Which of the following is the most common histological subtype of cervical carcinoma worldwide?
- A Squamous cell carcinoma ✓
- B Adenosquamous carcinoma
- C Small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma
- D Adenocarcinoma
Correct answer: A. Squamous cell carcinoma
Explanation
Squamous cell carcinoma accounts for approximately 75 to 80 percent of all cervical cancers worldwide. Adenocarcinoma comprises about 20 to 25 percent and is increasing in incidence, particularly in younger women. Adenosquamous and neuroendocrine subtypes are rare. HPV 16 is most common in squamous cell carcinoma, while HPV 18 predominates in adenocarcinoma.
Reference: Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease, 10th ed.
High-yield for: NEET PGINI-CETNExTFMGEUSMLEPLABMRCP
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