(C34.1) Malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung

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17 178 578 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung confirmed
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6 135 411 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung
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36% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung

Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung is diagnosed Men are 41.57% more likely than Women

12 159 846

Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung

4 302 547 (35.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung

1 832 864 (36.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung - Men and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung - what does this mean

Malignant neoplasm of the upper lobe, bronchus, or lung occurs when abnormal cells in the lung tissue grow and divide uncontrollably, forming a tumor. this tumor can spread to other parts of the body and can be life-threatening.

What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung

Malignant neoplasm of the upper lobe, bronchus or lung is caused by an abnormal growth of cells in the airway or lung tissue. this growth is usually caused by genetic changes in the cells, which can be caused by environmental factors such as smoking, radiation, or exposure to certain chemicals. these changes can cause the cells to grow and divide uncontrollably, forming a mass that can invade and destroy nearby tissue. the cancer cells can also spread to other parts of the body, causing secondary tumors.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Malignant neoplasm: upper lobe, bronchus or lung - Prevention

The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the upper lobe, bronchus or lung is to avoid smoking, reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, and limit exposure to air pollution. additionally, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and getting regular medical checkups can help reduce the risk of developing this type of cancer.