Squamous Cell Carcinoma - Edubirdie

University:
Western Sydney University
Course:
MEDI 3003 | Applied Clinical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
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346

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1
Author:

Mariam A. A.

**Squamous Cell Carcinoma** **Pathology:** * **Origin:** Arises from squamous epithelial cells (skin, mucous membranes, etc.) * **Risk factors:** Sun exposure, HPV infection, smoking, chronic inflammation * **Gross appearance:** Red, scaly, firm plaques or nodules * **Microscopic appearance:** Keratin pearls, intercellular bridges, and dysplastic cells **Clinical Presentation:** * **Early:** Small, scaly red patch or nodule * **Later:** Ulceration, bleeding, crusting, and regional lymph node involvement **Treatment & Management:** * **Surgery:** * Wide local excision * Mohs micrographic surgery * Lymph node dissection * **Radiation therapy:** * For inoperable or recurrent tumors * **Chemotherapy:** * For advanced disease * **Other:** * Cryotherapy, laser therapy, photodynamic therapy

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