Biliary atresia is common form of chronic liver disease in newborns, affecting one in every 15,000 live births. As with many congenital conditions, a family history of biliary atresia increases the likelihood of potential for having the condition. Genetically, biliary atresia is linked most frequently to Asian and African American populations. Comparative, as many as two times the number of African Americans are affected with biliary atresia as compared to their Caucasian counterparts.
Who is at highest risk for Biliary atresia ?
Biliary atresia is common form of chronic liver disease in newborns, affecting one in every 15,000 live births. As with many congenital conditions, a family history of biliary atresia increases the likelihood of potential for having the condition. Genetically, biliary atresia is linked most frequently to Asian and African American populations. Comparative, as many as two times the number of African Americans are affected with biliary atresia as compared to their Caucasian counterparts.