Histology of Prostate and Prostate Diseases
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What is the function of secretory (luminal) cells in the prostate?

  • Release prostate specific antigen (PSA) (correct)
  • Release high molecular weight keratin
  • Cause bladder hypertrophy
  • Secrete p63
  • Which zone of the prostate is a common site for nodular hyperplasia?

  • Peripheral zone
  • Transition zone (correct)
  • Central zone
  • Peripheral zone
  • What is a characteristic feature of the central zone of the prostate?

  • Release high molecular weight keratin
  • Lots of red meat consumption
  • Cause bladder hypertrophy
  • Large irregular ducts (correct)
  • Which layer of cells in the prostate releases high molecular weight keratin?

    <p>Basal cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What compensatory changes occur in response to bladder hypertrophy in Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) pathogenesis?

    <p>Bladder hypertrophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which food habit increases the risk of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH)?

    <p>High fat diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) diagnosed?

    <p>By release of PSA by secretory cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Prostate-specific antigen (PSA)?

    <p>To assist in the diagnosis of prostatic adenocarcinoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria is the most common cause of prostatitis?

    <p>E.Coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) in relation to the prostate?

    <p>To evaluate the size and texture of the prostate gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a complication of Prostatitis?

    <p>Kidney stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic presentation of the prostate during Acute Bacterial Prostatitis on Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)?

    <p>Boggy, tender, enlarged prostate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main classes of drugs used in treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?

    <p>Alpha 1 adrenergic blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome' accounts for more than 90% of all cases of what condition?

    <p>'Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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