Single Biggest Cancer Dictionary in the World

What is

stage III lip and oral cavity cancer

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Pronunciation: /steɪʤ iii* lɪp ənd ˈɔrəl ˈkævəti ˈkænsər/

stage III lip and oral cavity cancer

Definition

The tumor (1) is larger than 2 centimeters but not larger than 4 centimeters and the deepest point of tumor invasion is greater than 10 millimeters; or (2) is larger than 4 centimeters and the deepest point of tumor invasion is 10 millimeters or less; or (3) has spread to one lymph node that is 3 centimeters or smaller, on the same side of the neck as the primary tumor.