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(C79.4) Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system
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2 681 097 in individuals diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system confirmed
187 797 deaths with diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system
7% mortality rate associated with the disease secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system
Diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system is diagnosed Men are 9.02% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system
107 653 (7.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system
80 144 (6.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess 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 other and unspecified parts of nervous system
Absence or low individual and public risk
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system - what does this mean
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system is a type of cancer that has spread from its original site to the nervous system. it is caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the nervous system, which can lead to the formation of tumors.
What happens during the disease - secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system is a type of cancer that develops as a result of the spread of cancerous cells from another part of the body. the cells may spread through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, allowing them to enter and grow in the nervous system. this type of cancer is often more difficult to treat than primary cancers of the nervous system due to its advanced stage at diagnosis.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Neurological examination
- Imaging tests (CT scan, MRI, PET scan)
- Biopsy
- Blood tests
- Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
- Electromyography
- Evoked potential tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size of the tumor and prevent it from spreading.
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Surgery
- Immunotherapy
- Stem cell transplant
- Targeted therapy
- Hormonal therapy
- Clinical trials
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified parts of nervous system - Prevention
The best way to prevent secondary malignant neoplasms of other and unspecified parts of the nervous system is to reduce the risk factors for cancer, such as smoking, excessive sun exposure, poor diet, and lack of physical activity. also, regular screenings and early detection of any existing cancer can help to reduce the risk of the disease.