18 Questions
What is the purpose of palliative radiotherapy in inoperable metastasis?
To control pain and bleeding
What is the common symptom of anal cancer?
Anal bleeding with anal pain, itching and a mass at the anal opening
What is the main mechanism of treatment for anal cancer?
Chemoradiation
What is the most common age group affected by rectal cancer?
Above 60 years old
What is the treatment for warts with malignant potential?
Podophyllin and Aldara cream
What is the duration of treatment for T1 lesions?
5 weeks
Why may immunocompromised patients require a modified dose of radiation?
To reduce bone marrow toxicity
Which of the following is a protective factor against colorectal cancer?
Dietary fiber
What percentage of GIT cancers does anal cancer account for?
2.6%
What is the prognosis for Stage 1 rectal cancer?
69.5%
What is the main goal of palliative radiotherapy in inoperable metastasis?
To control pain and bleeding
What is a common risk factor for rectal cancer?
Inflammatory bowel syndrome
What is a complication of chemoradiation in rectal cancer?
Diarrhoea
Which of the following is a lifestyle factor that increases the risk of colorectal cancer?
High alcohol consumption
What is the definition of mechanical causes of large bowel obstruction?
Luminal obstruction, such as fecal impaction or foreign bodies
What is the purpose of regular follow-up in rectal cancer?
To monitor for recurrence
What is a clinical manifestation of rectal cancer?
Rectal bleeding
What is the treatment of choice for perianal cancer with adequate surgical margins?
Excision with adequate surgical margins
This quiz covers the basics of rectal and anal carcinoma, including its incidence, risk factors, and diagnosis. It also touches on the relationship with inflammatory bowel syndrome, polyps, and Lynch Syndrome. Understand the symptoms and treatment options for this common and often deadly cancer.
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