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(C16.0) Malignant neoplasm: cardia
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4 538 343 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: cardia confirmed
1 387 490 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: cardia
31% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: cardia
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: cardia is diagnosed Men are 28.53% more likely than Women
2 916 594
Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: cardia
858 555 (29.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: cardia
528 935 (32.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: cardia - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-14, 20-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 15-19Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-95+
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: cardia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: cardia - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasm of the cardia is a type of cancer that occurs in the area of the stomach where it meets the esophagus. it is caused by the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in this area, and can spread to other parts of the body if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: cardia
Malignant neoplasm of the cardia is caused by an abnormal growth of cells that have the ability to invade surrounding tissue and spread to other parts of the body. this is usually caused by genetic mutations that lead to uncontrolled cell division and the formation of a tumor. this tumor can then spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic or circulatory systems, leading to a range of symptoms depending on the size and location of the tumor.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Endoscopy
- Biopsy
- Imaging Tests (e.g. CT Scan, MRI)
- Blood Tests
- Genetic Tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To treat the malignant neoplasm of the cardia
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiotherapy to destroy the cancer cells
- Chemotherapy to kill the cancer cells
- Targeted therapy to block cancer cell growth
- Immunotherapy to help the body fight the cancer cells
- Hormonal therapy to stop the cancer cells from growing
19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: cardia - Prevention
The best way to prevent cardia malignant neoplasm is to make lifestyle changes such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, and reducing alcohol consumption. additionally, it is important to get regular screenings as early detection is key to successful treatment.