Question

TNM classification system is used in clinical staging of
1. Pain
2. Depression
3. Cancer
4. Obesity

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Cancer

• The TNM staging system (officially known as the TNM classification system of malignant tumors) is a cancer staging system overseen and published by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).
• The TNM staging is mainly used to describe cancers that form solid tumors, such as breast, colon, and lung cancers. 

• The extent and spread of cancer in the patient's body are detected using the TNM system.
  • T refers to the size of the tumor and any spread of cancer to nearby tissue.
  • N refers to the spread of cancer to nearby lymph nodes.
  • M refers to metastasis (spread of cancer to other parts of the body).