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Carcinoma Penis and Prostate
Subject - Pathology
B.Sc. Nursing 4th Semester
By, Govinda
Bsc nursing, MSc Nursing , M. A clinical Psychology
Mother Teresa College of Nursing kumhari durg Chhattisgarh
Carcinoma Of penis ( Meaning)
Penis
The penis is the external male
reproductive organ. It has two
main functions:
1. Reproduction – It helps deliver
sperm into the female reproductive
system during sexual intercourse.
2. Urination – It allows urine to
pass from the bladder to outside
Carcinoma
Carcinoma is a malignant tumor
(cancer) that starts in the epithelial
tissues of the body. It has the
ability to grow uncontrollably and
spread (metastasize) to other parts
of the body.
Introduction
Carcinoma of Penis (Penile Cancer)
Carcinoma of the penis is a malignant (cancerous)
tumor that develops from the epithelial cells of the skin
or mucosa of the penis. Most commonly, it is a
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC).
Definition:-
Carcinoma of the penis is a cancer that starts in the
epithelial lining of the penis, often affecting the glans,
foreskin, or shaft. It grows locally and can spread to
nearby lymph nodes (especially inguinal lymph nodes)
and later to other organs.
Incidence
Penile carcinoma is usually squamous cell carcinoma.
Age group: Most common between 40–70 years.
Geographical distribution: More common in Asians and
Africans compared to Western countries.
Etiopathogenesi
s
HPV infection: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a
significant risk factor for penile cancer
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a common
sexually transmitted virus. Persistent infection
with high-risk HPV types, especially HPV-16 and
HPV-18,
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a small, non-
enveloped, double-stranded DNA virus
belonging to the Papillomaviridae family. It
infects the skin and mucous membranes and is
one of the most common sexually transmitted
HPV VIRUS LEAD PENIS CANCER
● Smoking: Increases the risk of penile
cancer
● Poor genital hygiene: Promotes chronic
● irritation and infection – important in
uncircumcised males.
Etiopathogenesis
Gross Examination
May appear as:
Indurated (hard) plaque or area of
redness, or
Exophytic growth (cauliflower-like
mass), or
Ulcerative lesion
Microscopic Examination
Most are squamous cell
carcinomas (SCC) of the
usual type.
Tumor shows nests and islands of malignant
squamous cells infiltrating into underlying tissues.
Keratin pearls seen in well-differentiated tumors
Spread of Tumor
✅ Lymphatic Spread (Most common)
First to superficial and deep inguinal lymph nodes
Later to pelvic and para-aortic lymph nodes
Hematogenous (Blood) Spread
Rare and seen late in the disease
May spread to lungs, liver, bones
Clinical Manifestations
1. Red or white patch (erythroplasia or leukoplakia)
2. Persistent itching, burning, or irritation
3. Non-healing sore or lesion on the penis
4. Thickening of the skin or localized swelling
5. Systemic Symptoms
6. Severe pain in penis
7. Difficulty in urination if urethra is involved
8. Weight loss, fatigue, or weakness (very late States)
Laboratory diagnosis
Diagnostic biopsy
CT and MRI Can helps in stage of the disease
Treatment
Treatment depends upon stage of the disease,
but usually involve surgical removal of the
tumour with dissection of the lymph nodes
Adenocarcinoma Prostate
Adenocarcinoma
Adeno = Gland
Carcinoma = Cancer of epithelial
(surface or lining) tissues
Meaning adenocarcinoma Prostate
Prostate
The prostate is a small, walnut-
shaped gland found only in
males.
It is a part of the male
reproductive system.
It is located just below the
urinary bladder and in front of
the rectum.
adenocarcinoma means
cancer that starts in gland-
forming cells of the prostate.
Introduction
Adenocarcinoma of the prostate is a malignant
(cancerous) tumor that starts in the glandular
cells of the prostate. These cells produce
prostatic fluid (part of semen). It is the most
common type of prostate cancer (about 95% of
cases).
Definition
Incidence in India Overall incidence: India has an age-standardized incidence
rate of (5.6) per (100,000) and is among the top ten countries with the
highest incidence.
Urban vs. rural: Incidence rates are higher in urban areas like Delhi, Kamrup
Urban, and Mumbai.
Age group: The incidence rises after age 50, with a significant acceleration
after age 64.
Advanced stage: A substantial portion of cases are diagnosed at a distant
metastatic stage (around 43% in a 2012-2019 study).
Incidence
High incidence regions: Incidence rates are highest in
Northern and Western Europe, North America,
Australia, New Zealand, and Southern Africa.
Low incidence regions: Asia and North Africa have
historically had lower incidence rates, though cases are
increasing in some Asian countries.
Incidence
Age >50 years
Family history of prostate cancer
Genetic mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2)
High-fat diet, obesity
Causes / Risk Factors
✅ Weak urine stream or dribbling
✅ Burning or pain during urination
✅ Blood in urine (hematuria) or semen
✅ Pain in lower back, spine, or hips (bone metastasis)
✅ Weight loss, fatigue (late stage)
Symptoms
Most commonly arises in the Peripheral Zone (especially posterior lobe) of
the prostate.
Size: Prostate may appear normal in early cases or slightly enlarged/hard
in advanced stages.
Consistency:
Hard, firm, nodular area on palpation.
Gross Examination
Malignant proliferation of glandular epithelium.
Small, crowded, irregular acini (glands) lined by a single layer of atypical
cuboidal/columnar cells.
Single layer of atypical epithelial cells (loss of basal cells)
Microscopic examination
PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) >4 ng/mL (can be high in
BPH also)
Digital Rectal Exam (DRE). Hard, irregular, nodular
prostate
Ultrasound / MRI. Enlarged irregular
prostate
Biopsy (definitive test). Confirms diagnosis
Alkaline Phosphatase in bone
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Investigation
Various modalities of Treatment available
Surgery
Radiation therapy
Chemotherapy
Hormone therapy
Treatment