut-off value to predict positive results of antigenemia (area under the curve = 0.80, 95% CI 0.68-0.93). HCMV-DNA copy number also correlated with the total UCEIS score (p = 0.013) and the bleeding score (p = 0.014). For each individual patient, a positive correlation between the change in total UCEIS score and HCMV-DNA copy number was observed (p = 0.040). CONCLUSION The antigenemia assay and histopathological test with IHC were significantly associated with the HCMV-DNA copy number in colonic tissues. Moreover, endoscopic examination with the UCEIS can help diagnose the HCMV colitis in UC patients.
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- Tsukasa Yamawaka
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-Ku, Sapporo, 060-8543, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyoto University School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Center for Translational Research, Institute of Medical Science Hospital, University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-Ku, Sapporo, 060-8543, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-Ku, Sapporo, 060-8543, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-Ku, Sapporo, 060-8543, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyoto University School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyoto University School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyorin University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyoto University School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-Ku, Sapporo, 060-8543, Japan.
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Cho JH, Choi JH. Cytomegalovirus ileo-pancolitis presenting as toxic megacolon in an immunocompetent patient: A case report. World J Clin Cases 2020; 8:552-559. [PMID: 32110666 PMCID: PMC7031826 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v8.i3.552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2019] [Revised: 10/13/2019] [Accepted: 10/29/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cytomegalovirus (CMV) enterocolitis presenting in the form of pancolitis or involving the small and large intestines in an immunocompetent patient is rarely encountered, and CMV enterocolitis presenting with a serious complication, such as toxic megacolon, in an immunocompetent adult has only been reported on a few occasions.
CASE SUMMARY We describe the case of a 70-year-old male with no history of inflammatory bowel disease or immunodeficiency who presented with toxic megacolon and subsequently developed massive hemorrhage as a complication of CMV ileo-pancolitis. The patient was referred to our institute for abdominal pain and distension. Abdominal X-ray showed marked dilatation of ileum and whole colon without air-fluid level, and sigmoidoscopy with biopsy failed to reveal any specific finding. After 7 d of conservative treatment, massive hematochezia developed, and he was diagnosed to have CMV enterocolitis by colonoscopy with biopsy. Although the diagnosis of CMV enterocolitis was delayed, the patient was treated successfully by repeat colonoscopic decompression and antiviral therapy with intravenous ganciclovir.
CONCLUSION This report cautions that CMV-induced colitis should be considered as a possible differential diagnosis in a patient with intractable symptoms of enterocolitis or megacolon of unknown cause, even when the patient is non-immunocompromised.
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- Joon Hyun Cho
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yeungnam University College of Medicine, Daegu 42415, South Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Yeungnam University College of Medicine, Daegu 42415, South Korea
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Ahmed I, Kassem W, Salam Y, Furnari M, Mehta T. Outcome of Cytomegalovirus Colitis in Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Different Regimes of Ganciclovir. Middle East J Dig Dis 2018; 10:220-229. [PMID: 31049169 PMCID: PMC6488501 DOI: 10.15171/mejdd.2018.114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2018] [Accepted: 09/02/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is common in individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and is responsible for relapse, increased severity, and poor outcome if left untreated. Ganciclovir is the mainstay of treatment but data regarding its use, mode of administration, and duration of treatment is poorly described. We reviewed the practice of treating CMV colitis with different regimes of ganciclovir at a district NHS hospital to compare the clinical outcome. METHODS 35 patients with IBD and concurrent diagnosis of CMV infection were evaluated. The parameters studied were clinical outcome in term of clinical response, length of hospital stay, readmission, or colectomy with three different regimes of ganciclovir, in addition to treatment for IBD. RESULTS 35 patients with IBD (ulcerative colitis = 23, Crohn's disease = 5, Indeterminate colitis = 7) and positive diagnosis of CMV infection were studied. Clinical outcome with two weeks of intravenous (IV) ganciclovir regime was superior than one week of IV ganciclovir and two weeks of oral Valganciclovir in term of clinical response on day 15 (95.8% vs 74%, 24.3%, respectively p = 0.45) and colectomy rate within 3 months (6.25% vs 27.3%, vs 25%, respectively). CONCLUSION CMV colitis is associated with poor outcome in patient with IBD if left untreated. 2 weeks IV ganciclovir was associated with a better outcome than 1 week of IV treatment or oral treatment.
