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(C78.8) Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
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3 390 234 in individuals diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs confirmed
417 883 deaths with diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
12% mortality rate associated with the disease secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
Diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs is diagnosed Men are 0.43% more likely than Women
1 702 431
Men receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
219 527 (12.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
198 356 (11.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
Absence or low individual and public risk
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs - what does this mean
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs is a type of cancer that occurs when cancer cells spread from another part of the body to the digestive organs. this type of cancer is typically diagnosed after the primary cancer has been identified and treated.
What happens during the disease - secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs is a type of cancer that develops from a cancer that has spread from another organ. this type of cancer is usually caused when cancer cells spread from the primary site to other organs in the digestive system. the spread of cancer cells is usually caused by the circulation of the blood or lymphatic system, which carries cancerous cells to other organs. once the cancer cells reach the digestive organs, they can grow and form a secondary tumor.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Imaging tests (X-ray, CT, MRI, PET)
- Endoscopy
- Biopsy
- Urine tests
- Stool tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the progression of the disease and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Administering chemotherapy drugs
- Prescribing radiation therapy
- Performing surgical procedures
- Providing dietary advice
- Prescribing medications to reduce pain and other symptoms
- Recommending lifestyle changes
- Referring the patient to a support group
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Secondary malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified digestive organs - Prevention
The best way to prevent secondary malignant neoplasms of other and unspecified digestive organs is to reduce the risk factors associated with the primary cancer, such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and obesity. additionally, regular screening and early detection of the primary cancer can help to reduce the risk of developing a secondary malignant neoplasm.