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HPV associated dysplasia of the larynx

Background: HPV associated dysplasia of the larynx is a precancerous condition in which the squamous cells that cover the inside surface of the larynx begin to show abnormal growth due to infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). If not treated effectively, this condition can progress to a type of laryngeal cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. …
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Larynx

The larynx is a hollow tube that allows air to pass from the pharynx to the trachea. It is important for breathing and the production of sound. The larynx is located near the middle of the neck. What types of cells are found in the larynx? Specialized squamous cells cover most of the inside surface …
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Keratinizing squamous dysplasia of the larynx

Keratinizing squamous dysplasia of the larynx is a precancerous disease involving the tissue on the inside surface of the larynx. This condition is considered a precancerous disease because it can over time turn into a type of laryngeal cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. Pathologists divide keratinizing squamous dysplasia into three grades – mild, moderate, and …
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