Skin & Dermatology

Squamous cell carcinoma of skin

What does Squamous cell carcinoma of skin mean?

A skin cancer arising from squamous cells that can invade and, in some cases, spread.

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Understanding Medical Words ↗ National Cancer Institute
Cancer Terms Dictionary ↗ CDC
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