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Cholangiocarcinoma

Cholangiocarcinoma Cholangiocarcinoma is the most common cancer arising from the bile ducts. It can occur at the liver hilum, in the lower common bile duct, or within the intrahepatic bile ducts. Among these, hilar cholangiocarcinoma is the most frequent type.   Risk Factors for Cholangiocarcinoma: Choledochal cyst Infection with Clonorchis sinensis Hepaticolithiasis (stones in the

Pancreatic Tumors

Pancreatic Tumors   Understanding Pancreatic Tumors: Tumors in the pancreas can be non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant). They are generally grouped into three main categories: adenocarcinomas, neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), and cystic neoplasms. 1. Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma: This is the most common and often the most serious type of pancreatic cancer. Risk Factors: Factors that increase the

Pancreatic Pseudocyst

Pancreatic Pseudocyst A Pancreatic Pseudocyst is essentially a collection of fluid and debris that forms near or around the pancreas. While they can happen after a severe episode of acute pancreatitis, they are much more common in people with chronic pancreatitis.   What are the Symptoms? Many pseudocysts are small and cause no trouble, but

Pancreatic Stones

Pancreatic Stones   Pancreatic Stones(Chronic Pancreatitis):   What is Pancreatic Stones? Pancreatic stones are calcifications in the pancreatic duct due to chronic inflammation.   Symptoms: Recurrent abdominal pain Nausea, vomiting Fatty stools (malabsorption)   Diagnosis: CT or MRI Endoscopic Ultrasound   Treatment: Endoscopic: ERCP stone removal, ESWL for large stones Surgical: Pancreaticojejunostomy or resection if

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