Che significa via biliari?
Che significa via biliari?
Le vie biliari formano un architettato sistema di trasporto della bile. Questo liquido, prodotto dalle cellule del fegato e convogliato nelle vie biliari in vasi di calibro crescente, viene concentrato nella cistifellea ed infine riversato nell'intestino tenue per favorire la digestione dei lipidi alimentari.
Where is cholangiocarcinoma located in the body?
- Hilar cholangiocarcinoma occurs in the bile ducts just outside of the liver. This type is also called perihilar cholangiocarcinoma. Distal cholangiocarcinoma occurs in the portion of the bile duct nearest the small intestine.
What is a hilar cholangiocarcinoma?
- Hilar cholangiocarcinoma are usually firm, intramural, annular tumors that encircle the bile duct, or may be bulky hard masses that are on the duct or hilar region and extend into the liver. They may also appear as a spongy friable mass in the lumen of the bile duct.
Is cholangiocarcinoma hereditary?
- In most cases of cholangiocarcinoma, these genetic changes are acquired during a person's lifetime and are present only in the bile duct cells that give rise to the tumor. The genetic changes, which are called somatic mutations, are not inherited.
How can I reduce my risk of cholangiocarcinoma?
- But you may reduce your risk of the disease if you: Stop smoking. Smoking is linked to an increased risk of cholangiocarcinoma. Reduce your risk of liver disease. Chronic liver disease is associated with an increased risk of cholangiocarcinoma.
