An extrahepatic biliary atresia (EHBA) mimic- a case report
Keywords:
neonatal cholestasis, MRCP, bile plug
Abstract
Extra hepatic biliary obstruction is surgically correctable cause of neonatal cholestasis, with good outcome if operated within 6 weeks. We report a case mimicking biliary atresia clinically and on imaging (HIDA, MRCP) and had complete resolution after exploratory laparotomy. Per-operatively, bile ducts were found to be patent; subsequently patient’s bilirubin status and liver functions improved and child has been thriving well. Preoperative liver biopsy showed patent ducts with findings of cholestasis.
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CITATION
DOI: 10.17511/ijpr.2017.i06.02
Published: 2017-06-30
How to Cite
Dr. Hemlata Singh, Dr. Bhavika Y.M, Dr. Ramkesh Meena, & Dr. Vivek Dewan. (2017). An extrahepatic biliary atresia (EHBA) mimic- a case report. Pediatric Review: International Journal of Pediatric Research, 4(6), 361-362. https://doi.org/10.17511/ijpr.2017.i06.02
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