A carcinoma which has spread to many sites in the body.
A condition in which carcinoma spreads to multiple sites in the body. Carcinoma may grow extensively in the organ where it originates, damaging both the organ and surrounding tissue. In carcinomatosis, it spreads to numerous other organs.
Carcinoma that has spread widely throughout the body. Spread of the cancer cells occurs via the lymphatic channels and bloodstream and across body cavities, for example the peritoneal cavity.
The spread of cancer cells from their original site of growth to other tissues in the body. Such a spread of cancer, which takes place mainly via blood and lymph vessels, is usually fatal. chemotherapy and radiotherapy may, however, check the spread or sometimes destroy the cancerous growth.
Widespread dissemination of carcinoma in the body.
Metastasis refers to the presence of cancerous tissue in various locations throughout the body, resulting from the spread of cancer cells originating from a primary tumor.
Carcinomatosis can manifest with a range of symptoms, including weight loss, fatigue, and other specific issues depending on the locations of the metastases, which are the secondary tumors. For instance, metastases in the lungs may result in coughing and shortness of breath, while liver metastases can lead to jaundice. The symptoms experienced can vary based on the specific sites affected by the spread of cancer.
The diagnosis of carcinomatosis can be confirmed through various methods, such as X-rays, radionuclide scanning of the bones and lungs, biochemical tests, or during surgical procedures. To eliminate the metastases, anticancer drugs or radiotherapy may be administered. However, removing the primary tumor does not typically improve the condition unless the tumor produces a hormone that directly stimulates the growth of metastases. In such cases, the removal of the primary tumor may have a positive impact on the progression of the disease.
The widespread dissemination of cancer throughout the body.