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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell MeSH Descriptor Data 2026
coordinate IM with precoordinated organ/neoplasm term (IM)
Scope Note
A carcinoma derived from stratified SQUAMOUS EPITHELIAL CELLS. It may also occur in sites where glandular or columnar epithelium is normally present. (From Stedman, 25th ed)
Entry Term(s)
Carcinoma, Epidermoid
Carcinoma, Planocellular
Carcinoma, Squamous
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Public MeSH Note
81; was CARCINOMA, EPIDERMOID 1963-80
Online Note
use CARCINOMA, SQUAMOUS CELL to search CARCINOMA, EPIDERMOID 1966-80
A carcinoma derived from stratified SQUAMOUS EPITHELIAL CELLS. It may also occur in sites where glandular or columnar epithelium is normally present. (From Stedman, 25th ed)