(D29.2) Benign neoplasm: testis

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150 008 in individuals diagnosis benign neoplasm: testis confirmed

18 513 deaths with diagnosis benign neoplasm: testis

12% mortality rate associated with the disease benign neoplasm: testis

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis benign neoplasm: testis is diagnosed Men are 98.42% more likely than Women

148 821

Men receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: testis

18 513 (12.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

1 187

Women receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: testis

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease benign neoplasm: testis - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 15-19

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-39, 45-49, 55-59, 65-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 40-44, 50-54, 60-64

Disease Features benign neoplasm: testis

Absence or low individual and public risk

Benign neoplasm: testis - what does this mean

Benign neoplasm of the testis is a condition in which abnormal cells grow and divide in an uncontrolled manner, forming a mass or tumor in the testis. this type of growth is usually non-cancerous, but it can cause pain, swelling, and other symptoms in the affected area.

What happens during the disease - benign neoplasm: testis

Benign neoplasm of the testis is caused by abnormal cell growth in the testicular tissue, usually resulting from genetic mutations or environmental factors. this abnormal cell growth can form a tumor, which may be benign or malignant. benign tumors are usually not life-threatening, but can cause symptoms such as pain, swelling, or a lump in the testis. treatment may involve surgery to remove the tumor, or in some cases, the tumor may be monitored with regular follow-up visits.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the testis
Ultrasound of the testis
Blood tests for tumor markers
CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis
MRI of the testis
Biopsy of the testis

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treat Benign neoplasm: Testis

Surgery to remove the tumor
Chemotherapy to shrink the tumor
Radiation therapy to destroy the tumor cells
Hormone therapy to reduce the effects of hormones on the tumor
Immunotherapy to stimulate the body's immune system to fight the tumor
Gene therapy to alter the genes in the tumor cells

6 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Benign neoplasm: testis - Prevention

Benign neoplasm of the testis can be prevented through regular self-examinations of the testicles, which can help detect any abnormalities or changes in size or shape. additionally, wearing loose-fitting underwear can help to prevent testicular overheating, which has been linked to the development of benign neoplasms.

Specified forms of the disease

(B71.0) Hymenolepiasis
(B71.1) Dipylidiasis
(B71.8) Other specified cestode infections
(B71.9) Cestode infection, unspecified

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