Intestinal infections can change the composition of liver bile, leading to changes in immune function and gut bacteria, potentially helping fight off harmful bacteria Researchers have identified a ...

liver function, and overall well-being. As such, it is important to do regular check-ups to rule out the possibility of bile duct disorders. Read on to know more about disorders of the bile duct.

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You may receive chemotherapy before surgery to shrink a bile duct tumor. This is called neoadjuvant therapy. If you receive chemotherapy after surgery to destroy and cancer cells that may remain, it ...