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(C74.9) Malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified
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208 979 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified confirmed
31 895 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified
15% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 7.21% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified
13 435 (13.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified
18 460 (16.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified - 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: adrenal gland, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the adrenal gland, unspecified, is a cancer that develops in the cells of the adrenal gland. it can occur when cells in the gland grow and divide abnormally, leading to the formation of a tumor. this tumor can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body. symptoms may include abdominal pain, weight loss, fatigue, and changes in hormone levels. treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified
Malignant neoplasm of the adrenal gland is caused by an abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the adrenal gland. this growth is caused by a mutation in the dna of the cells, which causes them to divide and grow at an abnormally rapid rate. this uncontrolled growth can lead to the formation of a tumor, which can spread to other parts of the body, leading to further complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam
- Laboratory tests
- Imaging studies
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- PET scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the malignant neoplasm of the adrenal gland.
- Consultation with an oncologist
- Imaging studies to confirm diagnosis
- Tumor biopsy
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormone therapy
- Clinical trials
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: adrenal gland, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the adrenal gland is to lead a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol use, and getting regular check-ups with a doctor. early detection and treatment of any suspicious symptoms can also help to prevent the development of malignant neoplasm of the adrenal gland.