Oncology - Main

Which dental professional on a multidisciplinary oncology team specializes in restoring teeth affected by tumor or treatment?

What is the MINIMUM recommended waiting period after extracting teeth associated with a tumor before starting radiotherapy?

During radiotherapy for head and neck cancer, which mouthwash is recommended for routine supportive care?

Which healthcare professional on the multidisciplinary team is primarily responsible for addressing swallowing difficulties and reducing the risk of aspiration in head and neck cancer patients?

What is the PRIMARY role of an oncologist in the multidisciplinary management of head and neck cancer?

In the context of chemotherapy for oral squamous cell carcinoma, which statement is MOST accurate?

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be recommended as part of dental care DURING radiotherapy?

A patient undergoing radiotherapy for head and neck cancer develops a fungal infection in the oral cavity. Which of the following antifungal medications is MOST likely to be prescribed?

Considering the dental management protocol for patients undergoing radiotherapy, what is the rationale behind recommending extraction of teeth associated with the tumor, followed by a waiting period before radiotherapy?

A patient is scheduled to begin radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma in 5 days. During dental assessment, a lower molar with a large periapical lesion and grade 2 mobility is identified within the planned radiation field. Which of the following represents the MOST appropriate immediate management strategy?

Which acute toxicity of chemotherapy is often the dose-limiting factor, necessitating careful monitoring of blood cell counts?

A patient undergoing chemotherapy is experiencing nausea and vomiting. Which physiological mechanism is primarily responsible for this side effect?

Methotrexate-induced mucositis may be potentially alleviated by supplementation with which of the following?

Approximately how long after the first chemotherapy injection does hair loss (alopecia) typically begin, if it is going to occur?

Long-term use of alkylating agents in chemotherapy is most significantly associated with an increased risk of developing which secondary malignancy?

Oral mucositis, a common complication of chemotherapy, typically develops within what timeframe after the initiation of treatment?

Why is maintaining excellent oral hygiene particularly critical for patients undergoing chemotherapy?

Sucking on ice cubes or cold water during the infusion of which chemotherapeutic agent is particularly recommended to help prevent stomatitis?

A patient receiving methotrexate requires a muscle relaxant. Which commonly used muscle relaxant is known to have potentially increased toxicity in patients on methotrexate?

For a chemotherapy patient, what is the minimum platelet count (per litre) generally considered acceptable for routine management without requiring immediate platelet transfusion?

During which phases of the cell cycle are chemotherapy drugs generally most effective?

What term describes chemotherapy that is administered after surgery or radiotherapy?

In the context of widespread metastatic disease, what is the primary goal of induction chemotherapy?

Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of alkylating agents in chemotherapy?

What is the key difference between phase-dependent and non-phase dependent chemotherapy drugs in terms of their mechanism?

Methotrexate inhibits purine and pyrimidine synthesis. Considering its classification as a phase-dependent drug, during which phase of the cell cycle would it exert its most significant impact?

The text mentions that selectively targeting tumor cells while sparing normal tissues with chemotherapy is 'quite hard in principle'. What is the fundamental reason for this challenge?

A novel drug is developed to specifically disrupt microtubule formation, a process critical for chromosome segregation during cell division. Based on the provided chemotherapy classifications, this drug would most likely be categorized as a(n):

For long-term chemotherapy administration via a central line, where is the distal tip of the catheter typically positioned?

Both 'Vinca alkaloids' and 'antimitotic antibiotics' are described as stopping mitosis. Based solely on the provided text, what is the most reasonable inference about the key distinction between these two classes?

What is the typical minimum waiting period recommended between extracting teeth associated with a tumor and starting radiotherapy?

Which of the following mouthwash ingredients is typically recommended for routine supportive care during radiotherapy?

What is the MOST important aspect of oral hygiene for a patient undergoing radiotherapy?

Which of the following professionals is typically responsible for helping head and neck cancer patients minimize the risk of aspiration?

What is the role of an oncologist in the multidisciplinary management of head and neck cancer?

