Question 69 (part 2) · LDEK · Precancerous lesions and neoplasms

Xeroderma and xeroderma pigmentosum is inherited condition with developing of spotted discoloration and atrophic skin lesions. Its incidence is related to increased cancer occurrence of:

  1. A. lower lip.
  2. B. oral cavity floor.
  3. C. tongue.
  4. D. salivary glands.
  5. E. maxillary sinus.
Hint

The disorder is a defect in repairing UV-damaged DNA, so cancers arise in sun-exposed sites.

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