Squamous cell carcinoma of larynx, supraglottis

Description

A squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx that arises from the supraglottic area. Signs and symptoms include dysphagia, a sensation of foreign body in the throat, and hemoptysis. It spreads to the space anterior to the epiglottis, pyriform sinus, and base of the tongue.

Coding note from above levels

For use of this category, reference should be made to the mortality coding rules and guidelines in the Reference Guide.

Index terms

Squamous cell carcinoma of larynx, supraglottis

Exclusions from above levels

2B6A – Malignant neoplasm of anterior surface of epiglottis
http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1965082709 – Malignant mesenchymal neoplasms
2C51.2 – Mesotheliomas of peritoneum

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http://id.who.int/icd/entity/879154182 – Neoplasms of central nervous system or related structures
http://id.who.int/icd/entity/944754984 – Neoplasms of haematopoietic or lymphoid tissues

Sibling codes

2C23.2Y – Other specified malignant neoplasms of larynx, supraglottis
2C23.2Z – Malignant neoplasms of supraglottis of larynx, unspecified

Foundation entity

Squamous cell carcinoma of larynx, supraglottis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1223729307

Allowed postcoordination axes

Part of: 2C23.2: Malignant neoplasms of supraglottis of larynx › 2C23: Malignant neoplasms of larynx › 02: Neoplasms