Gastric cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Bacteria that is a risk factor for gastric cancer?
A
H.pylori
2
Q
Acceptable weekly units for a man?
A
Less than 14 units
3
Q
If gastric cancer has spread to the lymph nodes what will be seen?
A
Virchow’s node- L supraclvaiculat lymph node
Sister Mary Joseph node- perilumbical nodule
4
Q
Sympotms of gastric cancer?
A
- abdo pain
- weight loss
- nausea and vomitting
- Dysphagia
5
Q
How is gastric cancer diagnosed?
A
OGD endoscopy with biospy
6
Q
Type of cells that are seen in OGD in gastric cancer?
A
Signet ring cells
