Cholangiocarcinoma is a cancer of the bile ducts. It often presents late and is linked to liver disease and infections, with treatment focusing on palliation and, in some cases, surgical resection or chemotherapy.
Sydney Towle, a 26-year-old influencer known for sharing her cancer journey on TikTok, has died after a three-year battle with cholangiocarcinoma. Her family announced the death on social media, with posts describing her as a beloved daughter, sister and friend who used her platform to raise awareness of rare cancers and advocate for self-advocacy.