Journal of Armed Forces Medical College ( JAFMC )

Dhaka Cantonment, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Evaluation of Aetiological Factors and Outcome of Cholelithiasis in Children: Experience in Tertiary Level Hospitals


Gallstone disease is frequently reported in children in last few decades due to widespread use of ultrasonography (USG) as diagnostic tool. There may be absolute increase in number because of increased use of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), ileal resections and use of certain drugs like Ceftriaxone. Traditionally childhood cholelithiasis is classified as haemolytic or non haemolytic in origin.

 

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