Global Cancer 10 Data Overview

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What was the total number of new cancer cases reported globally in 2018?

1.76 million

9.6 million

2.09 million

18.1 million (correct)

Which cancer type accounted for the highest number of deaths in 2018?

Breast

Stomach

Colorectal

Lung (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic of neoplasia?

Unregulated and autonomous (correct)

Controlled proliferation

Reversible

Polyclonal

What distinguishes neoplasia from hyperplasia?

Neoplasia is monoclonal Signup and view all the answers

How does the incidence of cancer vary?

By environmental factors Signup and view all the answers

In terms of prevalence, which two cancers reported the same incidence in 2018?

Lung and Breast Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of hyperplasia?

Controlled and reversible cell proliferation Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of cancer deaths were attributed to liver cancer in 2018?

8% of total deaths Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term monoclonality in neoplasia?

Resulting from a single mutated cell Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of cancer death?

Skin cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the stroma in a tumor?

Provides blood supply and support for parenchyma. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of hyperplastic cells?

They always resemble normal cells. Signup and view all the answers

Which suffix is commonly used for benign tumors?

OMA Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly identifies a malignant tumor of epithelial origin?

Adenocarcinoma Signup and view all the answers

A pancreatic tumor categorized as cystadenoma is characterized by which trait?

It produces large cystic masses. Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates sarcomas from carcinomas?

Sarcomas derive from mesenchymal tissues, whereas carcinomas arise from epithelial cells. Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used for benign epithelial tumors forming finger-like projections?

Papilloma Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary biological behavior determinant of a tumor?

Parenchyma Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of benign epithelial tumor?

Fibrosarcoma Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix in the nomenclature of tumors generally indicate?

The histological origin of the tumor. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic that differentiates malignant tumors from benign tumors?

Malignant tumors invade surrounding structures. Signup and view all the answers

Which route of metastasis is favored by sarcomas?

Lymphatic spread. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about benign tumors is true?

They have a slower rate of growth. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a well-differentiated malignant tumor from other types?

It has high levels of anaplasia. Signup and view all the answers

What typically indicates the presence of metastasis in a tumor?

Positive for hemorrhage. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these tumors is likely to spread via hematogenous routes?

Osteosarcoma. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the capabilities of cancerous tumors?

They can metastasize via multiple routes. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of a malignant tumor is often associated with a poorer prognosis?

Lower levels of differentiation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common site of hematogenous metastasis?

Liver. Signup and view all the answers

Which property is NOT typically associated with benign tumors?

Metastasis. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tumors is considered malignant despite having the suffix 'oma'?

Lymphoma Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes benign tumors from malignant tumors in terms of growth rates?

Malignant tumors often grow faster and are affected by various factors. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT associated with anaplastic cells in malignant tumors?

Well-differentiated structure Signup and view all the answers

Which option reflects the local invasion behavior of benign tumors?

They grow as cohesive expansible masses. Signup and view all the answers

What is one distinctive feature of malignant tumors compared to benign tumors?

They exhibit progressive invasion and destruction of normal tissues. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a hamartoma?

A mass of disorganized tissue indigenous to its site. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a feature of metastasis?

Involvement of lymphatic or blood vessels. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an abnormal collection of blood, not a true neoplastic tumor?

A hematoma Signup and view all the answers

What is a key implication of the term 'anaplasia' in the context of tumor characteristics?

It signifies a lack of differentiation. Signup and view all the answers

What does a high nuclear to cytoplasmic ratio (N/C ratio) in neoplastic cells indicate?

An increase in nuclear size relative to cytoplasm Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Global Cancer Data

In 2018, the global cancer burden reached 18.1 million new cases and resulted in 9.6 million deaths.
Cancer incidence is influenced by age, geographic factors, and genetic background, mainly due to environmental exposures.
Most common cancers by incidence:
- Lung: 2.09 million cases
- Breast: 2.09 million cases
- Colorectal: 1.80 million cases
- Prostate: 1.28 million cases
- Skin (non-melanoma): 1.04 million cases
- Stomach: 1.03 million cases
Leading causes of cancer death:
- Lung: 1.76 million deaths
- Colorectal: 862,000 deaths
- Stomach: 783,000 deaths
- Liver: 782,000 deaths
- Breast: 627,000 deaths

Neoplasia Overview

Neoplasia refers to unregulated and irreversible new tissue growth, defined as monoclonal.
Benign hyperplasia is polyclonal, while all neoplastic cells originate from one cell.
R.A. Willis defines a tumor as an abnormal mass of tissue that exceeds normal growth patterns and persists after stimulus cessation.

Differences Between Neoplasia and Hyperplasia

Hyperplasia maintains controlled cell proliferation; neoplasia does not.
Hyperplasia stops when stimuli are removed; neoplasia continues regardless of stimuli removal.
Hyperplastic cells generally maintain normal differentiation, unlike neoplastic cells.

Components of Neoplasia

Tumors consist of parenchyma (neoplastic cells) and stroma (support structures).
Parenchyma influences tumor behavior and derives its name, while stroma provides support and blood supply.

Tumor Nomenclature

Benign tumors are typically named with the suffix “OMA” (e.g., adenoma, fibroma).
Malignant tumors are classified into carcinomas (epithelial origin) and sarcomas (mesenchymal origin).
Exceptionally named malignancies like melanoma and lymphoma, which retain the "OMA" suffix but are cancerous.

Characteristics of Benign vs. Malignant Tumors

Differentiation and Anaplasia:
- Benign tumors are well differentiated; malignant tumors can be poorly differentiated or anaplastic.
Rate of Growth:
- Benign tumors grow slowly; malignant tumors grow rapidly and are influenced by blood supply and location.
Local Invasion:
- Benign tumors are localized and encapsulated; malignant tumors invade surrounding tissues and may lack a capsule.
Metastasis:
- Benign tumors do not metastasize; malignant tumors can spread through lymphatic and hematogenous routes.

Metastasis

Metastasis is the spread of tumor cells from the primary site to distant sites.
Routes of metastasis include lymphatic spread, hematogenous spread, and seeding of body cavities.
Most common sites for hematogenous metastasis are the liver and lungs.

Microscopic and Macroscopic Features

Macroscopic Features:
- Benign tumors grow slowly, have a well-defined capsule, and do not cause hemorrhage or necrosis.
- Malignant tumors grow rapidly, are often not capsulated, and can cause bleeding and necrosis.
Microscopic Features:
- Benign tumors are well differentiated and non-anaplastic, while malignant tumors show variable differentiation, significant anaplasia, and invade surrounding structures.

Aberrant Differentiation & Tumor-like Conditions

Hamartoma: Benign growth of disorganized tissue indigenous to a certain site, not exhibiting continued growth.
Choristoma: Ectopic normal tissue rests, resulting from congenital anomalies, often mistaken for neoplasms.

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