(Z40) Prophylactic surgery

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63 077 in individuals diagnosis prophylactic surgery confirmed

Diagnosis prophylactic surgery is diagnosed Women are 55.96% more likely than Men

13 891

Men receive the diagnosis prophylactic surgery

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis prophylactic surgery

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease prophylactic surgery - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 45-49

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-29, 40-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 30-39, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84

Disease Features prophylactic surgery

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Prophylactic surgery - what does this mean

Prophylactic surgery is a preventive measure taken to reduce the risk of developing a certain medical condition. it involves the removal of tissue or organs that are at risk of developing cancer, such as the breasts or ovaries, or the removal of organs that may be predisposed to certain diseases, such as the appendix. the surgery is usually done for those who have a high risk of developing a certain condition due to genetic or environmental factors.

What happens during the disease - prophylactic surgery

Prophylactic surgery is a type of preventive surgery that is done to remove tissue which is at high risk of developing into a cancerous tumor. this type of surgery is done to reduce the risk of developing cancer in the affected area. the pathogenesis of prophylactic surgery is that it is done to prevent the development of a cancerous tumor by removing the tissue at risk before it has had the chance to become malignant.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Review patient's medical history
  • Perform physical examination
  • Order laboratory tests
  • Perform imaging studies
  • Consult with specialists
  • Perform endoscopy
  • Perform biopsy
  • Perform prophylactic surgery

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce the risk of developing a disease through prophylactic surgery
  • Consultation with a medical specialist to discuss the risks and benefits of prophylactic surgery
  • Pre-operative physical examination and laboratory tests
  • Surgical procedure to remove the affected area
  • Post-operative care to monitor the patient's recovery
  • Follow-up appointments with the medical specialist to check for any signs of recurrence
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Prophylactic surgery - Prevention

Prophylactic surgery is a preventative medical procedure that is used to reduce the risk of developing a certain type of disease or condition. it involves the removal of organs or tissues that are at risk of becoming diseased, such as the breasts or ovaries in the case of breast or ovarian cancer. it is a highly effective way of reducing the risk of developing certain diseases and should be considered for those at high risk.

Specified forms of the disease

(Z40.0) Prophylactic surgery for risk-factors related to malignant neoplasms
(Z40.8) Other prophylactic surgery
(Z40.9) Prophylactic surgery, unspecified