Patient's question:
My baby has been diagnosed with biliary atresia, which has caused me immense pain. Every day feels like an eternity, and watching my baby suffer, I don't know what to do. The doctor has recommended a transplant surgery. I'm so scared. I want to ask if biliary atresia is a genetic issue?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the prognosis of biliary atresia is related to its type and the order of diagnosis and treatment. If it is Type I or Type II biliary atresia, the prognosis is relatively good; whereas Type III biliary atresia has a poor prognosis. Infection, genetic mutations, immunity, and exposure to toxic substances during pregnancy in women can all lead to biliary atresia in children. However, by paying attention to these aspects, biliary atresia can be effectively prevented. Additionally, early screening for obstructive jaundice in newborns and infants should also be conducted to achieve early diagnosis and early treatment.