Biliary Duct Granular Cell Tumor: A Rare But Surgically Curable Benign Tumor
1993
Biliary Duct Granular Cell Tumor: A Rare Benign Tumor
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): W. David Lewis, Joseph F. Buell, Roger L. Jenkins, Peter A. Burke
Primary Institution: Deaconess Hospital
Conclusion
Granular cell tumors of the biliary tree are rare but can be surgically cured if completely resected.
Supporting Evidence
- Granular cell tumors are rare, constituting only 1.1% of all benign tumors of the biliary tract.
- Forty-two cases of biliary duct granular cell tumors have been reported prior to this case.
- The majority of patients present with abdominal pain and jaundice.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare tumor in the bile duct that can be removed with surgery, and if done right, the patient can be completely cured.
Methodology
Case report of a 27-year-old female with a biliary duct granular cell tumor, including diagnostic imaging and surgical intervention.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
One 27-year-old white female.
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