Liver Neoplasms Quiz

<p>A finding that is unrelated to the primary reason for the medical examination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lung cancer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hepatic Adenomas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Observation with close monitoring is the primary treatment approach, but surgical intervention may be indicated in certain cases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hepatocellular Carcinomas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Liver is a common metastatic site for cancers arising from the lungs and breasts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cholangiocarcinomas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Obesity (A), Male Gender (C), Family History (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>MRI Abdomen with contrast (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<blockquote> <p>200 ng/mL (C)</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enlarged Gallbladder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cirrhosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>75% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Courvoisier’s sign (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Liver Biopsy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ascites (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prolonged use of aspirin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sessile serrated adenoma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fecal occult blood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elevated ALP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Villous features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Colonoscopy at age 50 and then every 10 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nausea and vomiting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The majority of colorectal cancers develop from benign polyps. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>While barium studies are rarely utilized now, an &quot;Apple Core&quot; lesion may be suggestive of colorectal cancer and should be investigated further with colonoscopy or other appropriate tests. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient should switch to fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) annually instead of colonoscopy, as their life expectancy is lower than 10 years. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Systemic chemotherapy should be considered for patients with stage III colorectal cancer as it can improve survival rates. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>FIT is a highly cost-effective screening method, but it is less sensitive than colonoscopy for detecting colorectal cancer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient should begin screening at a younger age, possibly in their 30s, and follow a customized screening schedule based on their specific risk factors. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Resection of cancer in the pancreatic head provides the best chance of survival, while tumors in the body or tail have a much worse prognosis. (B), Jaundice and lymph node involvement are poor prognostic indicators and significantly reduce survival rates in pancreatic cancer. (C), Patients with ampullary tumors have the best prognosis, achieving a 5-year survival rate of 20-40% after resection. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This is a strong indicator that the patient may have carcinoma involving the ampulla of Vater. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A combination of tumor marker analysis, imaging studies, and stool analysis is essential for a comprehensive diagnosis. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A tumor that extends beyond the pancreas but does not involve the celiac axis or superior mesenteric artery. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure access to multidisciplinary expertise and specialized treatment options. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The nature of metastatic pancreatic cancer makes it particularly resistant to conventional chemotherapy drugs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To relieve the symptoms of jaundice caused by bile duct obstruction. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The best surgical results for pancreatic cancer are achieved at specialized centers with multidisciplinary expertise. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Cirrhosis often leads to complications affecting liver function and health.

CT or MRI scans used to visualize liver conditions and detect neoplasms.

Non-cancerous growths in the liver like cavernous hemangiomas and hepatic adenomas.

Most common benign liver tumors, often discovered incidentally during imaging.

Cancerous growths in the liver, which can be primary or metastatic from other organ cancers.

Benign tumors in the liver, often caused by oral contraceptives.

Another benign liver lesion, usually asymptomatic and not caused by OCPs.

Management is based on symptoms and growth rate, often observational.

Malignant liver tumors from parenchymal cells, accounting for 85% of liver cancers.

Malignant tumors from ductular cells, less common than hepatocellular carcinomas.

A marker that may indicate pancreatic cancer, also elevated in pancreatitis.

Enzymes measured to assess pancreatic function and inflammation.

Invisible blood in stool, can suggest ampulla of Vater carcinoma.

System used to describe cancer stages: Tumor, Nodes, Metastasis.

Tumor limited to the pancreas, less than 2 cm in size.

Tumor involving major arteries, inoperable primary tumor.

Most pancreatic cancer patients present with advanced, unresectable disease.

Refer all pancreatic and ampulla cancer patients to specialists.

Second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.

Polyps that can develop into colorectal cancer; include several types.

Polyps with a sawtooth appearance that can lead to cancer.

Polyps that are at least 1 cm or have dysplasia, linked to cancer risk.

A diagnostic procedure to visualize the colon and diagnose cancer.

Age, family history, IBD, race, and lifestyle increase cancer risk.

Complete blood count test often shows anemia in colorectal cancer patients.

Tumor marker measured in colorectal cancer diagnosis, not for screening.

Scarring of the liver tissue, which is a primary risk factor for hepatocellular carcinoma.

A protein that can be elevated in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma, particularly over 200 ng/mL.

Includes male gender, age > 55, obesity, chronic Hep C, and family history.

The most common neoplasm of the pancreas, often resulting in late symptoms.

Enlarged gallbladder with painless jaundice, often indicating pancreatic cancer.

Include upper abdominal pain, weight loss, and possible thrombophlebitis.

A viral infection that significantly increases the risk of liver cancer.

Recommended for patients with chronic Hep B, cirrhosis, and Hep C every 6 months.

Procedure to diagnose liver cancer but risky if the tumor is resectable.

A narrowing of the colon seen on barium studies suggesting malignancy.

Colonoscopy is the preferred method to detect colon cancer abnormalities.

A classification system used to stage colorectal cancer based on tumor size, lymph nodes, and metastasis.

Average risk individuals should start screening at age 45 and continue until 75 if life expectancy allows.

Systemic chemotherapy improves survival in select colorectal cancer patients based on the disease stage.