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What is the main reason that the role of frozen analysis of margins in oral cavity cancer has been heavily debated?
What is the main reason that the role of frozen analysis of margins in oral cavity cancer has been heavily debated?
- It is only beneficial for smaller localized tumors.
- It is not highly accurate in predicting the final histologic analysis of the tumor specimen.
- It has a poor correlation with the final histologic analysis of the submitted tissue samples.
- It is not cost-effective for surgeons to perform. (correct)
According to the passage, what is the main limitation of frozen-section analysis in oral cavity cancer?
According to the passage, what is the main limitation of frozen-section analysis in oral cavity cancer?
- It is not able to reliably predict whether the entire tumor surface of the final specimen will be clear of close or involved margins. (correct)
- It is only beneficial for smaller localized tumors.
- It has a poor correlation with the final histologic analysis of the submitted tissue samples.
- It is not highly accurate in predicting the final histologic analysis of the tumor specimen.
Which of the following statements best summarizes the main conclusion of the passage?
Which of the following statements best summarizes the main conclusion of the passage?
- Frozen-section analysis is more beneficial in smaller localized tumors compared to larger or more advanced oral cavity cancers.
- The ability of frozen-section analysis to predict clear margins in oral cavity cancer surgery is limited, leading to its use being heavily debated. (correct)
- Frozen-section analysis is not cost-effective and its role in oral cavity cancer surgery should be abandoned.
- Frozen-section analysis is highly accurate and has a high correlation with final histologic analysis, making it a reliable tool for oral cavity cancer surgery.
Which of the following best describes the relationship between frozen-section analysis and final histologic analysis of oral cavity cancer specimens as described in the passage?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between frozen-section analysis and final histologic analysis of oral cavity cancer specimens as described in the passage?
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What is the main reason given in the passage for why frozen-section analysis appears to be more beneficial in smaller localized tumors?
What is the main reason given in the passage for why frozen-section analysis appears to be more beneficial in smaller localized tumors?
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