Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer) Survival Rate

The cholangiocarcinoma survival rate is a general way of describing an “average” patient’s prognosis. Of course, because no patient is average, the survival rate is at best an educated guess based on many different past results.

After receiving a bile cancer diagnosis, some patients are interested in learning about the survival rate for the condition. In some instances, this information can be helpful as a patient copes and plans ahead. However, it’s important to keep in mind that the best source of information is a physician who is familiar with a patient’s case and can explain the information relating to the general cholangiocarcinoma survival rate within a proper context.

When determining a patient’s prognosis, a physician will take into account a number of factors that could potentially affect the bile duct cancer and its treatment outcomes. Many of these factors are unaccounted for in the general cholangiocarcinoma survival rate. For instance, when assessing a patient’s outlook, a physician will evaluate:

• The type and location of the cancer
• The stage of the cancer at the time of diagnosis
• The extent of cancer spread
• The patient’s overall health condition
• The type of treatments received, and the cancer’s response to those treatments

To be clear, both the cholangiocarcinoma survival rate and a patient’s individual prognosis are indicators of what is likely to happen. However, there is no way to accurately predict what will happen with any degree of certainty.

With that said, there are steps a patient can take to improve his or her long-term health, wellness and outcome. At Moffitt Cancer Center, our multispecialty team of bile cancer experts not only offers the latest advances in cholangiocarcinoma treatment options, but also can provide supportive care to help a patient make positive lifestyle changes, such as eating healthier and exercising, to help lower the risk of bile duct cancer progression or recurrence.

If you’d like to learn more about the cholangiocarcinoma survival rate, the bile duct cancer experts at Moffitt can explain this information in the proper context and help you take appropriate steps to achieve the best possible outcome. Call 1-888-663-3488 or complete a new patient registration form online. We see patients with and without referrals.