Surgery for bile duct cancer

Some people may be able to have surgery to remove bile duct cancer. There are different operations for the different types of bile duct cancer.

You have a pre assessment and some tests before your operation. This is to make sure you are well enough for surgery and know how to prepare for it.

On the day of your operation the ward staff make sure you are ready for surgery. You also talk with your surgeon and anaesthetist.

After surgery you will have some tubes and drains in. Your healthcare team will help you to get up and tell you when you can eat and drink again.

There is a risk of problems (complications) after any operation. Possible complications include infections, blood clots, bleeding and a bile leak.