Common Bile Duct Dilatations in Asymptomatic Neonates: Incidence and Prognosis

Background. This retrospective study reviewed 213 asymptomatic neonates with common bile duct (CBD) dilatations diagnosed via ultrasound to evaluate their incidence and outcomes. Materials and Methods. From August 2001 to July 2010, 18,230 abdominal ultrasound scans were performed as newborn screeni...

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Main Authors: Shun-Feng Lin, Hung-Chang Lee, Chun-Yan Yeung, Chuen-Bin Jiang, Wai-Tao Chan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:Gastroenterology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/392562