Oncology Epidemiology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the approximate incidence of malignancy in childhood?
A
1 in 500 before the age of 15
2
Q
Which are the most common childhood malignancies and what percentage of childhood malignancies do they make up approximately?
A
30% Leukaemia
25% Brain and spinal tumours
10% Lymphoma
3
Q
What are the other malignancies which are seen in paediactrics?
A
Neuroblastoma – 7% Soft tissue sarcomas – 7% Wilma tumours (nephroblastoma) – 6% Bone tumour – 4% Retinoblastoma 3%
