12 Questions
Approximately what percentage of males will develop invasive cancer in their lifetime?
45%
What is the estimated number of new cancer cases in the United States in 2012?
1.6 million
What is the estimated lifetime risk of dying from cancer for females?
19%
What is the term for the uncontrolled growth of cells that often forms a solid mass or tumor?
Cancer
What is the term for the spreading of tumors to other areas of the body?
Metastasis
What genetic changes are required for cancer to progress toward metastasis?
Loss of cell adhesion proteins and activation of angiogenesis genes
What is the age-standardized rate of cancer incidence in North America per 100,000 people?
326/100,000
What is the correlation between cancer stage and disease severity?
Higher stages are indicative of significant spreading and severe systemic disease
What is the primary factor in determining cancer severity?
A combination of tumor size, histology, regional lymph node involvement, and presence of metastasis
How are solid tumors classified?
Using roman numerals (I to IV)
What is the ultimate cause of cancer-associated morbidity and mortality?
Disruption of normal organ processes
What is the relationship between proliferation and metastasis in cancer?
Both proliferation and metastasis occur at the expense of normal organ processes
Test your knowledge on cancer statistics, including incidence rates, mortality rates, and lifetime risks. Learn about the prevalence of cancer in different populations and understand the importance of cancer epidemiology.
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