Fatal HBV-liver failure after withdrawal of antiviral treatment

Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2024 Nov;116(11):651-652. doi: 10.17235/reed.2024.10115/2023.

Abstract

We report a case of fatal HBV reactivation in a patient with chronic hepatitis B infection HBeAg-, who was withdrawn from antiviral therapy.. We think that it may be a warning of risks that this clinical decision may entail.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Antiviral Agents* / adverse effects
  • Antiviral Agents* / therapeutic use
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Hepatitis B, Chronic* / complications
  • Hepatitis B, Chronic* / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Liver Failure* / etiology
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Withholding Treatment

Substances

  • Antiviral Agents