Which glands are sometimes removed to prevent a recurrence of prostate or breast cancer?
a. Pituitary
b. Epithelial
c. Adrenal
d. Thyroid
ANS: C
The adrenal glands are a large source of estrogens and may stimulate a recurrence or metastasis from prostate or breast cancer. A bilateral adrenalectomy may be performed to reduce the hormonal environment within the body.
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