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(C34.3) Malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
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17 178 578 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung confirmed
6 135 411 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
36% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung is diagnosed Men are 41.57% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
4 302 547 (35.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
1 832 864 (36.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the lower lobe, bronchus or lung is a form of cancer that occurs when abnormal cells in the lower lobe, bronchus or lung divide and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass or tumor. the abnormal cells may invade and destroy nearby tissue and spread to other parts of the body.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung
Malignant neoplasm of the lower lobe, bronchus or lung is caused by abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the lower lung, bronchus or lung tissue. this is typically caused by genetic mutations in the cells that allow them to grow and divide uncontrollably, leading to the formation of a tumor. these mutations can be caused by a variety of factors, including exposure to carcinogens such as tobacco smoke, radiation, and certain types of viruses.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- CT scan of the chest
- Bronchoscopy
- Sputum cytology
- Lung biopsy
- Thoracoscopy
- PET scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the size of the tumor and prevent it from spreading.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiation therapy to shrink the tumor
- Chemotherapy to kill any remaining cancer cells
- Immunotherapy to stimulate the immune system to fight cancer cells
- Targeted therapy to block the growth and spread of cancer cells
- Clinical trials to test new treatments
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: lower lobe, bronchus or lung - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasms of the lower lobe, bronchus, or lung is to avoid smoking, limit exposure to secondhand smoke, and reduce exposure to air pollution. in addition, maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle, including regular exercise and avoiding exposure to hazardous chemicals, can help reduce the risk of developing this type of cancer.