A newborn is diagnosed with biliary atresia. What is the long-term treatment for this disorder?
a. Immunoglobulins
b. Liver transplant
c. Bone marrow transplant
d. Dietary modifications
ANS: B
The treatment for biliary atresia is liver transplant. Long-term treatment for biliary atresia is not associated with immunoglobulins, bone marrow transplant, or dietary modifications.
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