Debate: pros and cons of surveillance for cholangiocarcinoma in patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis.

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All Authors

Vithayathil, M.
Knott, V.
Rowe, I.A.
Khan, S.A.

LTHT Author

Knott, Victoria
Rowe, Ian

LTHT Department

Abdominal Medicine & Surgery
Liver Unit
Doctors' Rotation
Hepatology

Non Medic

Publication Date

2025

Item Type

Review

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Abstract

Surveillance for cholangiocarcinoma in patients living with large-duct primary sclerosing cholangitis with the aim of diagnosing these cancers early and allowing potentially curative treatment, is suggested in international guidelines. The evidence supporting this approach is limited and this debate presents arguments in favour and against surveillance for cholangiocarcinoma.

Journal

Frontline Gastroenterology