Journal of Liver

Management of Biliary atresia

3^rd World Liver Congress

December 17-18, 2018 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Amin Gohary

Burjeel hospital, UAE

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Liver

Abstract:

Introduction: Biliary atresia is a rare disorder of the biliary tract that require correction within the first 30 days of life. Late presentation is associated with poor prognosis and usually requires liver transplant

Material and methods: Between 1994 and 2014 , we managed 24 patients with biliary atresia , 7 of whom presented after 4 months of age. The late presentation requires liver transplant , but if can not be afforded , then a trial of porto-enterostomy may be tried. It helps to give few month of liver support and in some case can be curative. In this presentation we will discuss our experience with biliary atresia in general with special emphasis on the management of late presentation.

Conclusion: Early surgery for biliary atresia is he most important factor for possible cure. Late presentation my benefit from drainage procedure before liver transplant.

Biography :

Amin El-Gohary completed his MBBCh in 1972 and his Diploma in General Surgery in 1975 at Cairo University, Egypt. He was appointed as Chief Disaster Officer during Gulf War. He also held post as the Clinical Dean of Gulf Medical College, Ajman for 3 years. Prof. Dr. Amin is well known in Abu Dhabi for his extensive interest and involvement in scientific activities. He is the President of the Pediatric Surgical Association of UAE. He was awarded the Shield of the College of Pakistan and the Medal of International Recognition in pediatric urology from the Russian Association of Andrology. Prof. Dr. Amin is also the founder and member of the Arab Association of Pediatric Surgeons. Prof. Dr. Amin has an intensive academic and teaching experience, has written several publications in distinguished medical journals, and has made several poster and paper presentations in national and international conferences. Currently, he is an external examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons.

E-mail: amingoh@gmail.com