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Squamous cell carcinoma of the corpus uteri

ORPHA:213716· ICD-10 C54.1

Definition

Squamous cell carcinoma of the corpus uteri is a rare cancer of corpus uteri composed of squamous cells of varying degree of differentiation that usually affects postmenopausal women and presents with abnormal vaginal discharge, dysfunctional bleeding, abdominal pain and distension. It is often associated with cervical stenosis and pyometra.

Prevalence
1-9 / 1 000 000
Age of onset
Adult