Bile Duct Cancer | Cholangiocarcinoma - Glossary

Dr. Simi Paknikar

Written by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD , Madhumathi Palaniappan

Dr. Sunil Shroff

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond)

Last Updated on Nov 01, 2016

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Glossary

Cancer: Abnormal growth of cells that can spread to other organs

Gastroenterologist: A specialist who treats digestive tract problems

Jaundice: Yellowish discoloration of skin and mucous membranes. Jaundice indicates liver disease

Primary Sclerosis Cholangitis: Condition characterized by inflammation of the bile ducts followed by scarring

Prognosis: The outcome of a disease

Surgical oncologist: A surgeon who treats cancers

Published on Feb 09, 2016
Last Updated on Nov 01, 2016

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