A rare biliary tract disease characterized by congenital absence of the gallbladder and cystic duct. The majority of patients are asymptomatic. Possible clinical manifestations include abdominal pain and tenderness in the right upper quadrant nausea vomiting fatty food intolerance and jaundice. Frequency of choledocholithiasis is increased significantly.
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Isolated agenesis of gallbladder?
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Advocacy Organizations
Biliary Atresia and Liver Care Africa
Biliary Atresia and Liver Care Africa (BALCA) exists to raise awareness, support families, and advocate for better care for children and individuals living with biliary atresia and other liver diseases across East Africa, giving hope, information, and a strong support system while improving access to treatment and aftercare.
Global Liver Institute
To improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by liver disease through promoting innovation, encouraging collaboration, and scaling optimal approaches to help eradicate liver diseases.
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Clinical Trials
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