Late-onset combined immunodeficiency and bone marrow failure in severe autoimmune hepatitis: a case report
This case highlights the importance of screening for underlying immunodeficiency in adolescents presenting with atypical or seronegative autoimmune hepatitis. Early recognition of late-onset combined immunodeficiency and related complications, such as hepatitis-associated aplastic anemia, is crucial for timely multidisciplinary management and may significantly impact patient outcomes.
Authors
- A. Zehani
- N. Maàmouri
- Habiba Dabbebi
- Hassine Hajer
- Dhouha Chérif
- Haythem Yacoub
- F Sahbani
- Hela Kchir
Institutions
- Hôpital La Rabta (TN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2026-03-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-025-05800-3
- Primary Topic
- Liver Diseases and Immunity
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00