Gallbladder Cancer

Gallbladder cancer is a rare form of cancer that starts in the gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ located below the liver. It often begins in the inner lining of the gallbladder and can spread to nearby organs or lymph nodes.

Treatment name Cost range

Gallbladder Cancer Treatment Rs.310800 to Rs.414400

Chemotherapy Rs.44400 to Rs.59200

Gallbladder cancer treatment involves a multidisciplinary approach, and a team of healthcare professionals may be involved in the patient's care, including:

Surgical oncologist: A surgical oncologist specializes in the surgical treatment of cancer. They perform procedures such as gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) and lymph node dissection.

Medical oncologist: A medical oncologist specializes in the medical management of cancer. They may ov

Gallbladder cancer treatment may involve the use of different technologies and techniques, including:

Minimally invasive surgery: Laparoscopic or robotic-assisted surgery may be employed for gallbladder removal and lymph node dissection. These techniques involve smaller incisions, specialized instruments, and magnified visualization, leading to reduced trauma, quicker recovery, and shorter hospital stays.

Radiation therapy: Advanced radiation therapy techniques, such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) or stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), may be used

to precisely target and deliver radiation to the tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.

- Chemotherapy: Different chemotherapy agents or targeted therapies may be utilized, depending on the stage and characteristics of the cancer. These drugs can be administered orally, intravenously, or directly into the tumor site.

- Interventional radiology procedures: Image-guided procedures, such as percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) or biliary stenting, may be performed to relieve symptoms related to bile duct obstruction or to assist in the delivery of chemotherapy agents.

- Genetic testing: In some cases, genetic testing may be recommended to identify specific gene mutations or alterations that could impact treatment decisions or prognosis.