Case Study: Cervical Cancer Pathophysiology, HPV, and Risk Factors

This case study examines the pathophysiology of cervical cancer, focusing on the growth of abnormal cells in the cervix, specifically the squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). It explores the role of the human papillomavirus (HPV) as a major risk factor, highlighting HPV16 and HPV18 as the most carcinogenic types. The report analyzes the doctor's assessment of Sara's condition, linking her HPV infection to multiple sexual partners and potential serotype risks. The analysis includes a discussion of the transformation zone where the exocervix joins the endocervix, where SCC often begins. The report emphasizes the doctor's strong theoretical knowledge, scientifically backed solutions, and excellent technical writing skills, demonstrating a clear understanding of the disease and its implications. The solution offers insights into how the spread of the disease can be determined and how medication can be administered.

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 Overall structure
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 Demonstrates good theoretical knowledge on the problem presented
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 Contains relevant information showing insight in the problem. The solution offered is
based on theoretical background and scientific analysis.
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 Shows ability to plan and complete all parts of a written report that fit into the
requirements of reporting the case
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 Meets the standards of technical writing:
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 General aspects of the report:
 Poor  Fair  Good þ Very Good  Excellent ¨ Too brief overall
 Too hurriedly written ¨ Report not set out in formal order  Poor spelling
 Poor grammar  Difficult to follow arguments: muddled, disorganized
 Personal comments/considerations (compulsory – 250 words):

The report is simple, not too long and is direct to the point. Sara’s condition has been
examined and proven to be affected by the human papilloma virus (HPV). The possible cause
of this disease is because Sara is said to have several sexual partners whose sexual status are
not known. She is also said to be at a higher risk of contacting HPV serotype. Based on the
doctor’s report, the doctor explains the possible causes of cervical cancer. Into details, the
doctor states that pathophysiology of cervical cancer is simply the growth of abnormal cells in
a woman’s cervix.
From the doctor’s report, there are two types of cervical cell changes namely, the
Adenocarcinom cell and the squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Among these two cells, the
most common is SCC. When examined under the microscope, the nature of the SCC can
some times appear different or abnormal. These cell at there appearance, their transformation
can be noted at the joint of the endocervix and the exoscervix. These statements theoretically
are well elaborated and can be used to help in determining the spread of the disease and the
how medication can be administered.
In conclusion, the doctor has presented a good theoretical knowledge of the problem, a
relevant solution that is scientifically backed up, and has shown the ability to be able to
complete the remaining parts of the report. The doctor has an excellent technical writing skills
and is easy to find the general aspect of the report.