Health Dictionary
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Bile duct cyst history and symptoms
Introduction
Overview
Overview
History and Symptoms
Most of them present in 1st year of life; adult presentation is rare and usually at this stage is associated with complication.
Classic triad (listed below) is found only in minority of patients:
A hepatic cyst may be present, as may short stature. A fever of unknown origin may be observed. Pancreatitis may be present.
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