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(C47.3) Malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
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118 419 in individuals diagnosis malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax confirmed
7 377 deaths with diagnosis malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
6% mortality rate associated with the disease malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
Diagnosis malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax is diagnosed Men are 21.65% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
4 292 (6.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
3 085 (6.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
Absence or low individual and public risk
Malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax - what does this mean
Malignant neoplasms of the peripheral nerves of the thorax can occur when abnormal cells in the body divide and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass of tissue that can invade and destroy nearby tissues and organs. this type of cancer can spread to other parts of the body and is often difficult to treat.
What happens during the disease - malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax
Malignant neoplasm of the peripheral nerves of the thorax is caused by the abnormal growth of cells in the nervous system, typically due to genetic mutations. this can lead to the overproduction of cells, which can then invade and damage surrounding tissues. it can also cause the formation of tumors, which can cause further damage to the nerves and surrounding tissues.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Imaging Tests (X-Ray, CT, MRI)
- Biopsy
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Test
- Blood Tests
- Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the size of the tumor and prevent it from spreading to other parts of the body.
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiotherapy to destroy the cancer cells
- Chemotherapy to shrink the tumor
- Immunotherapy to stimulate the body's immune system to fight the cancer cells
- Targeted therapy to interfere with the growth of the cancer cells
- Hormonal therapy to block the hormones that promote cancer growth
- Stem cell transplantation to replace the damaged cells with healthy ones
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Malignant neoplasm: peripheral nerves of thorax - Prevention
Prevention of malignant neoplasm of the peripheral nerves of thorax includes avoiding exposure to carcinogens, such as tobacco smoke, and reducing your risk of infection with viruses or bacteria that may increase your risk of developing the disease. additionally, regular physical activity, a healthy diet, and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption can help reduce your risk of developing malignant neoplasms of the peripheral nerves of the thorax.