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- Iftikhar Ahmed
- School of Medicine, University of Southampton, UK
- Department of Medicine, Aldara Hospital and Medical Centre, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Medicine, Aldara Hospital and Medical Centre, Riyadh, KSA
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- School of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Royal United Hospital Bath, UK
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The Association Between CMV Viremia or Endoscopic Features and Histopathological Characteristics of CMV Colitis in Patients with Underlying Ulcerative Colitis. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2017; 23:814-821. [PMID: 28426459 DOI: 10.1097/mib.0000000000001095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection has been shown to be related to severe or steroid-refractory ulcerative colitis (UC) flare-ups. The aim of this study was to evaluate the endoscopic and pathological characteristics of CMV colitis in patients with UC and to assess the predictive value of the endoscopic and pathological features of CMV colitis. METHODS A total of 50 consecutive UC patients with CMV infection who were admitted to Peking Union Medical College Hospital from 2010 to 2015 were enrolled in this study. RESULTS Twenty-five UC patients with CMV infection (50.0%) had concurrent CMV colitis. When the cutoff value was set at 1150 copies, the sensitivity and specificity of blood CMV DNAq polymerase chain reaction for predicting CMV colitis were 44.4% and 78.9%, respectively. A higher proportion of endoscopic punched-out ulcers, irregular ulcers, and cobblestone-like appearance were observed among the patients in the CMV colitis group than those in the non-CMV colitis group (52.0% versus 20.0%, 60.0% versus 16.0%, and 20.0% versus 0%, respectively, P < 0.05). The number of CMV inclusion bodies per high-power field was significantly higher in those with punch-out ulcerations (25.7% versus 60.0%, P < 0.05). A higher grade of pathological inflammation was observed in the CMV colitis group than in the control group (68.0% versus 44.0%). CONCLUSIONS Characteristic endoscopic features with punch-out ulcers and high CMV viremia load may be useful for predicting the presence of CMV colitis in histology. Punch-out ulcers were found to be associated with a higher number of inclusion bodies on histology, suggesting a role of targeted biopsy for endoscopist.
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Diagnosis and management of common gastrointestinal tract infectious diseases in ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease patients. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2014; 20:2503-10. [PMID: 25208106 DOI: 10.1097/mib.0000000000000140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, stretches beyond control of flares. Some infections of the gastrointestinal tract are more commonly seen in patients with IBD. Work from the Human Microbiome Project has been instrumental in our understanding of the interplay between the vast gut microbiota and host immune responses. Patients with IBD may be more prone to infectious complications based on their underlying inflammatory disease and variations in their microbiome. Immunosuppressant medications commonly used to treat patients with Crohn's and colitis also play a role in predisposing these patients to acquire these infections. Here, we present a detailed review of the data focusing on the most common infections of the gastrointestinal tract in patients with IBD: Clostridium difficile infections (CDI) and cytomegalovirus (CMV). We will discuss appropriate diagnostic tools and treatment options for these infections. Other less common infections will also be reviewed briefly. Studying the various infections of the gastrointestinal tract in these patients could enhance our understanding of the pathophysiology of IBD.
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Koc B, Bircan HY, Altaner S, Cinar O, Ozcelik U, Yavuz A, Kemik O. Massive Alimentary Tract Bleeding due to Cytomegalovirus Infection in an Elderly Patient. Infect Dis Rep 2014; 6:5512. [PMID: 25276331 PMCID: PMC4178269 DOI: 10.4081/idr.2014.5512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2014] [Revised: 08/19/2014] [Accepted: 08/19/2014] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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In recent years, cytomegalovirus (CMV) has been recognized as an important common pathogen in immunocompromized patients. This is due to the increasing number of immunosuppressive medications, intensive cancer chemotherapy use, recurrent transplantations, progressively aging population, and the higher number of human immunodeficiency virus infections. Cytomegalovirus infection especially interests the gastrointestinal tract, anywhere, from the mouth to the anus. Namely, the most commonly affected area is the colon, followed by duodenum, stomach, esophagus and small intestine. The most frequent manifestations of CMV colitis are: diarrhea, fever, gastrointestinal bleeding and abdominal pain. We report here the case of an 82-year-old woman, who was treated for non-Hodgkin lymphoma; she was admitted to the emergency department for abdominal pain and diffuse arthralgia, following massive upper- and lower- gastrointestinal bleeding, due to duodenal and colonic ulcers related to CMV infection.
