Squamous cell carcinoma of the rectum

Orpha code: 424002OMIM code:

Definition

A rare epithelial tumor of the rectum, arising from squamous cells in the rectal epithelium, without the presence of squamous-lined fistulous tracts in the rectum or a proximal extension of SCC of anal or gynecological origin. The reported symptoms are often nonspecific, such as anorexia, weight loss, lower abdominal pain, rectal bleeding and changes of bowel habits.

Disease data
Classification

Disease

Synonyms
Rectal squamous cell carcinoma
Rectal squamous cell carcinoma
ORPHA code
424002
OMIM code
-
ICD10 code
C20
ICD11 code
-

No additional description.

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