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Early Duct Bypass Operation for Biliary Atresia Produces Best Outcomes
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The earlier the Kasai operation is performed to bypass extrahepatic bile ducts in cases of biliary atresia, the better is the long-term outcome, according to a report in the May issue of Pediatrics. The finding makes a case for routine neonatal screening for biliary atresia. Reuters Health Information
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Enzyme Replacement Therapy Normalizes Growth in Pediatric Gaucher Disease
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Long-term, continuous enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) with alglucerase or imiglucerase in children with Gaucher disease type 1 normalizes linear growth, enhances bone mineralization, and reduces liver and spleen volume, according to data from a large registry study. Reuters Health Information
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All Grown Up
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Pediatric HM programs are growing around the country. What unique challenges does the pediatric hospitalist face? The Hospitalist
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