Biliary cancer Flashcards
1
Q
RF’s for biliary cancers
A
Gallstones, porcelain gallbladder, previous Salmonella infection, gallbladder polyps
2
Q
Presentation of gallbladder cancer
A
Usually asymptomatic
3
Q
How most gallbladder cancers are found
A
Half found incidentally during cholecystectomy
- Cholangiocarcinomas often present with symptoms of cholestasis due to biliary obstruction