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- Bora Koc
- Department of Surgery, Baskent University, Istanbul Research Hospital, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Surgery, Baskent University, Istanbul Research Hospital, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Baskent University, Istanbul Research Hospital, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Baskent University, Istanbul Research Hospital, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Surgery, Baskent University, Istanbul Research Hospital, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, Turkey
- Yuzuncu Yil University Medical Faculty, Department of Surgery, Kampus, Ercis Yolu, Van, Turkey. +90.505.5566969 - +90.432.4251024.
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Cytomegalovirus enteritis in immunocompetent subjects: A case report and review of the literature. J Infect Chemother 2014; 20:325-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiac.2013.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2013] [Revised: 10/25/2013] [Accepted: 12/01/2013] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Garrido E, Carrera E, Manzano R, Lopez-Sanroman A. Clinical significance of cytomegalovirus infection in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. World J Gastroenterol 2013; 19:17-25. [PMID: 23326158 PMCID: PMC3545225 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v19.i1.17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2012] [Revised: 08/03/2012] [Accepted: 08/14/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is common in humans. The virus then enters a “latency phase” and can reactivate to different stimuli such as immunosuppression. The clinical significance of CMV infection in inflammatory bowel disease is different in Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). CMV does not interfere in the clinical course of CD. However, CMV reactivation is frequent in severe or steroid-resistant UC. It is not known whether the virus exacerbates the disease or simply appears as a bystander of a severe disease. Different methods are used to diagnose CMV colitis. Diagnosis is classically based on histopathological identification of viral-infected cells or CMV antigens in biopsied tissues using haematoxylin-eosin or immunohistochemistry, other tests on blood or tissue samples are currently being investigated. Polymerase chain reaction performed in colonic mucosa has a high sensitivity and a positive result could be associated with a worse prognosis disease; further studies are needed to determine the most appropriate strategy with positive CMV-DNA in colonic mucosa. Specific endoscopic features have not been described in active UC and CMV infection. CMV colitis is usually treated with ganciclovir for several weeks, there are different opinions about whether or not to stop immunosuppressive therapy. Other antiviral drugs may be used. Multicenter controlled studies would needed to determine which subgroup of UC patients would benefit from early antiviral treatment.
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Diffuse gastroduodenitis and enteritis associated with ulcerative colitis and concomitant cytomegalovirus reactivation after total colectomy: report of a case. Surg Today 2012; 43:321-4. [PMID: 22965486 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-012-0329-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2011] [Accepted: 11/17/2011] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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We report a rare case of peristomal pyoderma gangrenosum with severe gastroduodenal lesions, developing after total colectomy in a patient with ulcerative colitis and concomitant cytomegalovirus (CMV) enteritis. A 19-year-old man underwent total proctocolectomy with an ileal J-pouch anal anastomosis and diverting ileostomy, after 2 years of ineffective medical treatment. On postoperative day 6, severe peristomal pyoderma gangrenosum developed and progressed rapidly. Maintaining immunosuppressive therapy with corticosteroids for 6 days induced melena from the gastroduodenal lesions and enteritis with concomitant CMV reactivation. The patient required a jejunostomy, after the duodenal and intestinal CMV lesions had caused multiple perforations. Treatment with intensive cytapheresis was ineffective against the associated UC lesions, which healed with infliximab induction. The CMV reactivation was treated effectively with ganciclovir. The patient is being maintained on infliximab every 8 weeks and there has been no sign of recurrence of the gastroduodenitis-associated UC and CMV reactivation.
