(D02.4) Carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified

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45 605 in individuals diagnosis carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified confirmed
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6 065 deaths with diagnosis carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified
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13% mortality rate associated with the disease carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified

Diagnosis carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 42.27% more likely than Women

32 442

Men receive the diagnosis carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified

792 (2.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified

5 273 (40.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-29, 40-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 30-39, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 30-39, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-29, 40-89

Disease Features carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified - what does this mean

Carcinoma in situ of the respiratory system, unspecified, is a form of non-invasive cancer in which abnormal cells are present in the respiratory system but have not yet spread to other parts of the body. it is often caused by long-term exposure to cigarette smoke, air pollution, and other environmental toxins.

What happens during the disease - carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified

Carcinoma in situ of the respiratory system is caused by the abnormal growth of cells in the respiratory system that have not spread to other parts of the body. this type of cancer is caused by genetic mutations in the cells of the respiratory system, which can be caused by exposure to environmental toxins, radiation, or certain viruses. these mutations cause the cells to grow and divide in an uncontrolled manner, forming a mass of abnormal cells that can invade nearby tissues and organs. if not treated, the cancer can spread to other parts of the body.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Chest X-Ray
  • CT Scan
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Endobronchial Ultrasound
  • Pulmonary Function Tests
  • Sputum Cytology
  • Biopsy
Additions:
  • Thoracentesis
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Lung Biopsy

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal of Treatment: To destroy or remove the abnormal cells of Carcinoma in situ in the respiratory system, while preserving healthy tissue.
  • Surgery
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Targeted Therapy
  • Photodynamic Therapy
  • Cryotherapy
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15 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Carcinoma in situ: respiratory system, unspecified - Prevention

Carcinoma in situ of the respiratory system can be prevented through lifestyle changes such as avoiding smoking, limiting exposure to air pollution, and exercising regularly. additionally, individuals should get regular check-ups to ensure early detection and treatment of any existing or potential respiratory issues.