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Spindle cell carcinoma of the conjunctiva
Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|October 1, 1980
Summary
Spindle cell carcinoma, a squamous cell carcinoma variant, can occur in the conjunctiva. This rare ocular tumor exhibits aggressive behavior and characteristic spindle-shaped cells upon histopathologic examination.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Spindle cell carcinoma (SCC) is a recognized variant of squamous cell carcinoma found in various tissues.
- While SCC commonly affects the skin, respiratory tract, oral cavity, and esophagus, its occurrence in the conjunctiva is rare.