Recurrent Cholangiocarcinoma: Case Report and Literature Review

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A: Good

Abstract & Keywords

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Goal

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Structure

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Tools and Methods

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Discussion & Conclusion

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Comments: The discussion gives an overview of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (I-CCA) followed by its origin and global occurrence. Further, the authors highlighted the prognosis of the patients with I-CCA and discussed the several risk factors linked to I-CCA. The diagnostic procedure and methods for the management of recurrent cholangiocarcinoma conditions are thoroughly discussed. The conclusion put forth the need for the identification of aggressive surgical practices for recurrent I-CCA. Lastly, the authors suggest that surgical indication for recurrent I-CCA should be individualized and done after interdisciplinary consideration in specialized centers.

Literature

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Author's knowledge

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Length

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Figures & Tables

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Writing style

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Further comments on the paper

Comments: The manuscript presents a case report of a 56-year-old female patient with local recurrence after 1.5 years post-resection treated surgically. The report thoroughly illustrates the diagnosis of recurrent Cholangiocarcinoma, its treatment procedure and the management of the disease.

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