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{{Squamous cell carcinoma}}
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  Name        = Squamous cell carcinoma, NOS |
  Image      = Squamous Cell Carcinoma.jpg |
  Caption    = Tends to arise from pre-malignant lesions, actinic keratoses; surface is usually scaly and often ulcerates (as shown here). |
  ICD10      = C44 |
  ICD9        = {{ICD9|173}} |
  ICDO        = {{ICDO|8070|3}} |
  MedlinePlus    = 000829 |
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{{Squamous cell carcinoma}}
{{CMG}}; '''Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:''' [[User:Aditya Govindavarjhulla|Aditya Govindavarjhulla, M.B.B.S.]] [mailto:agovi@perfuse.org], [[User:Raviteja Reddy Guddeti|Raviteja Guddeti, M.B.B.S.]] [mailto:rgudetti@perfuse.org]
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma overview|Overview]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma historical aspects|Historical Aspects]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma pathophysiology|Pathophysiology]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma epidemiology and demographics|Epidemiology and Demographics]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma risk factors|Risk Factors]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma screening|Screening]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma causes of squamous cell carcinoma|Causes of Squamous cell carcinoma]]==
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma differential diagnosis|Differential Diagnosis]]==


==[[Squamous cell carcinoma natural history complications and prognosis|Natural History Complications and Prognosis]]==
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin overview|Overview]]==


==[[Squamous cell carcinoma clinical features|Clinical Features]]==
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin historical perspective|Historical Perspective]]==


==Signs & Symptoms==
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin classification|Classification]]==


*The lesion caused by SCC is often [[asymptomatic]]
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin pathophysiology|Pathophysiology]]==
*Ulcer or reddish skin plaque that is slow growing
*Intermittent bleeding from the tumor, especially on the lip
*The clinical appearance is highly variable
*Usually the tumor presents as an ulcerated lesion with hard, raised edges
*The tumor may be in the form of a hard plaque or a [[papule]], often with an opalescent quality, with [[telangiectasia]]
*The tumor can lie below the level of the surrounding skin, and eventually ulcerates and invades the underlying tissue
*The tumor commonly presents on sun-exposed areas (e.g. back of the hand, scalp, lip, and superior surface of [[pinna]])
*On the lip, the tumor forms a small ulcer, which fails to heal and bleeds intermittently
*Evidence of chronic skin photodamage, such as multiple [[actinic keratoses]] (solar keratoses)
*The tumor grows relatively slowly
*Unlike basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) has a substantial risk of [[metastasis]]
*Risk of metastasis is higher in SCC arising in scars, on the lower lips or mucosa, and occurring in immunosupressed patients. About *one-third of lingual and mucosal tumors metastasize before diagnosis (these are often related to tobacco and alcohol use)


== Diagnosis ==  
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin causes|Causes]]==


Diagnosis is via a [[biopsy]].  For the skin, look under [[skin biopsy]].
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin differential diagnosis|Differenting Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin from other Diseases]]==


The pathological appearance of a squamous cell cancer varies with the depth of the biopsy.  For that reason, a biopsy including the subcutanous tissue and basalar epithelium, to the surface is necessary for correct diagnosis.  The performance of a shave biopsy (see [[skin biopsy]]) might not acquire enough information for a diagnosis.  An excision biopsy is ideal, but not practical in most cases.  An incisional or punch biopsy is preferred.  A shave biopsy is least ideal, especially if only the superficial portion is acquired.
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin epidemiology and demographics|Epidemiology and Demographics]]==


=== Physical Examination ===
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin risk factors|Risk Factors]]==


==== Skin ====
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin screening|Screening]]==


Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin is often caused by long term exposure to the sun.  To be diagnosed, a [[biopsy]] is done where a sample is taken and examined under a microscope by a [[Pathologist]]. If it is found to be cancerous, a surgery is done to remove it.
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin natural history, complications and prognosis|Natural History, Complications and Prognosis]]==


Squamous cell carcinomas account for about 20% of non-melanoma [[skin cancer]]s, (with [[basal cell carcinoma]]s accounting for about 80%), and are clinically more significant because of their ability to [[metastasize]]. Squamous cell carcinoma is  usually developed in the epithelial layer of the [[skin]] and sometimes in various mucous membranes of the body.
==Diagnosis==


Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common [[skin cancer|cancer of the skin]] (after [[basal cell carcinoma]] but more common than [[melanoma]]). It usually occurs in areas exposed to the sun, and can generally be treated by [[excision]] or [[mohs surgery]] only.
[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin staging|Staging]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin history and symptoms|History and Symptoms]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin physical examination|Physical Examination]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin laboratory findings|Laboratory Findings]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin electrocardiogram|Electrocardiogram]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin chest x ray|Chest X Ray]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin CT|CT]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin MRI|MRI]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin echocardiography or ultrasound|Echocardiography or Ultrasound]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin other imaging findings|Other Imaging Findings]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin other diagnostic studies|Other Diagnostic Studies]]


Sunlight exposure and [[immunosuppression]] are risk factors for SCC of the skin with chronic sun exposure being the strongest environmental risk factor.<ref> name="mdconsult"</ref> The risk of metastasis is low, but is much higher than basal cell carcinoma.
==Treatment==


Squamous cell cancers of the lip and ears have high metastatic and recurrence rate (20 to 50%)<ref>http://www.aad.org/public/publications/pamphlets/sun_squamous.html</ref>.  Squamous cell cancers of the skin in individuals on immunotherapy or having lymphoproliferative disorders (leukemias) are much more aggressive, regardless of their location.<ref>http://www.skincarephysicians.com/skincancernet/squamous_cell_carcinoma.html</ref>
[[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin medical therapy|Medical Therapy]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin surgery|Surgery]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin primary prevention|Primary Prevention]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin secondary prevention|Secondary Prevention]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin cost-effectiveness of therapy|Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy]] | [[Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin future or investigational therapies|Future or Investigational Therapies]]


Australian scientist Ian Frazer who developed the cervical cancer vaccine, says that animal tests have been effective in preventing squamous cell carcinoma in animals, and there may be a human vaccine against this kind of skin cancer within the decade.<ref>Cosmos Online - Skin cancer vaccine within reach (http://www.cosmosmagazine.com/news/2327/skin-cancer-vaccine-within-reach)</ref>
==Case Studies==
 
==== Ear Nose and Throat ====
 
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Image:Squamous cell carcinoma oral 001.jpg|Squamous cell carcinoma in oral cavity. <br> <small> [http://www.peir.net Image courtesy of Professor Peter Anderson DVM PhD and published with permission © PEIR, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Pathology] </small>
Image:Squamous cell carcinoma oral 002.jpg|Squamous cell carcinoma in oral cavity. <br> <small> [http://www.peir.net Image courtesy of Professor Peter Anderson DVM PhD and published with permission © PEIR, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Pathology] </small>
Image:Squamous cell carcinoma oral 003.jpg|Squamous cell carcinoma in oral cavity. <br> <small> [http://www.peir.net Image courtesy of Professor Peter Anderson DVM PhD and published with permission © PEIR, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Pathology] </small>
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Image:squamous cell skin cancer.jpg|Squamous cell skin cancer.<ref>http://picasaweb.google.com/mcmumbi/USMLEIIImages</ref>
Image:Squamous_cell_carcinoma.jpg|A large squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue<ref>http://picasaweb.google.com/mcmumbi/USMLEIIImages</ref>
Image:AuricleMelanoma SqCC.jpg|This patient had two adjacent cancers.  The flat black lesion below the antitragus is a malignant melanoma.  The white elevated keratotic lesion is a squamous cell carcinoma <ref>http://www.ghorayeb.com</ref>.
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Image:Head oral scc.jpg|Squamous Cell Cancer of the Mouth: Irregular, necrotic appearing tissue  on the inside of the mouth due to extensive squamous cell cancer. Patient has limited ability to open  his mouth (aka trismus) as a result of the infiltrating cancer.
Image:head_oral_scc1.jpg|Squamous Cell Cancer, Base of Tongue: Note white area with swelling, right  base of tongue.
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Image:Head_oral_scc2.jpg|Squamous Cell Cancer of the Mouth: Cancer that began along the lower gum  line has spread to left submandibular lymph nodes.
Image:Head_oral_scc3.jpg|Squamous Cell Cancer of the Mouth: Cancer that began along the lower gum  line has spread to left submandibular lymph nodes.
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Image:Auriclesqccastellateexcision.jpg|Recurrent squamous cell carcinoma of the auricle (far left) excised with a stellate incision across the antihelix<ref>http://www.ghorayeb.com</ref>.
Image:Auricle003.jpg|The final result of the excision<ref>http://www.ghorayeb.com</ref>.
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===Esophagus===
 
[[Esophageal cancer]] may be due to either squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) or [[adenocarcinoma]] (EAC). SCCs tend to occur closer to the mouth, while adenocarcinomas occur closer to the stomach. [[Dysphagia]] (difficulty swallowing, solids worse than liquids) and [[odynophagia]] are common initial symptoms. If the disease is localized, [[esophagectomy]] may offer the possibility of a cure. If the disease has spread, [[chemotherapy]] and radiotherapy are commonly used.
 
