302 Imaging and biopsy in caner (staging and prognosis) Flashcards
1
Q
In which cancers is the TNM staging classification used in?
A
All cancers
except haematological malignancy – lymphoma/leukaemia’s
2
Q
What is the TNM staging system?
A
T: Tumour – description of spread of primary tumour
N: Nodes – description of extent of nodal spread
M: Metastases – description of spread to distant organs
3
Q
Why are tumours biopsied?
A
-Determine primary
-Determine cancer biology : histology and immunohistochemistry– Dr Gilbert
-Assess most appropriate treatments.
4
Q
What techniques are used to biopsy cancers?
A
Ultrasound, CT, Endoscopic, bronchoscopic, excision