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(D35.4) Benign neoplasm: pineal gland
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1 713 935 in individuals diagnosis benign neoplasm: pineal gland confirmed
10 574 deaths with diagnosis benign neoplasm: pineal gland
1% mortality rate associated with the disease benign neoplasm: pineal gland
Diagnosis benign neoplasm: pineal gland is diagnosed Women are 24.57% more likely than Men
646 377
Men receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: pineal gland
5 015 (0.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: pineal gland
5 559 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease benign neoplasm: pineal gland - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features benign neoplasm: pineal gland
Absence or low individual and public risk
Benign neoplasm: pineal gland - what does this mean
Benign neoplasm of the pineal gland is a rare type of tumor that forms in the pineal gland, a small organ in the brain. it is usually non-cancerous and can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic predisposition, environmental exposure, and hormonal imbalances.
What happens during the disease - benign neoplasm: pineal gland
Benign neoplasm of the pineal gland is caused by abnormal growth of cells within the gland. this can be due to genetic mutations, environmental exposures, or other unknown factors. the abnormal cells can grow and form a tumor, which can cause symptoms such as headaches, vision changes, sleep disturbances, and hormonal imbalances. treatment options may include surgical removal of the tumor, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Clinical examination
- MRI scan
- CT scan
- Blood tests
- Biopsy
- Tissue sampling
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size of the benign neoplasm in the pineal gland.
- Medications to reduce tumor size
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiation therapy to shrink the tumor
- Chemotherapy to reduce the tumor size
- Targeted drug therapy to inhibit the growth of the tumor
- Stereotactic radiosurgery to precisely target the tumor
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Benign neoplasm: pineal gland - Prevention
Benign neoplasms of the pineal gland can be prevented by avoiding exposure to environmental and lifestyle factors, such as radiation, smoking, and alcohol consumption, that may increase the risk of developing this type of tumor. additionally, regular doctor visits and health screenings can help detect any changes in the pineal gland that may indicate the presence of a tumor.