Penile cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Type
A
Squamous cell carcinoma
2
Q
There is evidence that circumcision will reduce the risk of developing this. True or false
A
False
3
Q
Who gets it?
A
Elderly males
Uncommon in UK
Often presents late
- due to embarrassment
4
Q
Clinical features
A
Usually affects glans of prepuce Red raised area on the penis Fungating mass Foul smelling Phimosis
5
Q
Investigation of choice
A
US
6
Q
Investigations
A
US
MRI
Sentinel node biopsy
- check inguinal nodes
7
Q
Investigations if there is metastatic disease
A
CT
Bone scan
8
Q
Pathology
A
Full thickness dysplasia of the epidermis
Cauliflower mass
9
Q
Management - surgery
A
Total/partial penectomy
Reconstruction of penis
10
Q
Management - palliative therapy
A
Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy
