Monothematic Conference on Biliary Atresia

January 29 - January 31, 2026
Vienna, Austria

General Information

Biliary atresia, albeit rare poses the highest burden in pediatric hepatology and is the leading cause of pediatric liver transplant worldwide. The etiology and pathogenesis are not known and the disease possesses diagnosis challenges as well as treatment challenges.

This monothematic conference will examine the latest research related to biliary atresia pathogenesis, diagnosis, pipeline treatments and future therapeutic approaches.

This course will give an overview of what we know and we don't know about biliary atresia - a multidisciplinary approach to the most common indication for liver transplantation in children.

The 2 day program covers aspects of disease etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis and management.

Application & Fees


Participation fees:

EUR 250 non-members
EUR 200 Full members
EUR 150 Trainee members

Deadline: TBC

Applicants need to submit a current CV, a motivational letter and an abstract . The number of applicants is limited and delegates will be selected by the organizers after the application deadline.

Kindly use the online application form on this page. Applications by email cannot be accepted. If you experience any issues with the online application tool, please contact office@espghan.org. Priority will be given to ESPGHAN Members. 
ESPGHAN Members may attend two courses per year and non-members may attend one course before becoming members of the society. 

Please do not make travel arrangements before receipt of a formal confirmation of acceptance from the ESPGHAN Office.

Delegates are expected to attend the full course and arrange their travel according to the course schedule. 

The course language is English.

Preliminary Programme

Day 01

TBC

Day 02

TBC

DAY 3

TBC

Cost Coverage

 

ESPGHAN will cover the following for international delegates:

  • up to 2 night accommodation in a pre-arranged hotel (organised by ESPGHAN)
  • pre-arranged dinners and socials
  • catering throughout the course
  • congress material

Disclaimer

Please be aware that ESPGHAN will be taking photos and/or videos at this event. By registering and attending th is course you acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions. Details of the disclaimer will be attached to your notification email. Please contact office@espghan.org if you have any questions or concerns.

CONTACT

If you have any questions, please contact the ESPGHAN Office for details.
Phone: +41 (0)22 9000 401
Email: office@espghan.org