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Biliary Atresia
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Affects one in every 10,000-20,000 infants born in the US. Is a life-threatening liver disease that causes a total obliteration of the bile ducts. Is the most common reason for liver transplantation in children. Leads to cirrhosis of the liver and ultimately liver failure. Is not preventable and the cause is unknown. Has no cure. Biliary Atresia Facts :
Symptoms:
Symptoms Develop jaundice at two to three weeks. Stools are pale in color. Urine is dark. Abdomen can be swollen and/or firm. Loss or no weight gain.
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Treatment Kasai procedure Liver transplant
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RESEARCH The Childhood Liver Disease Research & Education Network (ChiLDREN) Children's Hospital of Pittsburg Children’s Liver Association for Support Services (C.L.A.S.S.)
What you can do:
What you can do Sign up to be an organ donor Visit C.L.A.S.S. & shop in their online store. Shop at your local Albertson’s Grocery Store. Make Good Search your preferred search engine. Volunteer your time! Shop through iGive.com
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citation page Pictures Copyright 2011 La’Trece Bartley Pictures Copyright C.L.A.S.S. Kids Text and Photos were not used for commercial purposes, all copyright privileges remain to the said individuals: C.L.A.S.S., Baaware.org, and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburg
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