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(C90.2) Extramedullary plasmacytoma
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2 718 731 in individuals diagnosis extramedullary plasmacytoma confirmed
484 609 deaths with diagnosis extramedullary plasmacytoma
18% mortality rate associated with the disease extramedullary plasmacytoma
Diagnosis extramedullary plasmacytoma is diagnosed Women are 0.91% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis extramedullary plasmacytoma
252 754 (18.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis extramedullary plasmacytoma
231 855 (16.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease extramedullary plasmacytoma - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-95+
Disease Features extramedullary plasmacytoma
Absence or low individual and public risk
Extramedullary plasmacytoma - what does this mean
Extramedullary plasmacytoma is a rare form of plasma cell cancer that develops outside the bone marrow, usually in the soft tissues of the head, neck, or respiratory tract. it is caused by a malignant transformation of a single plasma cell, and is characterized by the presence of an abnormal clone of plasma cells in the affected tissue.
What happens during the disease - extramedullary plasmacytoma
Extramedullary plasmacytoma is a rare form of cancer that occurs when malignant plasma cells develop outside of the bone marrow. it is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, such as exposure to radiation, certain chemicals, and certain viruses. the malignant plasma cells produce an abnormal protein which can accumulate in the tissues of the body, leading to tumor formation. the exact cause of this cancer is still unknown, but it is believed to be related to an abnormal immune response.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
29 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Extramedullary plasmacytoma - Prevention
Extramedullary plasmacytoma is a rare type of cancer and there is no known way to prevent it. however, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol use, as this may help reduce the risk of developing this and other types of cancer.