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[Cytomegalovirus ileitis in a non-immunocompromised old patient: a case report]. Rev Med Interne 2012; 33:e44-6. [PMID: 22560673 DOI: 10.1016/j.revmed.2012.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2011] [Revised: 02/17/2012] [Accepted: 04/01/2012] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Cytomegalovirus ileitis occurs rarely in immunocompetent subjects. CASE REPORT An 88-year-old woman presented with severe pain located in right iliac fossa. Biological tests showed an increase in C-reactive protein and neutrophils. Colonoscopy revealed a severely ulcerated and inflamed terminal ileal mucosa. Histopathological analysis of biopsies showed a typical cytopathic effect with ballooned cells and intranuclear inclusions, confirmed by positive immunological marking with anti-cytomegalovirus antibodies. Cytomegalovirus polymerase chain reaction in the plasma showed positive activity. The patient was successfully treated with valganciclovir. CONCLUSION The predominant or isolated ileal location of cytomegalovirus infection should be known, especially in the elderly because aging could be a risk factor.
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Suzuki H, Kato J, Kuriyama M, Hiraoka S, Kuwaki K, Yamamoto K. Specific endoscopic features of ulcerative colitis complicated by cytomegalovirus infection. World J Gastroenterol 2010; 16:1245-51. [PMID: 20222169 PMCID: PMC2839178 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v16.i10.1245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To identify specific colonoscopic findings in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) complicated by cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection.
METHODS: Among UC patients who were hospitalized due to exacerbation of symptoms, colonoscopic findings were compared between 15 CMV-positive patients and 58 CMV-negative patients. CMV infection was determined by blood test for CMV antigenemia. Five aspects of mucosal changes were analyzed (loss of vascular pattern, erythema, mucosal edema, easy bleeding, and mucinous exudates) as well as five aspects of ulcerative change (wide mucosal defect, punched-out ulceration, longitudinal ulceration, irregular ulceration, and cobblestone-like appearance). Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value of each finding for CMV positivity were determined.
RESULTS: The sensitivity of irregular ulceration for positive CMV was 100%. The specificity of wide mucosal defect was 95%. Punched-out ulceration and longitudinal ulceration exhibited relatively high sensitivity and specificity (more than 70% for each).
CONCLUSION: Specific colonoscopic findings in patients with UC complicated by CMV infection were identified. These findings may facilitate the early diagnosis of CMV infection in UC patients.
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Cha JM, Lee JI, Choe JW, Joo KR, Jung SW, Shin HP, Choi SI. Cytomegalovirus enteritis causing ileal perforation in an elderly immunocompetent individual. Yonsei Med J 2010; 51:279-83. [PMID: 20191024 PMCID: PMC2824877 DOI: 10.3349/ymj.2010.51.2.279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2008] [Revised: 07/01/2008] [Accepted: 07/01/2008] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is usually subclinical in immunocompetent individuals, however it can be life threatening in an elderly immunocompetent individual. We report a case of CMV enteritis causing ileal perforation in a physically active elderly man. An 88-year-old healthy man presented with abdominal pain and diarrhea. After initial conservative treatment, emergency laparotomy was performed for ileal perforation. The diagnosis of CMV enteritis was based on histological findings revealing many large cells with CMV inclusion bodies in the surgical specimen. In elderly individuals, even though they are immunocompetent, CMV enteritis may result in major complications such as bowel perforation, and it should be included in the differential diagnosis of diarrhea if it is resistant to conventional treatment.
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- Jae Myung Cha
- Department of Internal Medicine, East-West Neo Medical Center, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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Omiya M, Matsushita M, Tanaka T, Kawamata S, Okazaki K. The absence of large ulcer predicts latent cytomegalovirus infection in ulcerative colitis with positive mucosal viral assay. Intern Med 2010; 49:2277-82. [PMID: 21048360 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.49.3657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Although many studies have shown that cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is an exacerbating factor in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), there is no valid method to distinguish CMV infection requiring therapy from that disappearing without therapy. The aim of this study was to describe whether or not the endoscopic feature of a large ulcer predicts the necessity of antiviral therapy against CMV infection in active UC patients with positive mucosal viral assay. METHODS Active UC patients in whom CMV infection was detected by mucosal polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay were enrolled in this prospective observational clinical study. Patients with a large ulcer (ulcerated group) were treated with antiviral and UC therapy. Patients without a large ulcer (non-ulcerated group) were treated with only UC therapy. We prospectively evaluated the clinical and endoscopic findings in all of the patients 2 months after starting this protocol, and observed their outcomes during one year. RESULTS In the ulcerated group (n=10), 3 patients still had active disease at 2 months and underwent colectomy. Although the other 7 patients achieved remission at 2 months, 4 of the 7 patients had a flare-up, and the remaining 3 patients maintained remission. All of the patients in the non-ulcerated group (n=10) attained remission without antiviral therapy at 2 months, and maintained remission. CONCLUSION In active UC patients with positive CMV DNA by mucosal PCR assay, the absence of a large ulcer suggests latent CMV infection, and requires no antiviral therapy.
