Tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma

**Semantic type:** Neoplastic Process

**Definition:** A squamous cell carcinoma that arises from the tongue. It usually presents as a painful ulcerated or nodular lesion. The size of the tumor and the status of the lymph nodes are the most important factors that determine prognosis.

**Synonyms:** - SCC of Tongue - SCC of the Tongue - Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Tongue - Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Tongue - Tongue SCC