Etiology and Outcome of Cholelithiasis in Turkish Children
Indian Pediatr
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2018 Mar; 55(3): 216-218
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ABSTRACT
Objective:
The aim of this study was to examine the etiology of gallstones in children andresponses to ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) treatment.Methods:
74 children withcholelithiasis were recruited, and underwent ultrasonography to detect gallstones. All relevantclinical information was recorded in a structured proforma.Results:
The commonest riskfactor was a family history of gallstones. Most children responded to UDCA treatment in thefirst six months; children with hemolytic diseases showed no response to UDCA.Conclusion:
UDCA treatment may be useful before surgery in asymptomatic patients ofcholelithiasis without hemolytic diseases.
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IMSEAR (Asia Sudoriental)
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio de etiología
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Indian Pediatr
Año:
2018
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Artículo
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