Cholelithiasis in a neonate with chylous ascites.

Authors :: Siahanidou, T.
Mikou, C.
Karra, P.
Pappas, D.
Zellos, A.
Mandyla, H.
Source :: Journal of Perinatology. Mar2010, Vol. 30 Issue 3, p227-230. 4p. 2 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: A case of a neonate with congenital chylous ascites resulting from primary lymphatic dysplasia is described. The baby also presented with a sludge ball in the gallbladder that eventually progressed to gallstones. The association of chylous ascites with cholelithiasis in this neonate is discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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