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- Mika Omiya
- The Third Department of Internal Medicine, Kansai Medical University, Hirakata.
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Systematic review: cytomegalovirus infection in inflammatory bowel disease. J Gastroenterol 2009; 43:735-40. [PMID: 18958541 DOI: 10.1007/s00535-008-2246-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2008] [Accepted: 07/01/2008] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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June L, Chin N, Chatterjee D. Cytomegalovirus colitis presenting as massive lower gastrointestinal bleeding in an immunocompetent patient. Indian J Surg 2008; 70:28-31. [PMID: 23133012 DOI: 10.1007/s12262-008-0006-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2006] [Accepted: 01/28/2008] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Cytomegalovirus infection is ubiquitous but often remains asymptomatic in affected patients. Symptomatic cytomegalovirus infection usually occurs in immunocompromised patients- patients who are infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, have received organ transplantations, or are on immunosuppressive therapies. Cytomegalovirus colitis can present with abdominal pain, diarrhea and significant per rectal blood loss. It is a rare entity in immunocompetent patients and can often be missed unless one has a high index of suspicion. We describe a case of CMV colitis in a 78-year-old patient with no known risk factors for immunosuppression who was admitted for respiratory diseases and then subsequently developed transfusion dependent lower gastrointestinal bleeding. She ultimately required surgical resection of her colon. A literature review on CMV colitis, its myriad manifestations and therapeutic outcomes was conducted, with particular emphasis on its occurrence in immunocompetent patients.
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- Lee June
- General Surgery Department, Changi General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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Yoshino T, Nakase H, Ueno S, Uza N, Inoue S, Mikami S, Matsuura M, Ohmori K, Sakurai T, Nagayama S, Hasegawa S, Sakai Y, Chiba T. Usefulness of quantitative real-time PCR assay for early detection of cytomegalovirus infection in patients with ulcerative colitis refractory to immunosuppressive therapies. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2007; 13:1516-21. [PMID: 17828781 DOI: 10.1002/ibd.20253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 124] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Studies suggest that cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection exacerbates ulcerative colitis (UC) refractory to immunosuppressive therapies. Early and accurate diagnosis of CMV infection is important for the treatment of UC. We evaluated the usefulness of quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for detecting CMV infection in inflamed colonic mucosa of patients with UC refractory to immunosuppressive therapies. METHODS From 2003 to 2006, 30 patients (mean age: 41 +/- 18 years; 14 men, 16 women) with UC refractory to immunosuppressive therapies were enrolled in the study. We evaluated CMV infection by CMV antigenemia, histologic examination, and quantitative real-time PCR for CMV using colonic mucosa and investigated the clinical outcomes of antiviral therapy. RESULTS CMV-DNA was detected only in the inflamed colonic mucosa in 17 (56.7%) of 30 patients. Of the 17 CMV-DNA-positive patients, 4 were positive for CMV antigenemia or inclusion bodies on histologic examination; of the 13 CMV-DNA-negative patients none was positive for CMV antigenemia or inclusion bodies. Of the 17 CMV-DNA-positive patients, 12 (70.6%) were treated with ganciclovir for 2 weeks and 10 patients went into remission. Two other patients required colectomy after antiviral therapy. In contrast, of the 13 CMV-DNA-negative patients 12 (92.3%) achieved remission after intensifying their immunosuppressive therapies. CONCLUSIONS Quantitative real-time PCR assay for detecting CMV-DNA is useful for early, accurate diagnosis of CMV infection in patients with UC refractory to immunosuppressive therapies, enabling prompt and appropriate treatment.
