Neoplasia — Flashcards

Tumor cells commonly produce _____ factors (ex. FGF / VEGF), which are necessary for tumor survival and growth

Which tumor suppressor gene is associated with pancreatic cancer?_____

The adenoma-carcinoma sequence begins with _____ gene mutations

Gross exam of _____ often shows a uterus with a single lesion with areas of necrosis and hemorrhage

What is the mechanism that results in malignancy from the CDK4 oncogene?_____

The overlying cartilage in osteochondroma rarely transforms to _____

_____ is a malignant tumor of nasopharyngeal epithelium

Risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma include _____-induced DNA damage

Polycythemia vera is characterized by _____ WBCs

Does hairy cell leukemia typically present with lymphadenopathy? _____