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(C49.3) Malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax
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1 149 259 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax confirmed
167 528 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax
15% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax is diagnosed Men are 7.22% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax
82 864 (13.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax
84 664 (15.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax - 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: connective and soft tissue of thorax
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of the thorax can occur when cells in the connective and soft tissue of the thorax divide and grow abnormally, forming a mass of tissue known as a tumor. the tumor can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). malignant tumors can spread to other parts of the body, making them more difficult to treat.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax
Malignant neoplasm of the connective and soft tissue of the thorax is caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the connective and soft tissue of the thorax. this growth is caused by genetic mutations that cause cells to grow and divide at an abnormally rapid rate. these mutations may be caused by environmental factors such as radiation and chemicals, or may be inherited. the abnormal cells may spread to other parts of the body, leading to further complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Imaging tests: X-ray, CT scan, MRI
- Tissue biopsy
- Blood tests: Complete blood count (CBC), tumor markers
- Endoscopic examination
- Thoracoscopy
- Thoracotomy
- Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
- Lymph node biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size of the tumor and prevent it from spreading.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Hormone therapy
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: connective and soft tissue of thorax - Prevention
The most effective way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the connective and soft tissues of the thorax is to practice healthy lifestyle habits, such as not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and eating a balanced diet. additionally, it is important to get regular check-ups and screenings for early detection and treatment.