Discordant findings in extrahepatic bile duct atresia in 6 sets of twins.
Discordant findings in biliary atresia in 6 sets of twins are discussed regarding the current concepts in aetiology of biliary atresia. Although a genetic, inflammatory, immunological or toxic origin cannot be excluded, peri- or even postnatal ischaemia seems more likely.
Schweizer
P
P
Abteilung für Kinderchirurgie, Universitätsklinikums Tübingen.
Kerremans
J
J
D001656:Biliary Atresia / Q000235:genetics* / Q000601:surgery; D004200:Diseases in Twins; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008111:Liver Function Tests; D008297:Male; D014430:Twins, Monozygotic