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(C74.1) Malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
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208 979 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland confirmed
31 895 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
15% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland is diagnosed Women are 7.21% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
13 435 (13.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
18 460 (16.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the medulla of the adrenal gland is a tumor that can form in this area of the adrenal gland and is caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells. it can be benign or malignant and is usually diagnosed through imaging tests like ct or mri scans.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland
Malignant neoplasm of the medulla of the adrenal gland is caused by an abnormal growth of cells in the adrenal medulla, which is the inner part of the adrenal gland. this abnormal growth of cells is caused by genetic mutations, environmental factors, or a combination of the two. as the cells continue to grow, they can form a tumor, which can invade and damage nearby tissues, leading to the development of the disease.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Imaging tests such as CT scan, MRI, ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Blood tests to measure hormone levels
- Urine tests to check for elevated levels of hormones
- Genetic testing to identify any mutations in the genes
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Eliminate the malignant neoplasm in the medulla of the adrenal gland.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Chemotherapy to kill any remaining cancer cells
- Radiation therapy to shrink the tumor and kill cancer cells
- Immunotherapy to stimulate the body's immune system to fight the cancer
- Targeted therapy to block the growth and spread of cancer cells
- Hormone therapy to reduce the production of hormones that can fuel the growth of cancer cells
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: medulla of adrenal gland - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasms of the medulla of the adrenal gland is to reduce risk factors such as smoking, obesity, and excessive alcohol consumption, and to engage in regular physical activity and a healthy diet. additionally, it is important to be aware of any genetic predispositions that may increase the risk of developing a malignant neoplasm of the medulla of the adrenal gland, and to seek regular medical check-ups and screenings to detect any potential issues early.