Gallbladder Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Pathology?
A
Most are adenocarcinomas
2
Q
Signs and symptoms?
A
Incidental finding in cholecystectomy
Later jaundice, weight loss, palpable mass
3
Q
Investigations and findings?
A
LFTs - increased ALP
USS/CT for staging
4
Q
Management?
A
Palliative
5
Q
Complications?
A
Prognosis is less than a year