What should be done for jaundice caused by liver metastasis of gallbladder cancer?
Disease description:
Six months ago, my grandfather was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer. Currently, the cancer has metastasized to the liver, causing severe jaundice. What should be done for jaundice caused by gallbladder cancer metastasis to the liver?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Chenggang
Jaundice caused by liver metastasis of gallbladder cancer results from tumor obstruction of the bile duct or impaired liver function, which prevents bilirubin from being metabolized and excreted normally, leading to its accumulation in the blood. In response to this situation, the following measures may be taken:
1. Biliary drainage: If the bile duct is blocked, placing a catheter to drain bile can help relieve jaundice symptoms.
2. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy: Use chemotherapy and radiotherapy to control cancer cell growth and spread, thereby reducing further damage to liver function.
3. Liver function support therapy: Support and protect liver function through medications and other means, slowing the progression of liver damage.
4. Nutritional support: Adjust the diet appropriately to increase nutrient intake and maintain normal liver function.
5. Pain management: Implement appropriate pain management strategies, such as administering analgesic medications, to improve patient comfort.
These measures should be conducted under a doctor's supervision, and the specific treatment plan must be formulated according to the patient's individual condition and the doctor's recommendations.
