Tumors

Question 1

From what cell types do cancers of the urethra arise?

Answer 1

Squamous or transitional cells

Question 2

In what population do cancers of the penis mostly occur?

Answer 2

Uncircumcised men

Question 3

What is smegma?

Answer 3

Inflammatory penis exudate that accumulates beneath the prepuce

Question 4

What are the two types of penis squamous cell carcinoma in situ?

Answer 4

1. Bowen Disease
2. Erythroplasia of Queyrat

Question 5

What is Bowen Disease?

Answer 5

Sharply demarcated, erythematous/grayish white plaque on the shaft

Question 6

What is Erythroplasia of Queyrat?

Answer 6

Solitary/Multiple shiny soft erythematous plaques on the glans/foreskin (SCC in situ)

Question 7

What is Bowenoid papulosis of the penis caused by?

Answer 7

HPV

Question 8

Describe the appearance of Bowenoid papulosis

Answer 8

Multiple brown/violaceous papules

Question 9

Verrucous Carcinoma of the penis is shown. What condition is it similar to? How is it different than this condition?

Answer 9

Cytologically similar to condyloma acuminatum

Question 10

Where was scrotal cancer first identified?

Answer 10

In chimney sweeps