In 2015, 10,910 new cases diagnosed with gallbladder cancer (American Cancer Society, 2015).
Gallbladder cancer is a rare disease that starts in the cells of the inner layer of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small pouch that lies under the liver on the right side of the body. The gallbladder is not a vital organ – the body can function without it. If the gallbladder needs to be removed, there are no serious long-term effects (Canadian Cancer Society Cancer Encyclopedia).
For additional information about gallbladder cancer, please go to the Canadian Cancer Society Cancer Encyclopedia.
There are currently no gallbladder cancer international organizations at this time. We will continue to add resources as they become available. If you know of any organizations, please email us at info@survivornet.ca.
You may find helpful websites and chat rooms on the Internet where you can find additional information about gallbladder cancer and connect with other patients and survivors.