Pulmonary Endodermal Tumor resembling Fetal Lung

Pulmonary Endodermal Tumor resembling Fetal Lung

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 03, 2022

The topic Pulmonary Endodermal Tumor resembling Fetal Lung you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung.

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  • Invasive adenocarcinoma of lung is the most commonly diagnosed type of lung cancer. It is a type of non-small cell lung cancer that usually develops in the peripheral region of the lungs (peripheral airways)
  • Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung is a histological variant of pulmonary adenocarcinoma. The tumor resembles the ‘fetal lung’ and is diagnosed under a microscope, on examination of the cancer cells by a pathologist. It can be classified as low-grade (pure histological pattern) or high-grade (mixed histological pattern)
  • The cause of Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung is generally unknown, but it is influenced by smoking. The low-grade form of fetal adenocarcinoma is usually seen in young smokers, while the high-grade form is seen in older males
  • Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung can cause chest pain, breathing difficulties, fatigue, and other general signs and symptoms, such as fever, weight loss, and appetite loss
  • Chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy, and other treatment measures may be used for treating Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung based on the assessment of the physician
  • The prognosis depends on many factors including the subtype, grade and stage of the tumor, progression of the condition, response to treatment, and overall health of the individual. In general, the prognosis of Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung is guarded

Please find comprehensive information on Fetal Adenocarcinoma of Lung regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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