Squamous cell cancer of upper esophagus

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Q) A 65-year-old male presents with grade IV dysphagia and is diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the upper third of the esophagus. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

a) Definitive chemoradiotherapy
b) Neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by transhiatal esophagectomy
c) Systemic chemotherapy alone
d) Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy followed by three-field esophagectomy

✅ Correct answer: a) Definitive chemoradiotherapy

💡 Explanation:

  • Upper third esophageal squamous cell carcinoma poses a challenge for surgical resection due to its proximity to the pharynx and larynx.

  • In resectable upper esophageal SCC, especially in older patients or when the tumor is very proximal, definitive chemoradiotherapy (CRT) is often the preferred treatment to avoid morbid surgery like laryngopharyngoesophagectomy.

  • Multiple guidelines, including NCCN and ESMO, recommend definitive CRT for upper esophageal SCC unless there’s a compelling reason for surgery.

❌ Why other options are incorrect:

  • b) Neoadjuvant chemo + THE:
      THE (transhiatal esophagectomy) is not suitable for upper esophageal tumors. It doesn't provide good access to cervical/upper thoracic esophagus.

  • c) Chemotherapy alone:
      Not standard. Chemotherapy without radiation is inadequate for curative intent in localized esophageal cancer.

  • d) Neoadjuvant CRT + three-field esophagectomy:
      Though this is an option for mid/lower third esophageal cancers, especially in younger patients, it's more morbid and rarely used for upper third SCC in older patients.

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Radical Cholecystectomy

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 Q) Radical cholecystectomy includes all except

a) Segment IVb and Va

b) 2cm wedge resection

c) Rt Extended Hepatectomy

d) Paraaortic lymphnodes

Answer and Explanation here

History of Radical Cholecystectomy

  1. Early 20th century removal of gall bladder and wedge of liver ( No lymphadenectomy) 
  2. In 1954, Glenn et al - radical resection procedure with intended regional lymphadenectomy (portal lymph node dissection), designated as “radical cholecystectomy” (Glenn operation)
  3.  Fahim et al in 1962 advocated radical resection consisting of hepatectomy and portal lymph node dissection

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Borderline resectable pancreatic malignancy

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Q)False in Borderline resectable Pancreatic malignancy

a) Solid tumor contact with the IVC <180

b) Solid tumor contact with the SMA of ≤180 degree

c) Solid tumor with CHA involvement of 2.5 CM

d) Solid tumor contact with the SMV or PV of >180 degrees

 

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Blood transfusion

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Q81) In trauma what is the ratio of PRBC: FFP to be transfused?
a) 1:1
b) 1:2
c) 1:3
d) 1:4
Correct Answer: a) 1:1

When there is requirement of more than 6 units of PRBC, FFP and other blood products are required. FFP and platelets should be transfused first and then PRBC. For every 7–12 Units of PRBC, ideally 6 units of FFP and one unit of platelets should be given.
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Benign polyps of esophagus

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Q ) False regarding Benign lesion of esophagus

a) Fibrovascular  polyps are seen in mid and lower two third

b) Leiomyoma  and Leiomyosarcoma have same distribution.

c)Leiomyoma enucleation is sufficient

d) Leiomyoma are the most common benign tumors of esophagus

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Pouchitis after IPAA in ulcerative colitis

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NEET SS - Pouchitis Question

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Q: Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for pouchitis post-IPAA in ulcerative colitis?

Explanation Ans A :
Pouchitis is a common complication of Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis (IPAA) for Ulcerative Colitis, with an incidence up to 50%.

✅ Smoking is protective against pouchitis.

Risk factors include: - Extra-intestinal manifestations (e.g. arthritis) - ANCA positivity - NOD2insC mutation - NSAIDs and PPI use post-op - Extent of colitis and thrombocytosis

🔗 Ref: Wiley Journal Article

lymphatics of colon

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Q ) Which of the following group of lymph nodes  lymphatics of the colon first drain to?

a) Paracolic

b) Epicolic

c) Nodes along SMA/IMA

d) Para aortic

Ans ) b

Lymphatics first drain to epicolic group along the bowel wall

Then it goes to  paracolic group along the marginal artery

Intermediate group along the named vessels SMA/IMA

Finally to para aortic 

Colon and upper 2/5 of rectum --- Para aortic

Lower 1/5 of rectum and anal canal - Superficial inguinal lymph nodes

Ref Sabiston-1317