squamous cell carcinoma

Your pathology report for HPV associated squamous cell carcinoma of the vagina

HPV-associated squamous cell carcinoma of the vagina is a type of vaginal cancer linked to infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). It develops when HPV causes squamous cells in the lining of the vagina to grow abnormally, forming a tumor that can invade surrounding tissues. What are the symptoms of HPV-associated squamous cell carcinoma? Common symptoms …
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What is HPV associated squamous cell carcinoma?

HPV associated squamous cell carcinoma is a type of cancer that starts in squamous cells, which are flat cells that line many parts of the body. It is caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that can cause changes in these cells over time. This type of cancer is different from cancers caused by …
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Clark’s level

Clark’s level is a system used in pathology reports to describe how far a skin cancer, such as invasive squamous cell carcinoma or invasive melanoma, has spread into the skin. It’s an important factor in determining the severity and potential behaviour of the tumour. The system consists of five levels, each indicating how deeply the tumour has penetrated through …
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What is nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma?

Nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (NKSCC) is a type of cancer made up of squamous cells. Squamous cells are thin, flat cells that normally cover the surface of the skin and line many internal areas of the body, including the mouth, throat, lungs, cervix, and anal canal. In healthy tissue, squamous cells often go through a …
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Your pathology report for squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx

Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common type of cancer found in the larynx. The larynx, also known as the voice box, is situated in the neck and plays a crucial role in breathing, swallowing, and speaking. It contains the vocal cords and connects the throat (pharynx) to the trachea (windpipe). The larynx is divided …
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Your pathology report for non-HPV squamous cell carcinoma of the penis

Non-HPV squamous cell carcinoma of the penis (also known as HPV-independent squamous cell carcinoma) is a rare type of cancer that arises from the squamous cells lining the skin of the penis. Unlike the more common form of penile squamous cell carcinoma associated with human papillomavirus (HPV), this type of cancer develops independently of the …
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