Oncology Flashcards
1
Q
3 tumours that can be diagnosed using MRI
A
- lipoma
- schwannoma
- intramuscular myxoma
2
Q
Ewing’s sarcoma - Chromosomal translocation
A
t(11,12) translocation
3
Q
Signs of malignancy malignant ST tumour:
A
Tumour >5cm
Deep seated
Heterogenous
Surrounding edema
A/w bone destruction
4
Q
Why negative margins?
A
Margins does not determine survival, but local recurrence is associated with a poor prognosis
5
Q
Adequate margins for infiltrative STS
- myxofibrosarcoma (MFS)
- undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma (UPS)
A
To minimise risk of LR, at least 10mm
