Synonym(s)
Carcinoma of the tongue; lingual carcinoma
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Spinocellular carcinoma of the tongue, developed after chronic inflammation, tight scars, leukoplakia or florid oral papillomatosis.
ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Mostly smokers.
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LocalizationThis section has been translated automatically.
Especially the edge of the tongue.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Nodular or stringy hardening, painful ulceration. Early lymphogenic metastasis.
Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
Syphilitic gumma.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
- Cooperation with the oral-maxillofacial surgeon. Microscopically controlled surgery.
- Excision of the tumor in sano with histological edge control. Depending on tumor stage lymph node extirpation, radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy. S.a.u. carcinoma, spinocellular.
Progression/forecastThis section has been translated automatically.
Awkward.
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Incoming links (4)
Glossitis interstitialis profunda; Glossitis rhombica mediana; Lingual carcinoma; Macroglossia;Outgoing links (6)
Excision; Gumma; Leukoplakia oral (overview); Microscopically controlled surgery; Papillomatosis floride oral; Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin;Disclaimer
Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer