Vulvar & Vagina Cancer Quiz 7 Flashcards
1
Q
Vulvar cancer is most likely to occur in women of which of the age groups?
A
70 or older
More common in Hispanic Women, followed by African Americans
2
Q
What is the most common histology type of Vulvar cancer
A
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
3
Q
Which is the most common site for Vulvar Cancer
A
Labia
4
Q
Women of Vulvar cancer often present with a history of which of the following?
- painful urination
- a palpable mass on the vulva
- pruritis
- vaginal bleeding
A
All of the above
5
Q
Which histology type has the better prognosis for Vulvar cancer
A
Adenocarcinoma- 5 year survival rate 100% if detected early
6
Q
What is the common histology type of primary vaginal cancer
A
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
7
Q
Which portion of the vagina do most primary tumors occur
A
Upper 1/3
8
Q
Which female reproductive organ is most radiosensative?
A
Ovary
