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(C38.1) Malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
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341 634 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum confirmed
58 088 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
17% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum is diagnosed Men are 27.96% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
36 544 (16.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
21 544 (17.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the anterior mediastinum is a type of cancer that arises from the abnormal growth of cells in the tissue of the anterior mediastinum, which is a region of the chest cavity located between the lungs. this type of cancer can spread to other parts of the body and is usually treated with surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum
Malignant neoplasm of the anterior mediastinum is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the anterior mediastinum, a region located in the chest between the lungs. this type of cancer is caused by a mutation in the dna of the cells in the anterior mediastinum, which causes them to grow and divide abnormally. as the cells divide, they can form a tumor that can spread to other parts of the body. the exact cause of this mutation is unknown, but it is believed to be related to genetic and environmental factors. treatment for malignant neoplasm of the anterior mediastinum usually involves surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam
- Chest x-ray
- CT scan
- PET scan
- Biopsy
- Endoscopic ultrasound
- Thoracoscopy
- MRI
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce or eliminate the malignant neoplasm in the anterior mediastinum.
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Surgery
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Stem cell transplantation
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: anterior mediastinum - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasms of the anterior mediastinum is to lead a healthy lifestyle, including avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol use, maintaining a healthy weight, and eating a balanced diet. regular physical activity and adherence to recommended cancer screening guidelines may also help reduce the risk of developing malignant neoplasms of the anterior mediastinum.