Conjunctival Squamous Cell Carcinoma

**Semantic type:** Neoplastic Process

**Definition:** A carcinoma that arises from the conjunctiva and shows squamous differentiation. It is the most common primary malignant tumor that arises from the conjunctiva. It usually affects older white males. Excessive exposure to sunlight is a risk factor. Patients may present with a mass, red eye, or pain.

**Synonyms:** - Conjunctiva Epidermoid Carcinoma - Conjunctiva Squamous Cell Carcinoma - Conjunctival Epidermoid Carcinoma - Conjunctival Squamous Cell Cancer - Epidermoid Carcinoma of Conjunctiva - Epidermoid Carcinoma of the Conjunctiva - Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Conjunctiva - Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Conjunctiva