
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Type
📋Overview
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a common type of cancer arising from squamous cells, which are flat cells found in the skin and lining of various organs. It is a form of non-melanoma skin cancer but can also occur in other tissues such as the lungs, esophagus, and cervix. The term 'squamous cell carcinoma' is the modern preferred terminology and encompasses various anatomical sites where squamous cells are present.
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