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4th stage gallbladder carcinoma

2018-09-12 06:16:56
My father having 4th stage gallbladder carcinoma...is there any real hope for cure or at least to prolong the survival period ??? Is it really 6-8 months or there's any hope and treatment to prolong this ?? Doctors suggested to undergo palliative chemotherapy...pls show me a way to overcome this situation as soon as possible ..
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Gallbladder stage 4. No cure can be expected. With or without chemotherapy survival is about 6 months. If ur grandfather condition is not fit u can opt for no treatment also at least he will have some benefit of spending time at home. Plan: Best supportive care VS palliative chemotherapy.

Answered2018-09-12 07:35:59

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It depends on disease burden ..sites involved Histology and general condition.. Chemoresponsiveness.. Could not be commented on a public forum..
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please discuss with treating physician...

Answered2018-09-22 14:18:41

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Gall bladder cancers are difficult to treat, have seen your reports, palliative chemo seems to be the way for now

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