MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CARDIOLOGY

PROSTHETIC HEART VALVES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ is an encapsulated tumor composed of mature fat cells that is usually soft and large
A
fibroma
B
lipoma
C
myxoma
D
rhabdomyoma
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lipomas are defined as a common subcutaneous tumor composed of adipose (fat) cells, often encapsulated by a thin layer of fibrous tissue.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lipomas are usually: Encapsulated: They don’t spread to the tissues surrounding them. Painless: However, some lipomas cause pain and discomfort depending on their location, size and if blood vessels are present. Round or oval-shaped: The fatty lumps of rubbery tissue are usually symmetrical.

Detailed explanation-3: -A lipoma is a fatty tumor located just below the skin. It isn’t cancer and is usually harmless. A lipoma is a slow-growing, fatty lump that’s most often situated between your skin and the underlying muscle layer. A lipoma, which feels doughy and usually isn’t tender, moves readily with slight finger pressure.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lipoma. Lipomas are benign soft tissue tumors composed of mature adipose tissue.

Detailed explanation-5: -Nonencapsulated lipomas were defined as relatively heterogeneous without a distinct capsule, whereas encapsulated lipomas were homogeneous with a distinct capsule.

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