Gallbladder Cancer Treatment & Surgery | Dr. Ashok Kumar

Gallbladder Cancer Treatment & Surgery

Expert Surgical Oncology by Dr. Ashok Kumar, MCh SGPGI

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What is Gallbladder Cancer?

Gallbladder cancer is a rare but aggressive malignancy. Often diagnosed at advanced stages due to lack of early symptoms. Risk factors include gallstones, chronic inflammation, and obesity. Dr. Ashok Kumar specializes in comprehensive surgical management including extended cholecystectomy with hepatic resection when indicated.

Symptoms & Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

  • Abdominal pain in right upper quadrant
  • Jaundice
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Weight loss
  • Abdominal mass

Risk Factors

  • Gallstones (cholelithiasis)
  • Chronic cholecystitis
  • Obesity
  • Age over 65
  • Female gender

Diagnosis

Imaging: Ultrasound, CT, MRI cholangiopancreatography. Labs: Liver function tests, CA 19-9. Staging: Determines surgical approach and prognosis. Early diagnosis rare; most cases advanced at presentation.

Surgical Treatment

Extended Cholecystectomy

Standard treatment removes gallbladder plus surrounding tissue, lymph nodes, and sometimes liver segments for complete tumor resection. Dr. Ashok Kumar performs this complex surgery with expertise in hepatic resection techniques.

Dr. Ashok Kumar: MCh SGPGI, FRCS, FACS. Expert in advanced surgical oncology including hepatic resection and complex biliary surgery.

Outcomes & Prognosis

Prognosis depends on stage and resectability. Complete resection offers best outcomes. Median survival ranges from 12-24 months depending on stage at diagnosis. Early detection through screening high-risk patients improves outcomes.

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Dr. Ashok Kumar

Surgical Gastroenterologist

  • MCh - SGPGI
  • FRCS
  • FACS
  • 25+ Years
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