| Literature DB >> 3232705 |
Abstract
Since 1855, 11 instances of familial extrahepatic biliary atresia (EHBA) have been described. Genetic, environmental, vascular, and infectious causes for this disorder have been proposed. We report on 2 families each with 2 sibs with EHBA. We suggest that a genetic susceptibility to an environmental insult to the biliary tree may be responsible for the genesis of this disease.Entities:
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Year: 1988 PMID: 3232705 DOI: 10.1002/ajmg.1320310222
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Am J Med Genet ISSN: 0148-7299