Week 11 - Oncology Flashcards
1
Q
What is cancer?
A
A malignant proliferation of cells.
2
Q
What are the 3 ways to categories cancer?
A
Tissue of origin
Cell type
Subtypes based on further tests
3
Q
What does TNM staging stand for?
A
T - Primary Tumour
N - Lymph node
M - Metastatic disease
4
Q
What are the options for cancer treatment?
A
Surgery Chemotherapy Radiation therapy Hormonal therapy Biological therapies Palliative care
5
Q
What are the indications for cancer surgery?
A
Prevention Diagnosis Curative treatment Debulking Symptom management
6
Q
What are the impacts of cancer?
A
Cancer specific effects
Treatment complications or side effects
Social impact - Social, stigma, work, insurance
Personal impact
