(C44) Other malignant neoplasms of skin

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3 462 843 in individuals diagnosis other malignant neoplasms of skin confirmed
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150 040 deaths with diagnosis other malignant neoplasms of skin
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease other malignant neoplasms of skin

Diagnosis other malignant neoplasms of skin is diagnosed Men are 5.50% more likely than Women

1 826 727

Men receive the diagnosis other malignant neoplasms of skin

92 061 (5.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other malignant neoplasms of skin

57 979 (3.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other malignant neoplasms of skin - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features other malignant neoplasms of skin

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Non-contagious
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High individual risk, low public risk
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Other malignant neoplasms of skin - what does this mean

Other malignant neoplasms of skin occur when skin cells become abnormal and start to divide and grow uncontrollably, forming malignant tumors that can spread to other parts of the body. these tumors can arise from the epidermis, dermis, or subcutaneous tissue. risk factors for developing these tumors include exposure to ultraviolet radiation, certain chemicals, and genetic predisposition.

What happens during the disease - other malignant neoplasms of skin

Other malignant neoplasms of skin is a general term for a wide range of skin cancers that are caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the skin. the exact cause of this type of cancer is unknown, but it is believed to be due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors, such as exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, certain chemicals, and viruses. the abnormal cells can spread to other parts of the body if left untreated.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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10 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other malignant neoplasms of skin - Prevention

The best way to prevent other malignant neoplasms of skin is to limit your exposure to ultraviolet (uv) radiation from the sun and other sources, such as tanning beds. wear protective clothing, such as long-sleeved shirts and wide-brimmed hats, when outdoors, and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (spf) of at least 15. avoid tanning beds and sunlamps, and check your skin regularly for any changes.

Specified forms of the disease

(C44.0) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of lip
(C44.1) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of eyelid, including canthus
(C44.2) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of ear and external auricular canal
(C44.3) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of other and unspecified parts of face
(C44.4) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of scalp and neck
(C44.5) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of trunk
(C44.6) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of upper limb, including shoulder
(C44.7) Malignant neoplasm: Skin of lower limb, including hip
(C44.8) Malignant neoplasm: Overlapping lesion of skin
(C44.9) Malignant neoplasm: Malignant neoplasm of skin, unspecified