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Alteration of liver function due to H1N1 infection: a case report
Authors Alhammadi AH, Hendaus MA, Kayoum AA
Received 2 July 2013
Accepted for publication 5 August 2013
Published 16 September 2013 Volume 2013:6 Pages 173—175
DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/CEG.S50929
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Ahmed H Alhammadi, Mohamed A Hendaus, Anas A Kayoum
Department of Pediatrics, Section of General Pediatrics, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
Abstract: H1N1 virus is known to affect the respiratory tract. The majority of healthcare providers focus on the respiratory complications attributed to H1N1 infection, overlooking possible multi-organ involvement. We present a rare case of abnormal liver function in a child who was admitted for respiratory illness due to the H1N1 virus. There was a marked elevation in liver function tests concurrent with the respiratory disease. Our patient was treated with oseltamavir for the H1N1 infection, and the liver function levels decreased dramatically in 72 hours.
Keywords: H1N1 subtype influenza A virus, hepatic function impairment
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