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📋Overview
Vulvar cancer is a malignant tumor originating from the external female genitalia, primarily affecting the vulva. It is a relatively rare gynecologic cancer. The term 'vulvar cancer' is the modern preferred designation; older or less specific terms may include vulvar carcinoma. Most vulvar cancers are squamous cell carcinomas, but other histologic types exist. The disease typically develops slowly and may be associated with precancerous conditions.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0375071ICD-10-CM
C51C51.9
MeSH
D014846
SNOMED CT (US)
363367000
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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