Human papillomavirus associated serous carcinoma of the uterine cervix in a patient with long-term survival: A case report
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Serous carcinoma of the uterine cervix (USCC) is a rare, aggressive cancer. Multimodal treatment including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy can improve survival for patients with this challenging diagnosis.
Area Of Science
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Pathology
Background
- Serous carcinoma of the uterine cervix (USCC) is a rare subtype of cervical adenocarcinoma.
- It is classified as human papillomavirus (HPV)-independent or HPV-associated.
- USCC is known for its high invasiveness and poor prognosis, with limited global data.
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