- An overview of the causes and symptoms of bile duct cancer
- A rundown of the procedures used to diagnose and treat bile duct cancer
- Details on alternative treatments, preventive measures, and prognosis
Definition
Bile duct cancer, or cholangiocarcinoma, is a malignant tumor of the bile ducts within the liver (intrahepatic), or leading from the liver to the small intestine (extrahepatic). It is a rare tumor with poor outcome for most patients.
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