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Gallbladder Cancer Learning Center

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Cancer of the gallbladder is cancer of the pear-shaped organ that lies on the undersurface of the liver.Bile from the liver is funneled into the gallbladder by way of the cystic duct. Between meals, the gallbladder stor...

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Symptoms
Gallstones are the most significant risk factor for the development of gallbladder cancer. Roughly 75 to 90 percent o...
Causes
Gallstones are the most significant risk factor for the development of gallbladder cancer. Roughly 75 to 90 percent o...
Tests
Gallbladder cancer is often misdiagnosed because it mimics other more common conditions, such as gallstones, cholecys...
Treatments
Staging of gallbladder cancer is determined by the how far the cancer has spread. The effectiveness of treatment decl...
Alternative Therapies
When long-term survival is not likely, the focus of therapy shifts to improving quality of life. Jaundice and blockag...
Complications
After the removal of the gallbladder, patients may experience a temporary change in bowel habits. The bowel movement...

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