Neonatal Cholestasis Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
US finding in biliary atresia
A
Triangular cord sign
2
Q
Evaluation to differentiate intra from extrahepatic obstruction
A
Scintigraphy
3
Q
Tx for retention of bile constituents (cholesterol)
A
Ursodeoxycholic acid
4
Q
Clinical manifestation of extrahepatic biliary atresia
A
Acholic stools
5
Q
Tx for noncorectible extrahepatic biliary atresia
A
Kasai procedure
6
Q
Pysiologic (neonatal) jaundice is seen when?
A
2nd - 3rd day of life
7
Q
Mx of breastfeeding jaundice
Mx of breastmilk jaundice
A
Increase frequency of breastfeeding
Temporary cessation of breastfeeding
8
Q
Hepatits A (a RNA virus) is transmitten through?
A
Fecal oral route
9
Q
Doc for improving bile flow in neonatal cholestasis
A
Cholestyramine
10
Q
Liver function test increased with acute liver injury
A
ALT