Which intervention is LEAST likely to be a routine recommendation as part of dental care DURING radiotherapy?

If a patient undergoing radiotherapy develops a fungal infection in their oral cavity, which topical medication is MOST likely to be prescribed?

Why is extraction of teeth associated with the tumor recommended prior to radiotherapy?

In the context of chemotherapy, under what circumstances is it MOST often utilized for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma?

What is the MOST significant risk associated with the long-term use of alkylating agents in chemotherapy?

Which of the following BEST describes the difference between curative and palliative chemotherapy?

Approximately how long after chemotherapy initiation does oral mucositis typically develop?

Sucking on ice cubes during the infusion of which chemotherapeutic agent is particularly recommended to help prevent stomatitis?

A patient receiving methotrexate requires a muscle relaxant. Which muscle relaxant is known to have potentially increased toxicity in patients on methotrexate?

What platelet count (per litre) is generally considered acceptable for routine dental management of a chemotherapy patient?

A patient undergoing chemotherapy presents with oral ulceration specifically caused by methotrexate. Which of the following topical treatments is MOST appropriate?

Which of the following strategies is LEAST likely to help reduce alopecia associated with chemotherapy?

Why might a dental professional recommend taste modification strategies (e.g., increased seasoning) for a patient undergoing chemotherapy?

Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by DNA synthesis?

A chemotherapy patient who is prone to stomatitis is prescribed benzydamine hydrochloride for established mucositis. What is the MOST likely rationale for this prescription?

What is the primary mechanism of action of alkylating agents in chemotherapy?

In the context of cancer treatment, what does the term 'adjuvant chemotherapy' refer to?

What is the MOST likely placement site for a long-term chemotherapy catheter?

Which of the following describes 'induction chemotherapy'?

Methotrexate and 5-FU are examples of what?

What is the role of 'neoadjuvant chemotherapy' in cancer treatment?

Which of the following chemotherapeutic agents directly prevents cell division by inhibiting mitosis?

A researcher is evaluating a new chemotherapy drug and observes that it kills cancer cells effectively, regardless of their position in the cell cycle. Furthermore, the rate of cell death increases exponentially with increasing drug doses. How would this drug be classified?

Considering the mechanisms through which chemotherapeutic drugs exert cytotoxicity, which of the following represents the MOST significant obstacle to achieving selective eradication of tumor cells while preserving normal tissue function?

Maxillofacial Surgeon

ENT Surgeon

Plastic/Reconstruction Surgeon

Oncologist

Speech and Language Therapist

Pre-RT Extractions

Smoking & Alcohol During RT

Supportive Care During RT

Treat Fungal Infections

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy Drugs

Adjuvant Chemotherapy

Neo-Adjuvant Chemotherapy

Induction Chemotherapy

Non-Phase Dependent Chemotherapy

Phase-Dependent Chemotherapy

Methotrexate

Vinca Alkaloids

5-Fluorouracil (5-FU)

Alkylating Agents

Local Toxicity (Chemotherapy)

Bone Marrow Toxicity (Chemo)

GI Toxicity (Chemotherapy)

Mucositis

Alopecia (Chemotherapy)

Carcinogenesis (Chemo)

Gonadal Damage (Chemo)

Oral Mucositis (Chemo)

Infections (Chemo)

Methotrexate Ulceration Tx

Dietitian

Restorative Dentist

Pre-RT Extractions Timing

Extractions During Radiotherapy

Oral Hygiene During RT

High Fluoride Supplementation

Nystatin/Miconazole Use

Chemotherapy for OSCC

G0 Phase

G1 Phase

S Phase

G2 Phase

M Phase

Antimetabolites

Intrathecal Administration

Central Venous Catheters

Hickman Line

Portacath

FBC and Chemo

Chemo and Hair Loss

Chemotherapy Side Effects

Chemo-Induced Oral Issues

Oral Hygiene and Chemo

Chemotherapy and Taste

Chemotherapy & Nutrition

Chemo and Proliferating Mucosa