302 Imaging and biopsy in caner (staging and prognosis) Flashcards

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In which cancers is the TNM staging classification used in?

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All cancers

except haematological malignancy – lymphoma/leukaemia’s

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What is the TNM staging system?

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T: Tumour – description of spread of primary tumour

N: Nodes – description of extent of nodal spread

M: Metastases – description of spread to distant organs

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Why are tumours biopsied?

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-Determine primary
-Determine cancer biology : histology and immunohistochemistry– Dr Gilbert
-Assess most appropriate treatments.

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What techniques are used to biopsy cancers?

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Ultrasound, CT, Endoscopic, bronchoscopic, excision

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