Gallbladder Cancer

Gallbladder cancer is a cancerous tumor that arises in the gallbladder wall. The gallbladder is a storage sac located under the liver and produces bile. Bile is secreted into the small intestine to facilitate digestion.

Gallbladder cancer is a rare type of cancer and is often not diagnosed at an early stage. Its symptoms can be symptoms that can often be associated with other health problems, such as abdominal pain, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice.

Risk factors include inflammatory gallbladder disease, gallstones, obesity, diabetes, liver disease, and family history.

Gallbladder cancer treatment may vary depending on the stage and location of the cancer, and the patient’s general health. Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Treatment for gallbladder cancer usually begins with surgery, and this may include removal of the tumor or removal of the entire gallbladder. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can be used before or after surgery. The treatment plan is personalized according to the patient’s condition and determined by a specialist healthcare team.

Gallbladder Cancer Treatment Methods

Gallbladder cancer treatment options may vary depending on the stage and location of the cancer, and the patient’s general health. Gallbladder cancer treatment methods may include:

Surgical intervention: Surgery to remove gallbladder cancer is the main method of treatment. During the surgical intervention, it is aimed to completely remove the tumor and control the surrounding tissues. If gallbladder cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, surgical intervention may be sufficient.
Radiotherapy: Radiotherapy is the use of high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells. In the treatment of gallbladder cancer, radiotherapy can be used before or after surgery. Radiotherapy can help prevent the spread of cancer.
Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to destroy cancer cells. In the treatment of gallbladder cancer, chemotherapy can be used before or after surgery. Chemotherapy can help prevent cancer from coming back.
Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy is a type of treatment designed to activate your immune system to fight cancer cells. In the treatment of gallbladder cancer, immunotherapy can be used in combination with other treatments.

The treatment plan is personalized according to the patient’s condition and determined by a specialist healthcare team. In the treatment of gallbladder cancer, diagnosis in the early stages is important, so regular health screenings and a healthy lifestyle are important to reduce the risk of cancer.

Prof. Dr. Erşan AYGÜN

General Surgery Specialist

Bakırköy/ İstanbul

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