(C67.7) Malignant neoplasm: urachus

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10 721 255 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus confirmed
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1 062 743 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus
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10% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: urachus

Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus is diagnosed Men are 56.28% more likely than Women

8 377 638

Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus

772 435 (9.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus

290 308 (12.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: urachus - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 60-64

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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 0-5
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-95+

Disease Features malignant neoplasm: urachus

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Malignant neoplasm: urachus - what does this mean

Malignant neoplasm of the urachus is a rare form of cancer that occurs when cancerous cells form in the urachus, a tube that connects the bladder to the umbilicus in the abdomen. this type of cancer is often caused by a mutation in the cells of the urachus, which can lead to uncontrolled growth and spread of the cancer cells.

What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: urachus

Malignant neoplasm of the urachus is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the urachus, which is a tube that connects the bladder to the umbilicus. these abnormal cells can spread to other organs and tissues in the body, leading to a variety of symptoms including abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, and a lump in the abdomen. if left untreated, this condition can be life-threatening.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of the abdomen
  • Ultrasound of the abdomen
  • CT scan of the abdomen
  • MRI of the abdomen
  • Endoscopic examination of the urinary tract
  • Biopsy of the affected area
  • Urine cytology
  • Urine culture
  • Blood tests to check for tumor markers

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal of the Treatment: To reduce the size of the tumor and alleviate symptoms caused by the malignant neoplasm of the Urachus.
  • Surgery to remove the tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Targeted therapy
  • Supportive care
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Malignant neoplasm: urachus - Prevention

The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the urachus is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco use, and getting regular medical check-ups. early detection and prompt treatment are also important for preventing the progression of the disease.