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Intraepithilial Carcinoma
Medical Questions » Intraepithilial Carcinoma
| Name: Intraepithilial Carcinoma |
| Also known as: IEC |
| A common cancer in the outer layers of skin, similar to, but deeper in the skin than, a squamous cell carcinoma. |
Causes of Intraepithilial Carcinoma
Usually occur in patients who are over 50 years of age and are caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight. The rims of the ears, the face, scalp, arms and hands are commonly affected. |
Symptoms of Intraepithilial Carcinoma
A red spot covered in fine white scales. They may be itchy or sore and are unsightly. |
Tests for Intraepithilial Carcinoma
If suspected, excision or biopsy is necessary to make the diagnosis. |
Treatment for Intraepithilial Carcinoma
Small IECs are easily removed by burning with a diathermy machine or freezing with liquid nitrogen. If larger, or if the diagnosis is not certain, it is necessary to excise the spot and surrounding tissue. Any IEC that recurs after freezing or burning must be surgically excised.
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Complications of Intraepithilial Carcinoma of its treatment
Rarely may spread by blood or lymphatics to other parts of the body. |
Likely Outcome of Intraepithilial Carcinoma
Treatment very effective in early stages of the disease. |
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