Cholangiocarcinoma associated with pregnancy

Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare and aggressive malignant neoplasm with an average life expectancy of 3–6 months after diagnosis. The incidence of the disease is 0,58 per 100,000 population. Early symptoms, such as discomfort and decreased appetite, are nonspecific, while late stages are characterized by mechanical jaundice in 90% of cases. This article discusses a case of cholangiocarcinoma diagnosed in a 37-year-old patient during the postpartum period. The discussion emphasizes the difficulties in diagnosing this malignant neoplasm, especially during pregnancy. The low incidence of the disease and the variety of causes of mechanical jaundice complicate early diagnosis, often leading to the identification of the disease at terminal stages. To improve outcomes, increased attention from healthcare professionals to oncological diseases in pregnant women is necessary.