Oncology Flashcards
1
Q
classification for cancers?
A
International Classification of Childhood Cancer (ICCC)
2
Q
genes involved? (3)
A
Down syndrome
Fanconi
Neurofibromatosis
3
Q
environment factors?
A
radiation
infection
4
Q
Iatrogenic factors?
A
chemotherapy
radiotherapy
5
Q
acute treatment risks?
A
hair loss
nausea vomiting
bone marrow suppression
6
Q
chronic treatment risks?
A
organ impairment
reduced fertility
second cancer
7
Q
oncological emergencies? (4)
A
sepsis
raised ICP
spincal cord compression
medistinal mass
8
Q
sepsis/febrile neutropenia bacteria?
A
pseudomonas aeruginosa