Neoplasia Definition and Characteristics Quiz
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What is the defining characteristic of a neoplasm?

  • It has a slow rate of growth
  • It is well-differentiated and resembles the tissue of origin
  • It is well-circumscribed and lacks local invasion
  • It is uncoordinated and persists after the cessation of the stimulus that caused it (correct)

    • What is the key difference between benign and malignant neoplasms?

  • Benign neoplasms are not locally invasive, while malignant neoplasms are just locally
  • Benign neoplasms have a fast growth rate, while malignant neoplasms have a slow growth rate
  • Benign neoplasms have a not well-defined margin, while malignant neoplasms have a well defined margin
  • Benign neoplasms are well-differentiated, while malignant neoplasms are undifferentiated (correct)

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of a benign oral neoplasm?

  • Poorly defined margin
  • Rapid growth rate
  • Well-circumscribed with no invasion (correct)
  • Undifferentiated appearance

    • What is the purpose of cryotherapy in the treatment of hemangiomas?

    <p>To destroy cancer cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of a malignant neoplasm?

    <p>Ability to metastasize</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common benign epithelial tumor of the oral cavity?

    <p>Fibroepithelial Polyp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benign neoplasm is caused by human papilloma virus?

    <p>Papilloma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do Pyogenic Granulomas usually occur in the oral cavity?

    <p>Palate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common salivary gland tumor?

    <p>Pleomorphic Adenoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benign neoplasm is characterized by reactive hyperplasia of connective tissue?

    <p>Pyogenic Granuloma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which age group is Papilloma most commonly found?

    <p>30 - 50 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe a neoplasm that resembles the tissue of origin and has an organized structure?

    <p>Well-differentiated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of a malignant neoplasm?

    <p>Invasive with poorly defined margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a benign neoplasm from a malignant one in terms of differentiation?

    <p>Well-differentiated vs. undifferentiated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benign neoplasm is a vasoformative neoplasm that may cause troublesome bleeding or cosmetic defects?

    <p>Haemangioma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of growth exceeds normal tissue, is uncoordinated, and persists after the stimulus that caused it stops?

    <p>Neoplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment option for hemangiomas involves the use of extreme cold to destroy cancer cells?

    <p>Cryotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic distinguishes a well-differentiated neoplasm from an undifferentiated one?

    <p>&quot;Looks different to tissue of origin&quot; vs. &quot;looks like tissue of origin&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Blanching on pressure" is a characteristic associated with which benign neoplasm?

    <p>&quot;Haemangioma&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Invasive with poorly defined margin" is a characteristic associated with which type of neoplasm?

    <p>&quot;Malignant&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common location for a Lipoma in the oral cavity?

    <p>Palate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following benign neoplasms is associated with human papilloma virus?

    <p>Papilloma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is Fibroepithelial Polyp (FEP) uncommon according to the text?

    <p>Between 20-30 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benign neoplasm runs in families?

    <p>Melanocytic Naevi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common site for Pyogenic Granuloma in the oral cavity?

    <p>Gingiva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benign neoplasm has a characteristic appearance of being soft yellow or pink?

    <p>Lipoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a Pyogenic Granuloma from a granuloma?

    <p>Inflammatory hyperplasia of connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benign neoplasm affects the salivary glands most commonly?

    <p>Pleomorphic Adenoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

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