Lung Cancer

Question 1

which kind of cancer is particularly photosensitive?

Answer 1

small cell

other types are mainly treated with surgery, they can be with chemo/ radiotherapy

Question 2

which hormone is involved with squamous carcinoma?

Answer 2

parathyroid hormone (PTH)

Question 3

which hormone type is involved with small cell carcinoma?

Answer 3

adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)

Question 4

which TF do adenocarcinoma express?

Answer 4

Thyroid transcription factor 1 (TTF1)

Question 5

which nuclear antigen does squamous carcinoma express?

Answer 5

p63

and high molecular weight cytokeratins

Question 6

is stridor a wheeze on expiration or inspiration?

Answer 6

inspiration

Question 7

what happens in Hypertrophic pulmonary osteoarthropathy?

Answer 7

periosteum becomes inflamed and lifts off bone

symptoms of pain and tenderness of the long bones near the adjacent joints

Question 8

what is the treatment for hypercalcaemia?

Answer 8

initially rehydration

If calcium is very high on admission (>4) or does not correct with fluid then also use IV Bisphosphonate

Treat underlying cancer – usually Squamous cell

Question 9

what does SIADH (Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone) do to sodium concentration?

Answer 9

lowers it

ensure fluid restriction 1.5L per day