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(C25.0) Malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
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3 925 273 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas confirmed
1 780 136 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
45% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas is diagnosed Men are 4.25% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
911 507 (44.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
868 629 (46.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-9, 15-19, 25-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-24Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the head of the pancreas is a type of cancer that occurs when abnormal cells in the pancreas grow and divide uncontrollably, forming a tumor. these cancer cells can invade and damage nearby tissue and spread to other parts of the body.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas
Malignant neoplasm of the head of the pancreas is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the head of the pancreas. this growth is caused by mutations in the genetic material of the cells, which can be caused by environmental or genetic factors. the abnormal cells can invade and destroy the surrounding healthy tissue, and can also spread to other parts of the body.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: head of pancreas - Prevention
Prevention of malignant neoplasm of the head of the pancreas can be achieved by avoiding or reducing risk factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, poor diet, and obesity. it is also important to get regular screenings and early diagnosis to increase the chances of successful treatment.