Effect of Kasai procedure on liver transplantation in children with biliary atresia: a systematic review and updated meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Kasai procedure and liver transplantation are effective ways to save the life of children with biliary atresia (BA). However, with the gradual development of liver transplantation technology, scholars have questioned the necessity of the Kasai procedure. Therefore, we conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate the effect of previous Kasai procedures on liver transplantation in children with BA.

Methods

Seven databases were searched and screened from the establishment of the database to May 3, 2023. The data in the included literature were extracted for meta-analysis to compare the differences between the Kasai group and the non-Kasai group. Finally, a publication bias test, sensitivity analysis, subgroup analysis, and systematic review were performed.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Liu S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10839284 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature