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Where can malignant tumors occur within the oral cavity?
Where can malignant tumors occur within the oral cavity?
- Anywhere inside the oral cavity (correct)
- Exclusively in the lymph nodes
- Primarily in the back of the throat
- Only in the mucous membrane and skin
Why are corneal thorny tumors recommended for excision?
Why are corneal thorny tumors recommended for excision?
- They are usually self-resolving and do not require treatment
- They are less precise and may lead to more depressed scarring if left untreated (correct)
- They have a tendency to spread rapidly to distant areas if left untreated
- They are benign and pose no risk if left untreated
What is a distinguishing feature of pre-malignant tumors?
What is a distinguishing feature of pre-malignant tumors?
- They have a potential to transform into malignant tumors (correct)
- They tend to occur primarily in distant locations
- They rarely spread beyond the corresponding lymph nodes
- They are locally gas-forming
How does the text describe the spread of pre-malignant tumors?
How does the text describe the spread of pre-malignant tumors?
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