Which department should I visit for high bilirubin levels?
Oct 08, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Introduction
If elevated bilirubin is caused by intrahepatic or extrahepatic cholestasis, relevant examinations and corresponding treatments should be conducted at the gastroenterology department of a hospital. If increased bilirubin results from congenital jaundice in children or hepatogenic jaundice, pediatric consultation and treatment are required. If elevated bilirubin is due to biliary stones or tumors in the ampullary region, evaluation and treatment should be carried out in the hepatobiliary surgery department.
Elevated bilirubin levels require visiting relevant medical departments such as gastroenterology, pediatrics, or hepatobiliary surgery at a hospital, depending on individual circumstances.
1. Department of Gastroenterology
If elevated bilirubin is caused by intrahepatic or extrahepatic cholestasis, patients should visit the gastroenterology department for appropriate examinations and treatments. Additionally, conditions such as common bile duct stones or tumors can be evaluated in this department, followed by procedures like bile duct stone removal or biliary stent placement to improve bilirubin levels.
2. Department of Pediatrics
In children, elevated bilirubin due to congenital jaundice, hepatogenic jaundice, or hemolysis requires evaluation and treatment in the pediatric department. After identifying the exact cause, an appropriate treatment plan can be determined.
3. Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery
If elevated bilirubin results from bile duct stones or tumors in the ampullary region, patients should undergo evaluation in the hepatobiliary surgery department. When surgical indications are present, surgical intervention may be recommended.
There are many potential causes of elevated bilirubin. Patients should consult the hospital's information desk to determine the most suitable department based on their specific condition.
