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What Is The Survival Rate With Jaundice And Klatskin Tumor?

My mother-in-law has Klatskin tumor. She has had 3 stents and now her count is just elevated without blockage. She started turning jaundice last week. How long can she survive? There seems to be no option available to her at this point. Can she live months or are we talking days and weeks being jaundice?
Mon, 27 Apr 2015
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Klatskin tumor is cholangiocarcinoma at the confluence of the hepatic ducts and common hepatic duct above the level of cystic duct.
It causes obstructive jaundice.

Stenting / bypass are palliative options.
Actually surgical resection is possible only in 5% cases.
Condition has got 90% mortality in one year.

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

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What Is The Survival Rate With Jaundice And Klatskin Tumor?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Klatskin tumor is cholangiocarcinoma at the confluence of the hepatic ducts and common hepatic duct above the level of cystic duct. It causes obstructive jaundice. Stenting / bypass are palliative options. Actually surgical resection is possible only in 5% cases. Condition has got 90% mortality in one year. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Regards.