20. Cholangiocarcinoma - Gross
Cholangiocarcinoma of the liver creates a marked desmoplastic or fibrotic response in the tissues surrounding the tumor. This creates broad, tan, yellow, retracted scars evident on both the outer surface and the cut sections of the liver. Note the liver is not cirrhotic, although it is bile stained. What are the risk factors associated with cholangiocarcinoma? Answer

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