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What is a risk factor for developing bladder cancer?
What is a risk factor for developing bladder cancer?
What is a symptom of Turner syndrome in females?
What is a symptom of Turner syndrome in females?
What is a characteristic of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is a characteristic of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is a symptom of Klinefelter syndrome in males?
What is a symptom of Klinefelter syndrome in males?
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What is a common feature of both Turner and Klinefelter syndromes?
What is a common feature of both Turner and Klinefelter syndromes?
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What hormone activates Sertoli cells?
What hormone activates Sertoli cells?
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What is the main function of Sertoli cells?
What is the main function of Sertoli cells?
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What type of junctions do Sertoli cells form with developing sperm cells?
What type of junctions do Sertoli cells form with developing sperm cells?
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Which hormone stimulates Leydig cells to produce testosterone?
Which hormone stimulates Leydig cells to produce testosterone?
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What is the embryonic structure crucial for the development of the head and neck?
What is the embryonic structure crucial for the development of the head and neck?
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How many components does the pharyngeal apparatus have?
How many components does the pharyngeal apparatus have?
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What is the primary function of progesterone in relation to the uterine lining?
What is the primary function of progesterone in relation to the uterine lining?
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What is the most common type of breast cancer tumor?
What is the most common type of breast cancer tumor?
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What is a common way breast cancer can spread to other parts of the body?
What is a common way breast cancer can spread to other parts of the body?
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Which of the following factors is associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer?
Which of the following factors is associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer?
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What is the function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
What is the function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
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Which organs produce female sex hormones in the female reproductive system?
Which organs produce female sex hormones in the female reproductive system?
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What is the classification of ovarian tumors based on?
What is the classification of ovarian tumors based on?
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What stimulates the release of LH from the pituitary gland?
What stimulates the release of LH from the pituitary gland?
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What is the function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
What is the function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
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What is the pathway of sperm during ejaculation?
What is the pathway of sperm during ejaculation?
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What is the function of the uterine tubes in the female reproductive system?
What is the function of the uterine tubes in the female reproductive system?
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What is the function of the seminal vesicles in the male reproductive system?
What is the function of the seminal vesicles in the male reproductive system?
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Which muscle is NOT associated with the 1st pharyngeal pouch?
Which muscle is NOT associated with the 1st pharyngeal pouch?
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What is the derivative of the 2nd pharyngeal pouch?
What is the derivative of the 2nd pharyngeal pouch?
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Which artery is associated with the 4th pharyngeal pouch?
Which artery is associated with the 4th pharyngeal pouch?
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What is the incidence of cleft lip and palate in the United States?
What is the incidence of cleft lip and palate in the United States?
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Which of the following is NOT derived from the 3rd pharyngeal pouch?
Which of the following is NOT derived from the 3rd pharyngeal pouch?
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What is the derivative of the 6th pharyngeal pouch?
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Study Notes
Bladder Cancer Risk Factors
- Chronic bladder inflammation or infections increase the risk of bladder cancer.
- Older age is associated with a higher incidence of bladder cancer.
- Men are more likely to develop bladder cancer than women.
- Family history of bladder cancer raises susceptibility.
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) has been linked to bladder cancer development.
- Iatrogenic causes such as radiation, cyclophosphamide, and analgesics can contribute to risk.
Turner Syndrome (45,XO or 45X)
- A genetic condition affecting females characterized by a missing or incomplete X chromosome.
- Symptoms include lack of menstrual periods, undeveloped breasts, infertility, congenital heart defects, short stature, and edema in newborns.
- Cystic hygroma may occur in utero, resulting in excess nuchal skin and a webbed neck.
Klinefelter Syndrome (47,XXY)
- A genetic condition affecting males with an additional X chromosome.
- Most common chromosomal disorder, typically diagnosed around age 19.
- Symptoms include testicular atrophy, infertility, gynecomastia, female-pattern hair distribution, low testosterone, and elevated FSH and LH levels.
Hormonal Regulation in the Female Reproductive System
- Estrogen stimulates the pituitary gland to release LH, promoting endometrial growth.
- Progesterone thickens and maintains the uterine lining for potential fertilization.
Breast Cancer Overview
- Most common cancer among women; second leading cause of death in women aged 35-54.
- Typically presents as adenocarcinoma, often in the left breast's outer upper quadrant.
- Metastasis can occur to the contralateral breast, bones, liver, and brain.
Breast Cancer Risk Factors
- Positive family history and previous breast cancer increase risk.
- Early menarche, late menopause, high-fat diet, and obesity raise susceptibility.
- First pregnancy after age 30 and proliferative fibrocystic disease with atypical hyperplasia also linked to increased risk.
Factors Associated with Reduced Risk of Breast Cancer
- Asian, Hispanic, or Pacific Islander descent offers some protection.
- Breastfeeding is protective; early pregnancy (<20 years) reduces risk.
- Tamoxifen use, prior risk-reduction surgeries, and oophorectomy provide additional protective benefits.
- An active lifestyle and low bone mineral density are also beneficial.
Ovarian Tumors Classification
- Ovarian tumors include epithelial tumors like serous and mucinous cystadenoma, as well as germ cell tumors and sex cord tumors.
- Types of germ cell tumors consist of dermoid cysts, dysgerminomas, and choriocarcinomas.
Male Reproductive System Anatomy
- Testes produce sperm and testosterone, enclosed and protected by the scrotum.
- Epididymis matures and stores sperm; ductus deferens transports sperm during ejaculation.
- Prostate gland produces semen and protects sperm; seminal vesicles provide fluid for semen.
Female Reproductive System Anatomy
- Ovaries produce ova and sex hormones (estrogens and progesterone).
- Uterine tubes receive ovum and provide a site for fertilization.
Pharyngeal Apparatus in Embryonic Development
- Composed of pharyngeal arches, clefts, and pouches; critical for head and neck development.
- Derivatives include muscles, nerves, and skeletal structures in the head and neck.
Cleft Lip and Palate
- Most common craniofacial malformations, often occurring together.
- Incidence of 1 in 1,600 live births in the United States.
Sertoli Cells
- Act as nurse cells in spermatogenesis, activated by FSH.
- Provide structural, biochemical support, and transfer nutrients to developing sperm within seminiferous tubules.
Leydig Cells
- Located adjacent to seminiferous tubules, primarily stimulated by LH to produce testosterone.
- LH secretion is regulated by Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH) from the hypothalamus.
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Learn about the risk factors of bladder cancer, including age, gender, family history, and more. Also, explore the symptoms of Turner syndrome, a genetic condition that affects females.
