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(D13.5) Benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
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1 045 789 in individuals diagnosis benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts confirmed
7 516 deaths with diagnosis benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
1% mortality rate associated with the disease benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
Diagnosis benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts is diagnosed Women are 14.26% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
3 193 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
4 323 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
Absence or low individual and public risk
Benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts - what does this mean
Benign neoplasm of the extrahepatic bile ducts is an abnormal growth of cells that occurs in the bile ducts outside of the liver. this growth is usually non-cancerous and can cause narrowing of the bile ducts, leading to bile build-up and various symptoms, such as jaundice, abdominal pain, and nausea.
What happens during the disease - benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts
Benign neoplasm of the extrahepatic bile ducts is caused by the abnormal growth of cells in the ducts outside of the liver. this growth can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, environmental exposures, and infections. the abnormal cells can cause blockages, inflammation, and other complications, leading to symptoms such as jaundice, abdominal pain, and fever.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Imaging tests (e.g. CT scan, MRI, ultrasound)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Liver function tests
- Biopsy
- Blood tests (e.g. CA 19-9, CEA, AFP)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the size of the tumor and prevent any further growth.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Chemotherapy to reduce the size of the tumor
- Radiation therapy to target cancer cells
- Immunotherapy to boost the body’s immune system
- Targeted drug therapy to block the growth of cancer cells
- Hormone therapy to reduce the growth of cancer cells
- Stem cell transplant to replace damaged cells
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Benign neoplasm: extrahepatic bile ducts - Prevention
The best way to prevent benign neoplasm of the extrahepatic bile ducts is to practice healthy lifestyle habits such as eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, regular check-ups with a physician can help to detect any changes in the bile ducts early on, which can help to prevent the development of benign neoplasms.