Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Flashcards
1
Q
What virus increases the risk of nasopharyngeal carcinoma?
A
Ebstein Barr virus (EBV)
2
Q
How do many children with nasopharyngeal carcinoma present?
A
With paraneoplastic syndromes, including clubbing, fever of unknown origin, and SIADH.
3
Q
How is nasopharyngeal carcinoma treated?
A
Most tumors respond to radiation therapy, and chemotherapy can be beneficial. Prognosis depends on whether the tumor has spread to the cervical lymph nodes or beyond.
