DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(C17.8) Malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
More details coming soon
360 815 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine confirmed
102 375 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
28% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine is diagnosed Men are 14.31% more likely than Women
206 231
Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
56 157 (27.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
154 584
Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
46 218 (29.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-24, 30-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 25-29, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-19
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 20-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm is a type of cancer which can occur in the small intestine when cells begin to grow abnormally and form a mass of tissue called a tumor. in this case, the tumor is an overlapping lesion, which means that two or more tumors have grown together. the cause of malignant neoplasms is unknown, but they can be caused by genetic mutations, environmental factors, or a combination of both.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine
Malignant neoplasm of the small intestine is caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells that can invade and destroy nearby tissue. this can be caused by genetic mutations, exposure to carcinogens, or other factors that cause cells to divide and grow at an accelerated rate. this can lead to the formation of malignant tumors, which can grow and spread to other parts of the body. overlapping lesions occur when multiple tumors are present in the same area of the small intestine. this can cause a variety of symptoms, including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Biopsy
- Imaging Tests such as X-ray, CT scan, MRI, or PET scan
- Blood Tests
- Tissue Sampling
- Stool Sample Tests
- Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size of the neoplasm and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormone therapy
- Stem cell transplant
- Clinical trials
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: overlapping lesion of small intestine - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the small intestine is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, and getting regular medical check-ups. early detection of any abnormal growths in the small intestine is essential for successful treatment and prevention of malignant neoplasm.