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(C78.1) Secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
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3 390 234 in individuals diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum confirmed
417 883 deaths with diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
12% mortality rate associated with the disease secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
Diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum is diagnosed Men are 0.43% more likely than Women
1 702 431
Men receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
219 527 (12.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
198 356 (11.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
Absence or low individual and public risk
Secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum - what does this mean
Secondary malignant neoplasm of the mediastinum is a type of cancer that occurs when cancer cells spread from another part of the body to the mediastinum, which is the area between the lungs. this can occur through direct spread, lymphatic spread, or hematogenous spread.
What happens during the disease - secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum
Secondary malignant neoplasm of the mediastinum is a form of cancer that occurs when cancer cells from a primary tumor spread and form a secondary tumor in the mediastinum. this process is known as metastasis and requires the presence of circulating tumor cells in the bloodstream. the tumor cells may lodge in the mediastinum, where they grow and form a secondary tumor. risk factors for the development of secondary malignant neoplasms of the mediastinum include certain types of cancer, such as lung cancer, as well as a history of smoking or radiation exposure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum - Prevention
The best way to prevent secondary malignant neoplasm of mediastinum is to reduce the risk factors that can lead to its development. this includes avoiding smoking, reducing exposure to radiation, and eating a healthy diet. regular check-ups with a doctor are also important for early detection and treatment.