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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

Gallbladder Carcinoma CT Findings

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 rate is about 20%

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