Gall bladder cancer: proposal for a modification of the TNM classification

Gall bladder cancer is the commonest biliary tract malignancy. The TNM classification of AJCC-UICC is the most widely accepted and most commonly used system for staging. We propose some modifications in the existing classification and recommend guidelines for management based on the stage of the dis...

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Published in:European journal of surgical oncology 1998-12, Vol.24 (6), p.487-491
Main Authors: Kapoor, V.K., Sonawane, R.N., Haribhakti, S.P., Sikora, S.S., Saxena, R., Kaushik, S.P.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Biological and medical sciences
gall bladder neoplasms
Gallbladder Neoplasms - classification
Gallbladder Neoplasms - pathology
Gastroenterology. Liver. Pancreas. Abdomen
Humans
Liver. Biliary tract. Portal circulation. Exocrine pancreas
Medical sciences
Neoplasm Staging
Tumors
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Summary:Gall bladder cancer is the commonest biliary tract malignancy. The TNM classification of AJCC-UICC is the most widely accepted and most commonly used system for staging. We propose some modifications in the existing classification and recommend guidelines for management based on the stage of the disease.
ISSN:0748-7983
1532-2157
DOI:10.1016/S0748-7983(98)93212-7