SCC

Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Lung: Understanding Your Pathology Report

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common type of lung cancer after adenocarcinoma and belongs to the group of cancers known as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It develops from squamous cells — flat, scale-like cells that normally line the inner walls of the larger airways in the lungs. Unlike adenocarcinoma, which usually …
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What is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)?

Squamous cell carcinoma is a type of cancer that starts from squamous cells, which are flat, thin cells found on the surface of the skin and lining many internal body parts, such as the mouth, throat, lungs, and cervix. It occurs when these squamous cells grow uncontrollably, forming a malignant (cancerous) tumor that can invade …
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Intercellular Bridges: Definition

Intracellular bridges are tiny connections that link one cell to another. They are found in squamous cells, which are flat cells that make up the surface of the skin, the lining of the mouth, throat, and esophagus, and the outer layer of the cervix. These bridges allow squamous cells to stay firmly attached to each …
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