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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Peritoneal carcinomatosis | |||
| image = [[File:Intestines_with_peritoneal_carcinomatosis_from_gastric_cancer.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Intestines with peritoneal carcinomatosis from gastric cancer | |||
| field = [[Oncology]] | |||
| synonyms = Peritoneal metastases | |||
| symptoms = [[Abdominal pain]], [[ascites]], [[weight loss]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]] | |||
| complications = [[Bowel obstruction]], [[malnutrition]], [[cachexia]] | |||
| onset = Varies, often late in the course of [[cancer]] | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Metastasis]] from [[gastrointestinal cancer]], [[ovarian cancer]], [[pancreatic cancer]], [[appendiceal cancer]] | |||
| risks = Advanced stage of primary cancer, [[peritoneal surface malignancy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], [[laparoscopy]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Peritonitis]], [[tuberculous peritonitis]], [[primary peritoneal carcinoma]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cytoreductive surgery]], [[hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy]] (HIPEC), [[systemic chemotherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally poor, depends on primary cancer and extent of spread | |||
| frequency = Common in advanced stages of certain cancers | |||
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[[File:Pap_stain_of_adenocarcinoma_in_peritoneal_fluid.png|Pap stain of adenocarcinoma in peritoneal fluid|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Peritoneal Carcinomatosis''' is a medical condition characterized by the spread of malignant cells to the peritoneum, the thin layer of tissue that covers the internal organs within the abdomen. This condition is often associated with advanced stages of abdominal and pelvic cancers. | '''Peritoneal Carcinomatosis''' is a medical condition characterized by the spread of malignant cells to the peritoneum, the thin layer of tissue that covers the internal organs within the abdomen. This condition is often associated with advanced stages of abdominal and pelvic cancers. | ||
== Introduction == | |||
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Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is a form of metastasis, the process by which cancer spreads from the place at which it first arose as a primary tumor to distant locations in the body. The peritoneum is a common site for metastasis in abdominal cancers such as [[colorectal cancer]], [[ovarian cancer]], [[stomach cancer]], and [[pancreatic cancer]]. | Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is a form of metastasis, the process by which cancer spreads from the place at which it first arose as a primary tumor to distant locations in the body. The peritoneum is a common site for metastasis in abdominal cancers such as [[colorectal cancer]], [[ovarian cancer]], [[stomach cancer]], and [[pancreatic cancer]]. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis can vary depending on the type and stage of the primary cancer. Common symptoms may include abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating, changes in bowel movements, and unexplained weight loss. | The symptoms of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis can vary depending on the type and stage of the primary cancer. Common symptoms may include abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating, changes in bowel movements, and unexplained weight loss. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis typically involves a combination of physical examination, imaging tests such as [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]], and biopsy. | Diagnosis of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis typically involves a combination of physical examination, imaging tests such as [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]], and biopsy. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment options for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis depend on several factors including the type and stage of the primary cancer, the patient's overall health, and the extent of the metastasis. Treatment may involve surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these. | Treatment options for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis depend on several factors including the type and stage of the primary cancer, the patient's overall health, and the extent of the metastasis. Treatment may involve surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is generally poor, as it is often associated with advanced stages of cancer. However, survival rates can vary widely depending on the type and stage of the primary cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and response to treatment. | The prognosis for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is generally poor, as it is often associated with advanced stages of cancer. However, survival rates can vary widely depending on the type and stage of the primary cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and response to treatment. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Metastasis]] | * [[Metastasis]] | ||
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* [[Chemotherapy]] | * [[Chemotherapy]] | ||
* [[Biopsy]] | * [[Biopsy]] | ||
[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Cancer]] | [[Category:Cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Oncology]] | [[Category:Oncology]] | ||
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| Peritoneal carcinomatosis | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Peritoneal metastases |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Abdominal pain, ascites, weight loss, nausea, vomiting |
| Complications | Bowel obstruction, malnutrition, cachexia |
| Onset | Varies, often late in the course of cancer |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Metastasis from gastrointestinal cancer, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, appendiceal cancer |
| Risks | Advanced stage of primary cancer, peritoneal surface malignancy |
| Diagnosis | CT scan, MRI, laparoscopy, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Peritonitis, tuberculous peritonitis, primary peritoneal carcinoma |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Cytoreductive surgery, hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), systemic chemotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally poor, depends on primary cancer and extent of spread |
| Frequency | Common in advanced stages of certain cancers |
| Deaths | N/A |
Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is a medical condition characterized by the spread of malignant cells to the peritoneum, the thin layer of tissue that covers the internal organs within the abdomen. This condition is often associated with advanced stages of abdominal and pelvic cancers.
Introduction[edit]
Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is a form of metastasis, the process by which cancer spreads from the place at which it first arose as a primary tumor to distant locations in the body. The peritoneum is a common site for metastasis in abdominal cancers such as colorectal cancer, ovarian cancer, stomach cancer, and pancreatic cancer.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis can vary depending on the type and stage of the primary cancer. Common symptoms may include abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating, changes in bowel movements, and unexplained weight loss.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis typically involves a combination of physical examination, imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI, and biopsy.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis depend on several factors including the type and stage of the primary cancer, the patient's overall health, and the extent of the metastasis. Treatment may involve surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis is generally poor, as it is often associated with advanced stages of cancer. However, survival rates can vary widely depending on the type and stage of the primary cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and response to treatment.
