Larynx verrucous carcinoma

Larynx verrucous carcinoma

Definition

A well differentaited, non-metastasizing squamous cell carcinoma arising from the larynx. It is an exophytic, warty, and slow growing tumor affecting predominantly older men. It is associated with tobacco smoking. Symptoms include hoarseness, airway obstruction, weight loss, dysphagia, and throat pain. If left untreated, it may cause extensive local destruction.

Also known as laryngeal throat verrucous cancer, laryngeal verrucous carcinoma, larynx verrucous carcinoma, verrucous carcinoma of larynx, verrucous carcinoma of the larynx — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Craniocervical region Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Craniocervical region Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Larynx Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Larynx Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Neck Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Neck Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Throat Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0