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(C44.2) Malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal
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3 462 843 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal confirmed
150 040 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal
4% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal is diagnosed Men are 5.50% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal
92 061 (5.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal
57 979 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess 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: skin of ear and external auricular canal
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the skin of the ear and external auricular canal is caused by abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the area. this type of cancer is usually caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation, such as from sunlight, and can also be caused by genetic predisposition.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal
The pathogenesis of malignant neoplasm of the skin of the ear and external auricular canal is usually caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, as well as other environmental factors such as air pollution and smoking. this radiation can damage the skin cells, leading to mutations in their dna and the formation of malignant tumors. other risk factors include age, genetics, and certain medical conditions.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of skin of ear and external auricular canal
- Imaging tests such as CT scan, MRI, or PET scan
- Biopsy of the affected area
- Blood tests to check for tumor markers
- Endoscopy to examine the affected area
- Ultrasound to examine the affected area
- X-ray to examine the affected area
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size of the malignant neoplasm and prevent its spread.
- Surgery to remove the malignant neoplasm
- Chemotherapy to reduce the size of the tumor
- Radiation therapy to kill cancer cells
- Immunotherapy to strengthen the body's immune system
- Targeted therapy to block the growth of cancer cells
- Photodynamic therapy to destroy cancer cells
- Cryotherapy to freeze and kill cancer cells
- Hormone therapy to block the growth of cancer cells
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: skin of ear and external auricular canal - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasms of the skin of the ear and external auricular canal is to limit exposure to the sun, wear protective clothing and sunscreen, and to avoid using tanning beds. additionally, regular skin examinations by a healthcare professional can help to detect any suspicious lesions early and reduce the risk of malignant neoplasms.