Bile duct cancer surgery: to cut or not to cut vessels?

NCT ID NCT07311798

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study reviews past medical records of 300 people who had surgery for hilar bile duct cancer, a rare and aggressive cancer. Researchers want to see if also removing nearby blood vessels during the operation helps patients live longer or causes more complications. The goal is to provide clearer guidance for surgeons and patients facing this difficult decision.

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