When you or a loved one receives a diagnosis of cancer, it is important to find an expert right away who will help assess the situation and develop the best treatment plan possible for the patient. Understanding hepatobiliary malignancies and what they are will allow you to get the information you need to begin the treatment process and get on the road to recovery.
What Are Hepatobiliary Malignancies?
Hepatobiliary malignancies refer to cancers in the gallbladder, bile duct and liver. All these structures are connected since bile salts, important in the digestion of food is made by the liver, stored in the gallbladder and then travels through the bile duct to the intestines.
Similar to liver cancer surgery offers the best chance for cure for both gallbladder and bile duct cancer. These operations can be complex and require special expertise. Fortunately less invasive approaches are now used to remove these cancer.
Having an expert on your side is essential in your fight against hepatobiliary malignancies. Dr. Anton Bilchik, Professor of Surgery at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in California, specializes in the treatment of these types of cancers. This includes minimally invasive surgical techniques, as well as pre-surgical and post-surgical therapies, such as radiation and chemotherapy designed to inhibit the growth and spread of the cancer. Dr. Bilchik works with a team of specialists to create a personalized plan for each patient.
