Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Flashcards
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Nasophaeyngeal Carcinoma: Define/Causative agent
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This is a squamous cell carinoma of the nasopharynx.
Epstein Barr Virus
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Nasophaeyngeal Carcinoma: Presentation
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Nasal obstruction, discharge or bleeding Otalgia Unilateral Serous Otitis Media Cervical Lymphadenopathy Cranial Nerve Palsy
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Nasophaeyngeal Carcinoma: Investigations
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CT MRI
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Nasophaeyngeal Carcinoma: Diagnosis
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Unilateral conductive hearing loss
Ipsilateral facial & ear pain
Ipsilateral paralysis of soft palate
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Nasophaeyngeal Carcinoma: Treatment
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Radiotherapy