23. Cancer in children Flashcards
1
Q
Why are some cancers more common in children?
A
Suggested that some cells within children are undergoijng rapid growth adn development compared to in adults and there are fewer breask in proliferation than there are in adults
2
Q
What is Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL)?
A
Most common malignancy in children
Most frequent cause of death from cancer in the under 20 age group
Cellular origin are lymphoids
3
Q
What is the clinical presentation of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia?
A
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4
Q
What is the cause of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia?
A
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