Familial congenital hepatic fibrosis: report of a family with three affected children

Acta Med Iran. 2013;51(9):655-6.

Abstract

Congenital hepatic fibrosis (CHF) is a developmental disorder of the biliary system, characterized by defective remodeling of the ductal plate. Herein a family of three children, from consanguineous parents, with minor thalassemia is presented who suffered from congenital hepatic fibrosis (CHF). Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment are necessary to avoid further complications in the affected patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Liver Cirrhosis / congenital*
  • Liver Cirrhosis / diagnostic imaging
  • Male
  • Ultrasonography