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- Takuya Yoshino
- Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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Cytomegalovirus enteritis is most usually associated with patients positive for human immunodeficiency virus or immunosuppressed transplant patients. The gastrointestinal tract may be affected anywhere from the esophagus to the colon, but the small bowel involvement is rare. We report a case of cytomegalovirus ileitis in an immunocompetent adult, which was confirmed by histopathologic findings through colonoscopic biopsy.
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- Kum Hei Ryu
- Department of Internal Medicine, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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- Jin-Bok Hwang
- Department of Pediatrics, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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Oku T, Maeda M, Waga E, Wada Y, Nagamachi Y, Fujita M, Suzuki Y, Nagashima K, Niitsu Y. Cytomegalovirus cholangitis and pancreatitis in an immunocompetent patient. J Gastroenterol 2005; 40:987-92. [PMID: 16261436 DOI: 10.1007/s00535-005-1683-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2005] [Accepted: 06/20/2005] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Cholangitis and pancreatitis associated with cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in an immunocompetent patient is reported. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiography performed on a 55-year-old man for evaluation of the cause of jaundice and liver dysfunction revealed a distal focal irregular narrowing of the common bile duct. Microscopic findings of the resected specimen showed chronic cholangitis and CMV pancreatitis. Immunohistochemistry disclosed that epithelial cells in the inflamed bile duct were positive for CMV antigen, which was compatible with CMV cholangitis. Inflammation of the biliary tract or pancreas by CMV has been commonly reported as a complication in immunocompromised patients. Our report appears to be a rare case, but suggests that CMV cholangitis or pancreatitis should be considered in the differential diagnoses of common bile duct stenosis or pancreatitis even in immunocompetent individuals.
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- Takatomi Oku
- Department of Gastroenterology, Shinnittetsu Muroran General Hospital, 1-45 Chiribetsu-cho, Muroran, 050-0076, and Department of Internal Medicine, Sapporo Medical University, School of Medicine, Japan
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Petrogiannopoulos CL, Kalogeropoulos SG, Dandakis DC, Hartzoulakis GA, Karahalios GN, Flevaris CP, Zacharof AK. Cytomegalovirus enteritis in an immunocompetent host. Chemotherapy 2004; 50:276-8. [PMID: 15608442 DOI: 10.1159/000082625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2003] [Accepted: 07/15/2004] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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A 60-year-old healthy woman presented with fever, abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. After initial conservative therapy, enterectomy was performed because of perforation of the jejunum. Histological analysis and high titer of anti-CMV IgM confirmed the diagnosis. A 2-year follow-up was uneventful. CMV enterocolitis is frequent in immunocompromised patients, but rare in immunocompetent subjects.
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Macaigne G, Auriault ML, Boivin JF, Chayette C, Cheaib S, Deplus R. [Acute cytomegalovirus (CMV) recto-colitis mimicking rectal carcinoma without apparent cause of immunodeficiency]. GASTROENTEROLOGIE CLINIQUE ET BIOLOGIQUE 2004; 28:73-6. [PMID: 15041815 DOI: 10.1016/s0399-8320(04)94849-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the gastrointestinal tract occurs mainly in immunosuppressed patients. We report here the case of a 76-Year-old woman, without obvious cause of immunosuppression, who developed severe proctitis. The clinical course was favourable with ganciclovir therapy. In the absence of controlled data in the field of CMV intestinal infections in immunocompetents, we discuss the potential benefit of an antiviral therapy in those patients who do not recover rapidly and spontaneously.
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- Gilles Macaigne
- Service d'Hépato-Gastroentérologie, Hôpital de Lagny-Marne-la-Vallée, 77405 Lagny-sur-Marne Cedex.
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Patel SM, Cohen P, Pickering MC, Gazzard BG, Andreyev J. Successful treatment of acute haemorrhagic cytomegalovirus colitis with ganciclovir in an individual without overt immunocompromise. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2003; 15:1055-60. [PMID: 12923383 DOI: 10.1097/00042737-200309000-00020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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