Can ct detect bile duct cancer?

CT examination can be used as an important tool for the diagnosis of cholangiocarcinoma, but it needs to be combined with other examination methods for comprehensive judgment.

Cholangiocarcinoma is a malignant tumor that occurs in the bile duct. Early symptoms are usually hidden and easy to be ignored, such as jaundice, abdominal pain or weight loss. CT (computed tomography) is a technology widely used in medical imaging. Through X-ray imaging, the abnormal morphology of the bile duct can be clearly seen, which is particularly helpful for assessing the size, location and spread of the tumor.

The main function of CT is to provide clear images, such as whether the bile duct is narrowed, blocked or has a mass, and to assess the involvement of surrounding organs. However, it is usually unable to clearly determine the nature of the mass, that is, whether it is benign or malignant, and requires more comprehensive confirmation in combination with magnetic resonance cholangiography (MRCP), endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) or tumor marker tests such as CA19-9 and CEA. Sometimes, a tissue biopsy is required through ERCP (endoscopic retrograde pancreaticobiliary angiography) to confirm the final diagnosis.

If you have the above discomfort or your doctor suspects bile duct cancer, it is recommended that you go to a regular hospital as soon as possible to complete a detailed examination under the guidance of a specialist, and develop a targeted treatment plan after the diagnosis is confirmed. It is also particularly important to develop a healthy diet, control your weight, and avoid long-term chronic inflammation of the bile duct in daily life to prevent bile duct diseases.