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Testicular Cancer Flashcards

1
Q

What are the 2 categories of testicular germ cell tumours?

A

Seminomas
Non-seminomas

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What are some examples of non-seminoma tumours?

A

Embryonal
Yolk sac (commonest in kids)
Teratoma
Choriocarcinoma

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What are some examples of non-germ cell tumours?

A

Leydig tumours
Sarcomas

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4
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What are some risk factors of testicular cancer?

A

Infertility
Cryptorchidism
Family History
Kleinfelter’s Syndrome
Mumps orchitis

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5
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What is the most common presenting symptom of a testicular cancer?

A

Painless testicular swelling

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What are the tumour markers for seminomas?

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hCG is elevated in 20%

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What are the tumour markers for non-seminomas?

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AFP +/or beta-hCG in 80-85%

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What tumour marker can be elevated in germ cell tumours?

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LDH (40%)

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What is the first-line imaging for suspected testicular cancer?

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Ultrasound

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10
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What is the treatment of testicular cancer?

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Orchidectomy
Chemo +/or radiotherapy depending on stage and grade

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