Gallbladder cancer Treatment in Ahmedabad
Gallbladder cancer - Symptoms, Cause, Diagnosis, Treatment
What is Gallbladder cancer
Gallbladder cancer is a rare but serious malignancy that originates in the gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver.
Symptoms of Gallbladder cancer
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Abdominal pain
Particularly in the upper right abdomen.
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Jaundice
Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes.
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Nausea and vomiting
Especially if jaundice is present.
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weight loss
Significant and rapid.
Causes of Gallbladder cancer
Gallstones
People with a history of gallstones are at higher risk.
Chronic Inflammation
Conditions like chronic gallbladder inflammation or infection can increase risk.
Porcelain Gallbladder
A condition where the gallbladder wall becomes calcified.
Anomalous Pancreaticobiliary Duct Junction
A congenital abnormality where the pancreatic and bile ducts meet abnormally.
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Diagnosis of Gallbladder cancer
Imaging Tests
Ultrasound, CT scan, MRI to visualize the gallbladder and surrounding structures.
Biopsy
Removal of tissue for microscopic examination to confirm cancerous cells.
Blood Tests
Liver function tests to check for abnormalities due to bile duct obstruction.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Helps visualize and sometimes treat bile duct problems.
Gallbladder cancer Treatment in Ahmedabad
Surgery
- Main treatment is surgical removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) with or without part of the liver or nearby lymph nodes, depending on cancer stage.
Chemotherapy
- Sometimes used before or after surgery to shrink tumors or destroy remaining cancer cells.
Radiation Therapy
Targeted radiation to destroy cancer cells or reduce symptoms.
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Risk Factor of Gallbladder cancer
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Gallstones
The most significant risk factor; individuals with a history of gallstones have an increased risk.
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Age and Gender
More common in older adults and slightly more prevalent in women.
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Chronic Inflammation
Conditions such as chronic gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) increase risk.
Prevention of Gallbladder cancer
- Obesity is a risk factor.
- Treat gallstones promptly to reduce long-term inflammation.
- Smoking increases the risk of gallbladder cancer.
- Especially for individuals with a family history or other risk factors.
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Read All The Frequently Asked Questions About Gallbladder cancer
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Treatment depends on the stage of the cancer and the patient’s overall health. It typically involves surgery to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy), often combined with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. Clinical trials may also offer new treatment options.
Preventive measures include maintaining a healthy weight, managing gallstones promptly, avoiding smoking, and considering prophylactic surgery (cholecystectomy) in high-risk individuals. Regular medical check-ups can help detect any potential issues early.