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Cancer: When cells get out of control

The development of cancer is a complex process with various underlying causes.

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Around 40,000 Austrians are diagnosed with cancer every year. More and more young people are also affected. Here you can find out how cells become malignant and what options are available to combat this life-threatening disease.

Cancer refers to cells that multiply uncontrollably and form new tissue. Malignant tumor cells also have the ability to colonize other parts of the body, such as other organs, and form metastases there. Prof. Dr. Johannes Drach, Medical Director of the Confraternität Private Clinic in Vienna, explains the mechanisms behind this and how we ourselves are able to stimulate or inhibit them.