(C79.0) Secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis

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2 681 097 in individuals diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis confirmed
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187 797 deaths with diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis
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7% mortality rate associated with the disease secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis

Diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis is diagnosed Men are 9.02% more likely than Women

1 461 456

Men receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis

107 653 (7.4 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis

80 144 (6.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis - Men 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 0-1
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis - what does this mean

Secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis occurs when cancer cells from another organ or part of the body spread to the kidney or renal pelvis and form a new tumor. this can happen due to metastasis, which is when cancer cells break away from the primary tumor and travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system to other parts of the body.

What happens during the disease - secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis

Secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis is caused by the spread of cancer cells from another part of the body (metastasis) to the kidney or renal pelvis. the cancer cells can spread through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, and once in the kidney or renal pelvis, they can grow and form a tumor. this tumor can then spread further, invading other organs and tissues.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical Examination
  • Imaging Tests (CT Scan, MRI, Ultrasound)
  • Urine Tests
  • Blood Tests
  • Biopsy
  • Tumor Marker Tests
Additions:
  • Genetic Testing
  • Laparoscopic Surgery

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce the size of the tumor and improve the patient's quality of life.
  • Surgery to remove the tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Targeted therapy
  • Hormonal therapy
  • Clinical trials
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20 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Secondary malignant neoplasm of kidney and renal pelvis - Prevention

The best way to prevent secondary malignant neoplasms of the kidney and renal pelvis is to reduce the risk factors that can lead to the development of these cancers. this includes avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regularly exercising. additionally, early detection and treatment of any underlying conditions, such as chronic kidney disease, can help reduce the risk of developing a secondary malignant neoplasm.