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Biliary atresia: Early diagnosis through operative cholangiography

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A retrospective analysis of 17 infants with biliary atresia was carried out. The role of operative cholangiography for diagnosis is emphasised for early intervention and better prognosis.

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  1. Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery, Institute of Child Health, J. J. Group of Hospitals and Grant Medical College, Bombay

    Rekha H. Udani (Reader in Pediatrics) & Jyotsana M. Kirtane

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Udani, R.H., Kirtane, J.M. Biliary atresia: Early diagnosis through operative cholangiography. Indian J Pediatr 53, 807–810 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02748580

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