What is biliary atresia? Biliary atresia is a rare condition in newborn infants in which the common bile duct between the liver and the small intestine is blocked or absent. If unrecognized, the condition leads to liver failure. The cause of the condition is unknown. The only effective treatments are certain surgeries such as the kasai procedure, or liver transplantation.

Friday, June 17, 2011

extended recovery period


Wacky's recovery took longer than expected because his lymphatic system is still healing. Two bacterias were found in his lymphatic system; as a result he's been regularly taking antibiotic and will be under observation by the doctors in one month. In the meantime, his stay in the ward is extended. Nevertheless, the family is confident that he will get better and with God's grace he will be reunited to his loved ones in the Philippines soon.