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Klatskin tumor
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Overview
Klatskin tumors are tumors that affect the upper part of the bile duct where it divides to enter the right and left parts of the liver. One or both sides may be affected. Individuals with Klatskin tumors often present with jaundice and/or abnormal liver tests. Treatment may involve surgical removal of the tumor. Not all tumors can be removed. Prognosis for cases that cannot be removed (non-resectable tumors) is poor.[1][2]
References
- Bile Duct (Cholangiocarcinoma) Cancer. American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/BileDuctCancer/DetailedGuide/. Accessed July 15, 2011.
- Darwin PE, Kennedy AS, Bonheur JL. Cholangiocarcinoma. eMedicine. http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/277393-overview. Accessed July 15, 2011.
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