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(Q44.2) Atresia of bile ducts
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160 296 in individuals diagnosis atresia of bile ducts confirmed
5 096 deaths with diagnosis atresia of bile ducts
3% mortality rate associated with the disease atresia of bile ducts
Diagnosis atresia of bile ducts is diagnosed Women are 33.45% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis atresia of bile ducts
2 186 (4.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis atresia of bile ducts
2 910 (2.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease atresia of bile ducts - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 40-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 35-39Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features atresia of bile ducts
Absence or low individual and public risk
Atresia of bile ducts - what does this mean
Atresia of the bile ducts is a congenital defect in which the bile ducts are abnormally narrow or blocked, preventing bile from flowing from the liver to the small intestine. this results in the accumulation of bile in the gallbladder and liver, which can cause inflammation, pain, and jaundice.
What happens during the disease - atresia of bile ducts
Atresia of bile ducts is a congenital disorder in which the bile ducts are abnormally narrow or blocked, resulting in the obstruction of bile flow from the liver to the small intestine. this condition is caused by the abnormal development of the bile ducts during fetal development, which can lead to the formation of scar tissue, cysts, or other obstructions. in some cases, the bile ducts may be completely absent, resulting in a complete blockage of bile flow. this can lead to the accumulation of bile in the liver and a variety of complications, including liver failure, jaundice, and abdominal pain.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Imaging tests such as ultrasound, CT scan or MRI
- Liver function tests
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Laparoscopy
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore the flow of bile through the bile ducts.
- Surgery to create a new bile duct
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) to open a blocked duct
- Transplantation of a donor liver
- Liver biopsy to assess the extent of the disease
- Drug therapy to reduce inflammation
- Stenting to keep the bile duct open
- Nutritional support to maintain liver health
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Atresia of bile ducts - Prevention
The best way to prevent atresia of bile ducts is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest. additionally, pregnant women should receive prenatal care to reduce the risk of atresia of bile ducts in their children.