Table 20.
The cause of death
| The cause of death | No. of cases |
|---|---|
| Tumor-associated death | 16 |
| Inflammation of the lungs | 5 |
| Sepsis | 4 |
| DIC | 3 |
| Pulmonary embolism | 3 |
| Liver failure | 2 |
| Cerebral infarction | 1 |
| Myocardial infarction | 1 |
| Respiratory problem | 1 |
| Unknown cause | 18 |
DIC disseminated intravascular coagulation