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In 2024, what percentage of new cancer cases is projected to be breast cancer?
In 2024, what percentage of new cancer cases is projected to be breast cancer?
What is the definition of cancer incidence?
What is the definition of cancer incidence?
Which cancer type is associated with the highest percentage of cancer-related deaths in 2024?
Which cancer type is associated with the highest percentage of cancer-related deaths in 2024?
How many new cancer cases are projected to be diagnosed in 2024?
How many new cancer cases are projected to be diagnosed in 2024?
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Which of the following cancer types is unique to males?
Which of the following cancer types is unique to males?
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What is the leading cause of disease-related deaths, exceeding cancer-related deaths?
What is the leading cause of disease-related deaths, exceeding cancer-related deaths?
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Which statistic indicates an improvement in cancer survival trends since the 1980s?
Which statistic indicates an improvement in cancer survival trends since the 1980s?
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What percentage of cancer deaths in 2024 is attributed to pancreatic cancer?
What percentage of cancer deaths in 2024 is attributed to pancreatic cancer?
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What is the role of the p53 protein in response to DNA damage?
What is the role of the p53 protein in response to DNA damage?
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How does the E7 protein from HPV influence the cell cycle?
How does the E7 protein from HPV influence the cell cycle?
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What is the consequence of mutations in the p53 gene?
What is the consequence of mutations in the p53 gene?
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What effect does the HPV vaccine (Gardasil) have?
What effect does the HPV vaccine (Gardasil) have?
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What are the typical outcomes if DNA damage is not repaired?
What are the typical outcomes if DNA damage is not repaired?
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What is the main role of Rb in the cell cycle?
What is the main role of Rb in the cell cycle?
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Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between p53 and MDM2?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between p53 and MDM2?
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Which risk factor does NOT contribute to tumor formation as discussed?
Which risk factor does NOT contribute to tumor formation as discussed?
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What is the potential outcome of E6 protein acting on p53?
What is the potential outcome of E6 protein acting on p53?
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How does p53 respond to cellular stress?
How does p53 respond to cellular stress?
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What defines the five-year survival rate in cancer patients?
What defines the five-year survival rate in cancer patients?
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Which tumor type is characterized by the ability to metastasize?
Which tumor type is characterized by the ability to metastasize?
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During which phase of the cell cycle is DNA checked for errors?
During which phase of the cell cycle is DNA checked for errors?
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What role do cyclins play in the cell cycle?
What role do cyclins play in the cell cycle?
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What is a common characteristic of benign tumor cells?
What is a common characteristic of benign tumor cells?
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How does a proto-oncogene differ from a tumor suppressor gene upon mutation?
How does a proto-oncogene differ from a tumor suppressor gene upon mutation?
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What happens during the G0 phase of the cell cycle?
What happens during the G0 phase of the cell cycle?
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Which of the following cancers has shown a statistically significant decrease in death rates?
Which of the following cancers has shown a statistically significant decrease in death rates?
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The Rb gene plays a crucial role in regulating which phase of the cell cycle?
The Rb gene plays a crucial role in regulating which phase of the cell cycle?
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What is the primary reason for the increase in pancreatic cancer death rates from 2018 to 2022?
What is the primary reason for the increase in pancreatic cancer death rates from 2018 to 2022?
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What key function do tumor suppressor genes serve?
What key function do tumor suppressor genes serve?
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The mutation of which gene is often associated with a high percentage of human tumors, including pancreatic cancer?
The mutation of which gene is often associated with a high percentage of human tumors, including pancreatic cancer?
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What aspect of malignant tumor cells contributes to their dangerous nature?
What aspect of malignant tumor cells contributes to their dangerous nature?
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Study Notes
Cancer Statistics
- Cancer Incidence: Number of new cancer cases in a specific population during a particular year, typically per 100,000 people.
- Projected 2024 new cases: ~2 million, higher than 2016's ~1.6 million
- 2024 Breakdown (approx):
- 16% Breast Cancer
- 15% Prostate Cancer
- 12% Lung & Bronchus Cancer
- 8% Colon & Rectum Cancer
- These four account for ~50% of new cases.
- Cancer Mortality: Number of cancer-related deaths in a specific year per 100,000.
