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(C41.0) Malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face
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455 267 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face confirmed
67 509 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face
15% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face is diagnosed Men are 20.80% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face
38 602 (14.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face
28 907 (16.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face - Men aged 55-59 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: bones of skull and face
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the bones of the skull and face occurs when cancerous cells form a mass or tumor in the bones of the skull and face, which can spread to other parts of the body. this type of cancer is often caused by exposure to radiation, and can be difficult to treat.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face
Malignant neoplasm of the bones of the skull and face is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the affected bones. this growth is due to mutations in the dna of the cells that cause them to divide and grow uncontrollably. this abnormal growth can lead to the formation of a tumor and can spread to other parts of the body. if left untreated, this cancer can cause serious complications including pain, loss of facial structure and function, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- X-ray
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Bone biopsy
- Bone marrow aspiration
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound
- PET scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the size of the malignant neoplasm in the bones of the skull and face.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiation therapy to shrink the tumor
- Chemotherapy to kill cancer cells
- Targeted drug therapy to stop the growth of cancer cells
- Immunotherapy to boost the body’s immune system to fight cancer
- Clinical trials to test new treatments
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: bones of skull and face - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm in bones of the skull and face is to reduce exposure to known risk factors, such as tobacco smoke, excessive sun exposure, and certain environmental carcinogens. additionally, it is important to practice regular self-examination for any changes in the face or skull, and to seek medical attention if any suspicious changes are noticed.