(C33) Malignant neoplasm of trachea

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46 011 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm of trachea confirmed
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9 870 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm of trachea
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22% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm of trachea

Diagnosis malignant neoplasm of trachea is diagnosed Men are 26.92% more likely than Women

29 199

Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm of trachea

6 946 (23.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm of trachea

2 924 (17.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm of trachea - Men and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 30-34, 40-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-29, 35-39, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-29, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 30-89

Disease Features malignant neoplasm of trachea

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Non-contagious
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Moderate individual risk, low public risk
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Malignant neoplasm of trachea - what does this mean

Malignant neoplasm of the trachea is a type of cancer that occurs when cells in the trachea, or windpipe, become abnormal and grow uncontrollably. these abnormal cells can spread to other parts of the body, causing further damage.

What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm of trachea

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Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Imaging tests (X-ray, CT scan, MRI)
  • Biopsy
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Endobronchial ultrasound
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Positron emission tomography (PET) scan

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size and spread of the malignant neoplasm of the trachea.
  • Surgery to remove the tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Targeted therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Clinical trials
  • Palliative care
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Malignant neoplasm of trachea - Prevention

The best way to prevent malignant neoplasm of trachea is to avoid smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke, as well as to reduce exposure to environmental pollutants. additionally, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and getting regular check-ups can help to reduce the risk of developing this disease.

Main symptoms of the disease malignant neoplasm of trachea

Moist cough

(Humid cough, Damp cough, Wet cough, Soggy cough, Sloppy cough, Dripping cough)

Moist cough is a symptom of respiratory illness characterized by a productive cough that results in the production of sputum. It is often accompanied by a sore throat, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. It may develop suddenly or gradually and can range from mild to severe. It can be caused ...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 29 diseases

Voice disorder

(Ache, Pain, Discomfort, Soreness, Tenderness, Distress, Pang)

Voice disorder is a disruption in the production of speech. It can cause hoarseness, breathiness, roughness, and other changes in the quality and pitch of the voice. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include difficulty speaking, pain when speaking,...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 9 diseases

Hoarseness

(Raspy voice, Rough voice, Gruff voice, Gravelly voice, Croaky voice, Husky voice, Froggy voice, Growly voice, Guttural voice, Rough-sounding voice)

Hoarseness is a common symptom of a variety of medical conditions. It is characterized by a raspy, strained, or weak voice. It is often accompanied by a dry throat, coughing, and a feeling of tightness in the throat. Hoarseness can range from a mild annoyance to a sign of a more serious medical cond...

Age: any ageAccociated with 28 diseases

Coughing up blood

(Hemoptysis, Expectorating blood, Coughing up red phlegm, Producing bloody sputum, Spitting up blood, Vomiting blood, Coughing up blood clots)

Coughing up blood is a symptom of a serious underlying medical condition. It can appear as bright red blood, or it can be mixed with mucus or phlegm. It usually develops gradually, and may be accompanied by shortness of breath, chest pain, or a feeling of tightness in the chest. Coughing up blood ca...

Age: any ageAccociated with 32 diseases

Cough

(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)

Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 116 diseases

Dyspnea

(Shortness of breath, Labored breathing, Breathlessness, Air hunger, Difficulty breathing, Gasping, Panting, Wheezing, Tightness in chest, Suffocating feeling)

Dyspnea is a feeling of breathlessness or difficulty breathing. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as asthma, COPD, heart failure, or anemia. Symptoms of dyspnea may include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and rapid breathing. Dyspnea can...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 155 diseases

Specified forms of the disease

(K13.0) Diseases of lips
(K13.1) Cheek and lip biting
(K13.2) Leukoplakia and other disturbances of oral epithelium, including tongue
(K13.3) Hairy leukoplakia
(K13.4) Granuloma and granuloma-like lesions of oral mucosa
(K13.5) Oral submucous fibrosis
(K13.6) Irritative hyperplasia of oral mucosa
(K13.7) Other and unspecified lesions of oral mucosa