- 2024 US Mortality: ~611,000 (similar to 2016's ~600,000), suggesting improved survival rates despite more new cases
- 2024 Breakdown (approx):
- 20% Lung & Bronchus Cancer
- 9% Colon & Rectum Cancer
- 8% Pancreatic Cancer
- 7% Breast Cancer
- These four account for ~45% of cancer deaths.
- Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death after cardiovascular diseases.
- ~18.1 million cancer survivors in 2022.
Cancer Incidence by Sex
- Breast cancer more prevalent in females.
- Prostate cancer specific to males.
- Lung & bronchus cancer remains a leading cause of death in both males and females.
- Colon & rectum cancer, melanoma are also significant.
Cancer Survival Trends
- Graph shows projected (red) vs. actual (blue) cancer deaths from 1975-2020; the difference illustrates reduced cancer deaths due to research since the 1980s.
- Significant improvement in 5-year survival rates from 1970-1977 to 2007-2013.
- 5-year survival rate: Percentage of patients who survive for 5 years after diagnosis.
- High survival rates for breast, melanoma, and prostate cancer (80-100%), but lung and pancreatic cancer survival rates remain low (single digits for pancreatic).
- 2018-2022: 16 of 19 common cancers in men and 16 of 20 in women showed lower death rates; a slight decrease in lung cancer, but increased pancreatic cancer.
Cell Growth Regulation and Dysregulation
What is Cancer?
- Uncontrolled proliferation of transformed cells.
- Proliferation: rapid growth.
- Transformation: change from normal to abnormal cell.
- Initiators and promoters (genetic, biological, chemical, physical) cause normal cells to transform into abnormal cells.
- Abnormal cells lose growth control; develop into benign or malignant tumors.
Benign vs. Malignant Tumors
- Benign: Normal but have lost growth control, remain localized, usually harmless.
- Malignant (Cancer): Abnormal cells with uncontrolled growth. Metastasize (spread) to secondary locations. Often causes death as cancer cells disrupt function of secondary tissue.
Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Cancer diagnosis often occurs too late for optimal intervention.
- Treatments include chemotherapy, surgery, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.
Cell Cycle Regulation
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Cell Cycle Phases:
- G1: Cell growth, protein synthesis, nutrient acquisition.
- S: DNA replication.
- G2: DNA quality control.
- M: Cell division (mitosis).
- Checkpoints: Control points for DNA damage, cell size, nutrient availability (G1), DNA replication integrity (G2), spindle attachment (M).
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Cell Cycle Regulators:
- Cyclins: proteins synthesized in specific phases to drive the cell cycle.
- CDKs: constant (inactive) until paired with appropriate cyclin for activation and phosphorylation of targeted proteins.
Cell Growth and Differentiation
- Mammalian development from fertilized eggs (stem cells). Differentiate into specialized cells (e.g., hepatocytes, neurons).
- Fully differentiated cells, like hepatocytes, have lost proliferation ability.
- Benign tumors less proliferative, stay in place; malignant tumors like cancer cells are stem-like, more proliferative, and resemble progenitor cells.
Cancer Risk Factors
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Genetic:
- Oncogenes (e.g., RAS): Mutated proto-oncogenes promoting uncontrollable growth.
- Tumor Suppressor Genes (e.g., Rb, p53): Prevent uncontrolled division of cells with damaged DNA; mutations lead to abnormal growth.
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Biological (e.g., Viruses):
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus): DNA virus linked to cervical and other cancers. E7 and E6 proteins disrupt cell cycle and inhibit DNA damage responses.
- Physical (e.g., Radiation): UV and ionizing radiation damage DNA potentially leading to tumor formation.
- Chemical: Carcinogens form covalent adducts with DNA causing mutations; direct or indirect action.
Key Examples of Genetic Risk Factors
- RAS gene: Proto-oncogene, small G protein involved in signaling pathways. Mutations lead to constitutively active RAS, driving cell growth.
- Rb gene: Tumor suppressor, regulates G1 to S phase transition. Loss-of-function mutations lead to uncontrolled cell division.
- p53 gene: Tumor suppressor, “guardian of the genome.” Responds to DNA damage and either repair or apoptosis. Mutations hamper this function causing uncontrolled growth.
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Explore the latest cancer statistics for 2024, including incidence and mortality rates across various types of cancer. Understand the breakdown of new cancer cases and deaths, and observe trends compared to 2016 data. This quiz provides insights into the effects of cancer on different populations and highlights the importance of awareness and research.
