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Spinocellular Carcinoma

Plattenepithelkarzinom (SCC) Carcinoma-Espinocelular
SKIN CANCER

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

This type of cancer usually forms in areas exposed to the sun, such as the head, neck, hands and arms, but can also appear in other parts of the body.

The squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common type of skin cancer after basal cell carcinoma, and can be caused by chronic sun exposure, as well as the use of sunbeds, family history of skin cancer, immunosuppression and other factors. If left untreated, squamous cell carcinoma can spread to other parts of the body such as lymph nodes or other organs, so it is important to seek medical treatment if squamous cell carcinoma is suspected.

Treatment

The treatment of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) depends on the size, location and extent of the cancer, as well as the general health of the patient. The most common treatments include:

  1. Surgery: Surgical removal of the cancer is the most common treatment for CSCC. In some cases, it may be necessary to remove nearby lymph nodes as well.
  2. Radiotherapy: Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells. It can be used as the main treatment or as an adjunct to surgery.
  3. Photodynamic therapyThis treatment involves the application of a photosensitizing agent to the skin that is activated by light to destroy cancer cells.
  4. Cryosurgery: This treatment uses liquid nitrogen to freeze and destroy cancer cells.
  5. Immunotherapy: This treatment uses drugs to help the body’s immune system fight cancer cells.

In general, treatment of squamous cell carcinoma is highly effective if detected and treated early. For this reason, it is important to have regular check-ups with a dermatologist and take measures to reduce sun exposure and protect the skin.

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