nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma

Nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (NKSCC)

Nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (NKSCC) is a type of cancer made up of squamous cells that have not undergone keratinization. Keratinization is a process where cells produce and accumulate large amounts of a protein called keratin. As a result, the squamous cells in NKSCC look less pink and more blue when examined under the microscope. …
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Non-keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx

What is non-keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx? Non-keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (NKSCC) is a type of oropharyngeal cancer. The oropharynx is an area of the throat that includes the tonsils, base of the tongue, uvula, and soft palate. This type of cancer quickly spreads to lymph nodes especially those in the neck. For …
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