Diseases and Conditions
Carcinoma of unknown primary
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Diagnosis
Treatment
Coping and support
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Risk factors
The risk of carcinoma of unknown primary might be related to:
- Older age. This type of cancer is most likely to occur in people older than 60.
- Family history of cancer. There's some evidence that carcinoma of unknown primary might be associated with a family history of cancer that affects the lungs, kidneys or colon.
