Princípios de Biópsia/Cirurgia dos cistos e tumores Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a biopsy?
To obtain a tissue sample for diagnostic examination.
True or False: A biopsy can confirm the presence of cancer.
True
Fill in the blank: The most common technique used for biopsies is _______.
needle aspiration
What type of biopsy involves the removal of an entire tumor?
Excisional biopsy
Which imaging techniques are often used to guide biopsies?
Ultrasound, CT scan, and MRI
Multiple Choice: What is a common complication of biopsies?
A) Infection
B) Increased appetite
C) Hair loss
D) None of the above
A) Infection
What does ‘sentinel lymph node biopsy’ help to determine?
Whether cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.
True or False: All tumors require surgical intervention.
False
Fill in the blank: The surgical removal of a tumor is called _______.
tumorectomy
What is the role of a pathologist in the biopsy process?
To examine the tissue sample and provide a diagnosis.
Multiple Choice: Which type of tumor is typically benign?
A) Carcinoma
B) Sarcoma
C) Lipoma
D) Melanoma
C) Lipoma
What is a core needle biopsy?
A procedure that uses a hollow needle to remove a cylinder of tissue.
True or False: Surgical margins are important in determining the success of tumor removal.
True
Fill in the blank: A biopsy performed using a thin, flexible tube is called a _______.
endoscopic biopsy
What is the main advantage of using minimally invasive techniques for biopsies?
Reduced recovery time and lower risk of complications.
Multiple Choice: Which type of tumor is more likely to metastasize?
A) Benign
B) Malignant
C) Dormant
D) None of the above
B) Malignant
What does the term ‘biopsy adequacy’ refer to?
The sufficiency of the tissue sample for accurate diagnosis.
True or False: Local anesthesia is commonly used for outpatient biopsy procedures.
True
Fill in the blank: A _______ biopsy is used to sample tissue from an internal organ through the skin.
percutaneous
What is the purpose of preoperative imaging before tumor surgery?
To assess the size and location of the tumor.
Multiple Choice: Which factor does NOT influence the choice of surgical approach?
A) Tumor size
B) Patient’s age
C) Weather conditions
D) Tumor location
C) Weather conditions
What is the significance of clear surgical margins?
It indicates that no cancer cells are left at the edges of the removed tissue.
True or False: Post-surgery follow-up is unnecessary if margins are clear.
False
Fill in the blank: The term for cancer that has spread from its original site is _______.
metastatic cancer