Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Research from D. Yarmel and co-authors yields new data on squamous cell carcinoma

Published in AIDS Weekly, October 20th, 2008

"Squamous cell carcinoma is a well-known and prevalent form of skin cancer. Although commonly associated with areas of increased sun exposure, squamous cell carcinoma can also localize to the foot," scientists in the United States report.

"Immunocompromised patients are also at an increased risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma, in comparison to individuals with a fully intact immune system. Furthermore, individuals with a history of human papilloma virus infection are at a heightened risk for developing squamous cell carcinoma, particularly in regard to the development of lower extremity lesions. In this report, we discuss the epidemiology and diagnosis of...

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Source: AIDS Weekly (2008-10-20)

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