Rectal and Anal Carcinoma

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What is the purpose of palliative radiotherapy in inoperable metastasis?

To reduce the risk of new malignancies

To cure the cancer

To control pain and bleeding (correct)

To improve the prognosis of the patient

What is the common symptom of anal cancer?

Diarrhea and fecal incontinence

Anal itching only

Anal bleeding with anal pain, itching and a mass at the anal opening (correct)

Anal pain only

What is the main mechanism of treatment for anal cancer?

Chemotherapy

Immunotherapy

Chemoradiation (correct)

Surgery

What is the most common age group affected by rectal cancer?

Above 60 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for warts with malignant potential?

Podophyllin and Aldara cream Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of treatment for T1 lesions?

5 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Why may immunocompromised patients require a modified dose of radiation?

To reduce bone marrow toxicity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a protective factor against colorectal cancer?

Dietary fiber Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of GIT cancers does anal cancer account for?

2.6% Signup and view all the answers

What is the prognosis for Stage 1 rectal cancer?

69.5% Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of palliative radiotherapy in inoperable metastasis?

To control pain and bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for rectal cancer?

Inflammatory bowel syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What is a complication of chemoradiation in rectal cancer?

Diarrhoea Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a lifestyle factor that increases the risk of colorectal cancer?

High alcohol consumption Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of mechanical causes of large bowel obstruction?

Luminal obstruction, such as fecal impaction or foreign bodies Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of regular follow-up in rectal cancer?

To monitor for recurrence Signup and view all the answers

What is a clinical manifestation of rectal cancer?

Rectal bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for perianal cancer with adequate surgical margins?

Excision with adequate surgical margins Signup and view all the answers