Stomach cancer
Stomach cancer (RZ) It is the fourth leading cause of death from cancer.
The cause of stomach cancer
The cause of the disease is not completely elucidated. Men and women suffer equally often with stomach cancer.In individuals with low socio-economic standard of living is found in AJ 5 times more likely, than those with affluent living conditions. RJ often develops on the background of chronic Helicobacter pylori-associated gastritis, gastroduodenita. The most frequently localized in the output RJ (antral) compartment of the stomach, less frequently on the lesser curvature, on the front and rear walls; appearance may resemble RJ polypoid growths, have a saucer or ulcerative infiltrative form.
Clinical manifestations of gastric cancer
The sharp decrease in appetite, until the development of anorexia; progressive weight loss; pain in the upper abdomen; feeling of weight, Overflow; loss of physiological sense of satisfaction from food.
Diagnosis of gastric cancer
On the basis of targeted endoscopic studies of the upper gastrointestinal tract, with biopsies of pathologically altered areas.
Additional methods of research: complete blood count, Ultrasonography of the abdomen, chest X-ray, Computer tomography of the abdomen.
Treatment for stomach cancer
Radical treatment - online. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are conducted by special reasons or to prevent recurrence of the disease in the operated patients.
Forecast stomach cancer
Prognosis is determined by the detection of pathological focus and scope of surgery. The forecast can be improved only through early detection of gastric cancer.
Prevention of gastric cancer
Rational balanced diet food with the exception of preservatives, nitro canned foods, smoked. The rational mode of work and rest, elimination of bad habits (smoking, alcohol consumption). Timely diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastroduodenal zone (chronic gastritis, gastroduodenity, peptic ulcer); эрадикация инфекции Helicobacter pylori, since it proved its role in the development of chronic active gastritis, intestinal metaplasia, atrophy and gastric cancer.
Prevention of diseases of the stomach and duodenum involves adherence of the day, feeding, work and rest. Timely treatment to the doctor if you have minor symptoms of discomfort in the stomach, Timely and accurate diagnosis and follow-up treatment will prevent the development of complications, reduce the incidence of relapse and accelerate recovery.
