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Sarcoma Botryoides — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardHaematology & OncologySarcoma BotryoidesRACP Paediatrics

A 4-year-old girl presents with painless vaginal bleeding. Examination under anaesthesia reveals a grape-like mass protruding from the vagina. Biopsy shows rhabdomyosarcoma (embryonal, botryoid subtype). What is this tumour called?

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Correct answer: DSarcoma botryoides

Sarcoma botryoides: embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma presenting as a grape-like mass from vagina, bladder, or nasal cavity. Treatment: chemotherapy + conservative surgery.

Reference: ANZCHOG – 2024