Question
Will a one-year-old baby have congenital biliary atresia?
Answer
A one-year-old baby may have congenital biliary atresia, a severe liver disease primarily caused by maldevelopment of the bile ducts or viral infection. This condition leads to blockage of the bile ducts inside and outside the liver, ultimately resulting in liver failure. Early detection and treatment are crucial, as the only effective treatment currently available is surgery. The sooner the treatment is initiated, the better the outcomes typically are.