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(C40.9) Malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
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589 166 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified confirmed
21 677 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
4% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 15.25% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
13 266 (3.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
8 411 (3.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified - Men and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified is a cancer that develops in the bones and cartilage of the limbs, but the exact location of the cancer is not known. it is usually caused by abnormal cell growth, which can spread to other parts of the body if not treated early.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified
Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified is a type of cancer that arises when abnormal cells in the bone or cartilage of a limb grow and divide uncontrollably. these abnormal cells can invade and destroy nearby healthy tissue, including other bones and cartilage. the exact cause of this cancer is unknown, but it is believed to be related to genetic factors, environmental exposures, and/or lifestyle factors.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Exam
- X-Ray Imaging
- MRI Scan
- CT Scan
- PET Scan
- Bone Scan
- Ultrasound
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the size of the malignant neoplasm and to reduce the risk of metastasis.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Chemotherapy to reduce the size of the tumor
- Radiation therapy to reduce the size of the tumor
- Immunotherapy to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of metastasis
- Targeted therapy to target specific cancer cells
- Hormone therapy to reduce the growth of cancer cells
- Clinical trials to test new treatments
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: bone and articular cartilage of limb, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the bone and articular cartilage of the limb is to maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoidance of smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. it is also important to be aware of any changes in the limb, such as swelling or pain, and to seek medical attention if any such changes occur.