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Causes
The incidence of gallbladder cancer is increased for females and Native Americans, and for patients that have gallbladder polyps.
It can be difficult to diagnose because it generally causes no symptoms in its early stages. Symptoms can mimic other biliary or pancreatic diseases such as:
It is a unique cancer that requires careful assessment and management at a center that is experienced in treating diseases of the biliary tract.
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