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(C32.1) Malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
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1 921 558 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: supraglottis confirmed
311 461 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
16% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: supraglottis is diagnosed Men are 78.68% more likely than Women
1 716 737
Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
281 461 (16.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
30 000 (14.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: supraglottis - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-24
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 25-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: supraglottis - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the supraglottis is a cancer that originates in the tissues of the supraglottis, which is the area of the larynx above the vocal cords. it is usually caused by mutations in the cells of the supraglottis that cause them to grow and divide uncontrollably, forming a tumor.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: supraglottis
Malignant neoplasm of the supraglottis is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the region of the supraglottis. this can be due to genetic mutations, virus infections, or exposure to environmental carcinogens. the abnormal cells grow and divide rapidly, forming a mass that invades and destroys the surrounding healthy tissue. if left untreated, the tumor can spread to other areas of the body, leading to further complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination and imaging studies
- Endoscopic examination
- Biopsy
- Blood tests
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- PET scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the size of the malignant neoplasm in the supraglottis and prevent its spread.
- Surgery to remove the malignant neoplasm
- Radiation therapy to shrink the tumor
- Chemotherapy to stop the growth of the tumor
- Targeted drug therapy to reduce the size of the tumor
- Immunotherapy to stimulate the immune system to fight the cancer cells
- Clinical trials to explore new treatments
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: supraglottis - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasms of the supraglottis is to practice healthy lifestyle habits such as not smoking, avoiding exposure to environmental carcinogens, and maintaining a healthy diet. additionally, regular medical checkups and screenings can help detect any abnormalities of the supraglottis early on, which can lead to early diagnosis and treatment.