Etymed
vulvar carcinoma
Definition
a malignant tumor arising from the tissues of the vulva
Clinical context
A 52-year-old woman presents with a persistent ulcerative lesion on her labia majora that has been present for 8 weeks and is mildly painful. On examination, there is a well-defined, irregular ulcer with raised edges and indurated base. Biopsy reveals malignant epithelial cells invading the underlying stroma. This presentation is consistent with vulvar carcinoma, the most common type being squamous cell carcinoma.
Mnemonic
Vulva cancer - 'Vulvar Carcinoma is a Malignant Tumor of Vulva'