Testicular Cancer Types and Characteristics
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Which type of testicular cancer is often sensitive to treatment?

  • Choriocarcinoma
  • Seminoma (correct)
  • Teratoma
  • Embryonal cell carcinoma
  • What is the term for a tumor containing different tissue types?

    Teratoma

    Metastasis refers to the spread of cancer from the primary site to other locations.

    True (A)

    Hypoechoic lesions appear brighter on ultrasound.

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    What does the term "well-defined borders" suggest about a lesion on ultrasound?

    <p>Benign characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acoustic shadowing on ultrasound indicates that a structure is dense.

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    What does "anechoic" mean in ultrasound imaging?

    <p>Fluid-filled area appearing completely dark on ultrasound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of lesion contains both cystic and solid components on imaging?

    <p>Complex mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of testicular cancer associated with high hCG levels?

    <p>Choriocarcinoma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Embryonal cell carcinoma is typically associated with younger males.

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    What type of testicular cancer is typically sensitive to treatment?

    <p>Seminoma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of testicular cancer is associated with high hCG levels?

    <p>Choriocarcinoma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Teratomas are tumors containing different tissue types.

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    Which of the following describes a lesion that appears darker on ultrasound?

    <p>Hypoechoic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acoustic shadowing on ultrasound indicates a dense structure.

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    What does 'anechoic' refer to on ultrasound?

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    Which of the following describes a lesion with both cystic and solid components?

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    Well-defined borders on a lesion on ultrasound suggest benign characteristics.

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    What is the definition of metastasis?

    <p>Spread of cancer from the primary site to other locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of testicular cancer?

    <p>Lymphoma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a hypoechoic lesion on ultrasound?

    <p>Potential pathology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Embryonal cell carcinoma' refer to?

    <p>Aggressive testicular cancer, typically affecting younger males</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the characteristics of a 'complex mass' on ultrasound.

    <p>Lesion with both cystic and solid components on imaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Seminoma

    A type of testicular cancer, often sensitive to treatment.

    Embryonal cell carcinoma

    Aggressive testicular cancer, typically affecting younger males.

    Teratoma

    Tumor containing different tissue types, often in testis.

    Choriocarcinoma

    Rare testicular cancer, associated with high hCG levels.

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    Metastasis

    Spread of cancer from primary site to other locations.

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    Hypoechoic lesion

    Area appearing darker on ultrasound, indicating potential pathology.

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    Well-defined borders

    Clear margins of a lesion, suggesting benign characteristics.

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    Acoustic shadowing

    Dark area behind a structure on ultrasound, indicating density.

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    Anechoic

    Fluid-filled area appearing completely dark on ultrasound.

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    Complex mass

    Lesion with both cystic and solid components on imaging.

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    Testicular cancer

    General term for malignancies in the testis region.

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    Ultrasound imaging

    A technique using sound waves for visualizing internal structures.

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    Benign characteristics

    Traits of a lesion that are typically non-cancerous.

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    Densely attenuating

    Structures that significantly reduce sound waves, creating shadows.

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    Tumor margins

    The outer edges of a tumor, important for diagnosis.

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    Fluid accumulation

    Presence of excess fluid in a specific area within the body.

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    Solid mass

    A tumor that is firm, with no cystic component.

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    Cystic component

    Part of a tumor filled with fluid rather than solid tissue.

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    High hCG levels

    Elevated levels of human chorionic gonadotropin often indicate certain cancers.

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    Lesion characteristics

    Physical features of an abnormal area, helpful for diagnosis.

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    Study Notes

    Testicular Cancer Types

    • Seminoma: A type of testicular cancer, often sensitive to treatment.
    • Embryonal cell carcinoma: An aggressive testicular cancer, typically affecting younger men.
    • Teratoma: A tumor containing various tissue types, often located in the testis.
    • Choriocarcinoma: A rare testicular cancer, associated with high human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels.

    Cancer Spread and Characteristics

    • Metastasis: The spread of cancer from its primary site to other areas of the body.
    • Hypoechoic lesion: A darker area seen on ultrasound, potentially indicating a pathological condition.
    • Well-defined borders: Clear margins of a lesion, suggestive of a less serious, potentially benign condition.
    • Acoustic shadowing: A dark area behind a structure on an ultrasound, implying density.
    • Anechoic: A fluid-filled structure that appears completely dark on ultrasound.
    • Complex mass: A lesion with both solid and cystic components, displayed on imaging.

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    Explore the various types of testicular cancer, including seminoma and embryonal cell carcinoma, and their characteristics. Understand important terms related to cancer spread and ultrasound imaging techniques that can aid in diagnosis. This quiz will test your knowledge on these critical aspects of oncology.

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