(C26.0) Malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified

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313 837 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified confirmed
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283 351 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified
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90% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified

Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified is diagnosed Women are 1.61% more likely than Men

154 395

Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified

120 112 (77.8 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified

163 239 (102.4 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-24
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 25-95+

Disease Features malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified - what does this mean

Malignant neoplasms of the intestinal tract, part unspecified, occur when normal cells in the intestinal tract undergo changes in their dna, resulting in uncontrolled cell growth and the formation of a tumor. this type of cancer can spread to other parts of the body, and is usually treated with surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.

What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified

Malignant neoplasm of the intestinal tract is caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the intestinal tract. this abnormal growth is typically caused by damage to the dna of the cells, which leads to mutations in the genes that control cell growth and division. these mutations cause the cells to divide and grow in an uncontrolled manner, forming a tumor. the tumor can then spread to other parts of the body, resulting in a malignancy.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Complete physical examination
  • Abdominal imaging (CT scan, MRI, ultrasound)
  • Upper endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Biopsy of suspicious areas
  • Blood tests
  • Stool tests
  • Tumor marker tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of treatment: To reduce the size of the tumor and prevent it from spreading.
  • Surgery to remove the tumor
  • Chemotherapy to kill cancer cells
  • Radiation therapy to shrink the tumor
  • Immunotherapy to boost the body’s immune system
  • Targeted therapy to attack specific cancer cells
  • Hormone therapy to stop the hormones that feed the tumor
  • Stem cell transplant to replace damaged cells
  • Clinical trials to test new treatments
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20 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Malignant neoplasm: intestinal tract, part unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent malignant neoplasms of the intestinal tract, part unspecified, is to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption. additionally, regular screenings and check-ups with a healthcare provider can help to detect precancerous lesions or early signs of cancer, allowing for timely treatment.