Anal Adenocarcinoma

**Semantic type:** Neoplastic Process

**Definition:** An adenocarcinoma arising in the anal canal epithelium, including the mucosal surface, the anal glands, and the lining of fistulous tracts. The prognosis is related to the stage at diagnosis.

**Synonyms:** - Adenocarcinoma of Anus - Adenocarcinoma of the Anus