Alagille Syndrome Clinical Care Program
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Children with Alagille syndrome can face many complications from this inherited liver disease. The condition can affect the heart, eyes, bones, vascular system and other organs. Children with Alagille syndrome should be evaluated by a skilled multidisciplinary team that can provide diagnostic testing, genetic counseling, referrals to specialists and long-term follow-up care.
At Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), a team of physicians, nurses, staff and researchers offer a full range of services to children with Alagille syndrome and their families. Our researchers are actively investigating the underlying causes of the condition and recently identified another gene that causes Alagille. We are pursuing new therapies and treatments to help more children with Alagille cope with the complex issues associated with the disorder.
How we serve you
We offer a variety of specialized programs and clinical services to children with Alagille syndrome and their families.
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Meet your team
We serve one of the largest patient populations with Alagille syndrome in the world. Our team includes not only liver experts, but also experts in issues involving the heart, kidneys, bones and more.
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Our research
We conduct laboratory and clinical research that has the potential to change lives. Our team is looking at the underlying genetic causes of Alagille syndrome and actively investigating new treatments and therapies to help children.
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Alagille family resources
We have gathered a list of web resources related to Alagille syndrome to better educate and support your family.
Your donation changes lives
A gift of any size helps us make life-saving breakthroughs for children everywhere.
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