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DrNB MEDICAL ONCOLOGY THEORY Q&A (online)
This course contains last 10 Years DrNB Medical Oncology Theory Q&A. It contains all 3 Papers : Paper 1, 2,3.
Summary of essential topics in medical oncology:
1. Cancer Biology
Key Concepts: Uncontrolled cell growth, genetic mutations, and metastasis.
Summary: Cancer develops due to mutations in oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, and DNA repair genes, leading to unregulated cell division and invasion of tissues.
2. Cancer Screening and Prevention
Key Concepts: Early detection, risk factors, lifestyle modifications.
Summary: Screening (e.g., mammograms, colonoscopies) helps detect cancer early. Prevention focuses on reducing risk factors like smoking, obesity, and UV exposure.
3. Cancer Staging and Diagnosis
Key Concepts: TNM system (Tumor, Nodes, Metastasis).
Summary: Staging determines cancer’s extent and guides treatment. Diagnostic tools include imaging, biopsy, and molecular testing.
4. Cancer Treatments
Key Concepts: Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy.
Summary:
Surgery: Removes localized tumors.
Radiation: Targets cancer cells with high-energy rays.
Chemotherapy: Uses drugs to kill rapidly dividing cells.
Targeted Therapy: Blocks specific molecules in cancer pathways.
Immunotherapy: Enhances the immune system to fight cancer.
5. Types of Cancers
Key Concepts: Solid tumors vs. hematologic malignancies.
Summary: Examples include:
Breast cancer (hormone-receptor positive or HER2-positive).
Lung cancer (small cell vs. non-small cell).
Hematologic malignancies (e.g., leukemia, lymphoma).
6. Supportive and Palliative Care
Key Concepts: Quality of life, symptom management.
Summary: Focuses on pain control, managing side effects (e.g., nausea, fatigue), and psychological support.
7. Advances in Oncology
Key Concepts: Genomics, precision medicine, CAR-T therapy.
Summary: Research is advancing with personalized treatments based on genetic profiling, and innovative therapies like CAR-T cells are revolutionizing care.
8. Oncologic Emergencies
Key Concepts: Hypercalcemia, spinal cord compression, tumor lysis syndrome.
Summary: Rapid diagnosis and management of life-threatening conditions are critical
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