====Penis====
When squamous cell carcinoma in situ (Bowen's disease) is found on the penis, it is called erythroplasia of Queyrat<ref>http://www.emedicine.com/derm/TOPIC144.HTM</ref>.  This type of cancer respond very well to an experimental agent called Aldara.
 
====Prostate====
When associated with the prostate, squamous cell carcinoma is very aggressive in nature. It is difficult to detect as there is no increase in [[prostate specific antigen]] levels seen; meaning that the cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage.
 
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Image:Squamous cell carcinoma of prostate.jpg|Prostate: Squamous cell carcinoma
Image:Squamous cell carcinoma of prostate 2.jpg|Prostate: Squamous cell carcinoma
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====Lung====
 
When associated with the lung, it often causes ectopic production of [[parathyroid hormone-related protein]] (PTHrP), resulting in [[hypercalcemia]].
 
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Image:Oral cancer (1) squamous cell carcinoma histopathology.jpg|[[Biopsy]] of a highly differentiated squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth. [[H&E stain|Haematoxylin & eosin stain]].
Image:Ca bronchus.jpg|Photograph of a squamous cell carcinoma. Tumour is on the left, obstructing the bronchus (lung). Beyond the tumour the bronchus is inflammed and contains mucus
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====Vagina and cervix====
 
Vaginal squamous cell carcinoma spreads slowly and usually stays near the vagina, but may spread to the lungs and liver. This is the most common type of [[vaginal cancer]].
 
=== Cervix: Squamous cell carcinoma===
 
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==[[Squamous cell carcinoma medical treatment|Medical treatment]]==
 
 
==[[Squamous cell carcinoma surgical treatment|Surgical treatment]]==
 
 
==Experimental treatments==
 
In 2007, Australian biopharmaceutical company Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals Limited began [[clinical trials]] with a [[melanocyte-stimulating hormone]] called [[melanotan]]  (known by the [[International Nonproprietary Name]] ''afamelanotide'', formerly CUV1647)<ref name="Clinuvel-INN">{{Cite web|url=http://www.clinuvel.com/resources/pdf/asx_announcements/2008/20080617WHOGenericName.pdf|title=World Health Organisation assigns CUV1647 generic name|accessdate=2008-06-17|publisher=Clinuvel|year=2008|format=[[Portable Document Format|PDF]]}}</ref> to provide [[photoprotection]] for organ transplant patients against squamous cell carcinoma of the skin and [[actinic keratosis]].<ref name="Clinuvel">[http://www.clinuvel.com/en/faqs/ Clinuvel » Investors » FAQs<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref name="PharmaAsia">[http://www.pharmaasia.com/article-6618-clinuvelsdrugbeginsglobalphaseiiskincancertrials-Asia.html PharmaAsia - Clinuvel’s Drug Begins Global Phase II Skin Cancer Trials]</ref>
 
While [[Mohs surgery]] is frequently utilized and often considered the treatment of choice for squamous cell carcinoma of the skin, physicians have utilized the method for the treatment of squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth, throat, and neck.<ref>Gross, K.G., et al. Mohs Surgery, Fundamentals and Techniques. 1999, Mosby.</ref>
 
Aldara ([[Imiquimod]]) has been used with great success for squamous cell carcinoma in situ of the skin and the penis.  After treatment, the skin resembles normal skin without the usual scarring and morbidity associated with standard excision.  Imiquimod is not FDA approved for any squamous cell carcinoma.
 
==References==
{{reflist|2}}
 
==External links==
*[http://www.skincancer.org/squamous/index.php Information on Squamous Cell Carcinoma from The Skin Cancer Foundation]
* [http://www.emedicine.com/DERM/topic401.htm Article by Stephen D Hess, MD, PhD]
* [http://www.dermnetnz.org/lesions/squamous-cell-carcinoma.html DermNet NZ: Squamous cell carcinoma]
* [http://www.skintherapyletter.com/2004/9.4/2.html Squamous cell carcinoma in transplant recipients]


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