Neoplasia — Flashcards

An infection with a proliferation of B-cell kappa and lambda light chain phenotypes would cause the 3:2 ratio to _____

_____ lymphoma is associated with chronic inflammatory states (e.g. Hashimoto thyroiditis, Sjogren syndrome, H. pylori gastritis)

Pinealoma may cause _____ due to compression of the cerebral aqueduct

Which type of lymphoma (Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin) is associated with masses composed of reactive inflammatory cells? _____

Is smoking a risk factor for mesothelioma? _____

What is the most common somatic malignancy stemming from a cystic teratoma? _____

Which precursor lesion to penile SCC is more commonly seen in younger patients (40s)? _____

Which subtype of Hodgkin lymphoma is often associated with abundant eosinophils? _____

What is the only factor used to make an absolute diagnosis of benign or malignant?_____

Hodgkin lymphoma may present with eosinophilia due to production of _____ by Reed-Sternberg cells (especially mixed cellularity subtype)