Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome Overview
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What is the characteristic feature of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?

  • Freckle-like lesions on hands and oral mucosa (correct)
  • Intestinal polyposis
  • Breast cancer in women
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • What distinguishes Peutz-Jeghers syndrome from Gardner syndrome?

  • Increased risk of pancreatic cancer
  • Presence of freckle-like lesions
  • Development of breast cancer in women
  • Malignancy potential of intestinal polyps (correct)
  • Why do patients with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome require significant surveillance?

  • To monitor the development of breast cancer
  • To monitor the development of pancreatic cancer
  • To monitor the development of freckle-like lesions
  • To monitor the development of cancer (correct)
  • What is the risk associated with the intestinal polyps in Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?

    <p>Potential to cause discomfort to the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

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