karcinoma
Karcinoma is a type of cancer that originates from epithelial cells, which are the cells that line the surfaces of organs and tissues in the body. These cells are responsible for producing mucus, sweat, and other substances that help protect and lubricate the body. Karcinoma can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, lungs, breast, and gastrointestinal tract. The term "karcinoma" is derived from the Greek words "karkinos," meaning crab, and "oma," meaning tumor, reflecting the crablike appearance of some of these tumors under a microscope.
Karcinoma is classified based on the type of epithelial tissue from which it arises. For example, adenocarcinoma
Treatment options for karcinoma depend on the type, stage, and location of the cancer, as well as