Liver CT Appearances

Gallbladder Carcinoma CT Findings

• Large gallbladder mass that replaces or nearly fills the lumen
• Hypodense
• Irregular enhancement
• Can involve only a focal segment of the gallbladder
• Can simulate inflammation

Other Information About Gallbladder Carcinoma

Etiology:

• History of chronic gallbladder inflammation, polyps, gallstones, and other gallbladder issues

Epidemiology:

• More common in females
• Typically presents in patients over 65 years of age

Presentation:

• Typically asymptomatic
• Abdominal pain
• Jaundice
• Palpable mass
• Abdominal distension
• Weight loss

Prognosis:

• 5-year relative survival rates are:
  • Localized: 69%
  • Regional: 28%
  • Distant: 3%
  • All SEER stages combined: 20%