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(C67.7) Malignant neoplasm: urachus
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10 721 255 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus confirmed
1 062 743 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus
10% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: urachus
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus is diagnosed Men are 56.28% more likely than Women
8 377 638
Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus
772 435 (9.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: urachus
290 308 (12.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: urachus - Men aged 70-74 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 0-5
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: urachus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: urachus - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the urachus is a rare form of cancer that occurs when cancerous cells form in the urachus, a tube that connects the bladder to the umbilicus in the abdomen. this type of cancer is often caused by a mutation in the cells of the urachus, which can lead to uncontrolled growth and spread of the cancer cells.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: urachus
Malignant neoplasm of the urachus is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the urachus, which is a tube that connects the bladder to the umbilicus. these abnormal cells can spread to other organs and tissues in the body, leading to a variety of symptoms including abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, and a lump in the abdomen. if left untreated, this condition can be life-threatening.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the abdomen
- Ultrasound of the abdomen
- CT scan of the abdomen
- MRI of the abdomen
- Endoscopic examination of the urinary tract
- Biopsy of the affected area
- Urine cytology
- Urine culture
- Blood tests to check for tumor markers
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of the Treatment: To reduce the size of the tumor and alleviate symptoms caused by the malignant neoplasm of the Urachus.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Supportive care
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: urachus - Prevention
The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of the urachus is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco use, and getting regular medical check-ups. early detection and prompt treatment are also important for preventing the progression of the disease.