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Malignant disease conditions

Cancer is a term covering a wide range of malignant diseases, which contribute significantly to the overall morbidity and mortality of people worldwide. In this section you will learn about common malignant conditions in Africa and their management

Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Associated with chronic Hepatitis B infection

Gastric Cancer

Gastric cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage.

Esophageal Cancer

Esophageal cancer is the 4th most common cause of cancer death in developing countries and is more common in men.

Thyroid Carcinoma

These tumours present as ‘goitre’ and can remain silent for decades without any discomfort.

Oropharyngeal Cancer

Oropharynx is located between the soft palate superiorly and the hyoid bone inferiorly. The oropharynx has four walls; soft palate, tonsillar region, base of tongue, and pharyngeal wall.

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