Adenocarcinoma of cervix uteri

Description

An adenocarcinoma arising from the cervical epithelium. It accounts for approximately 15% of invasive cervical carcinomas. Increased numbers of sexual partners and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection are risk factors. Grossly, advanced cervical adenocarcinoma may present as an exophytic mass, an ulcerated lesion, or diffuse cervical enlargement. Microscopically, the majority of cervical adenocarcinomas are of the endocervical (mucinous) type.

Coding note from above levels

Includes Malignant neoplasm of skin of female genital organs

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

Exclusions from above levels

• 2E05.Y – Malignant neoplasm metastasis in cervix
• 2E05 – Malignant neoplasm metastasis in female reproductive system
• http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1965082709 – Malignant mesenchymal neoplasms