A wide spectrum of disorders can affect the liver. This spectrum of acute and chronic liver diseases in children differs among populations from various parts of the world because of inherent differences in genetic and environmental factors. This review article provides a concise overview of important paediatric liver disorders prevalent in Singapore and discusses the epidemiology and outcomes of these conditions specific to our local context.
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