📋Overview
Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is a malignant tumor arising from the lining of the stomach. It is a serious condition with various histological subtypes and can affect different regions of the stomach. Early detection is challenging due to nonspecific symptoms, and it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0024623ICD-10-CM
C16C16.9
MeSH
D013274
SNOMED CT (US)
363349007
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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