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The classification applies only to carcinomas of the vermilion surfaces of the lips and of the oral cavity, including those of minor salivary glands. There should be histological confirmation of the disease.The following are the procedures for assessment of the T,N and M categories:
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T categories Physical examination and imaging
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N categories Physical examination and imaging
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M categories Physical examination and imaging
Hermanek P, Sobin LH (eds) (1992) TNM Classification of malignant tumours, 4th edn, 2nd revision. International Union Against Cancer. Springer, Berlin Heidelberg New York
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Pindborg, J.J., Reichart, P.A., Smith, C.J., van der Waal, I. (1997). TNM Classification of Lip and Oral Cavity Carcinomas. In: Histological Typing of Cancer and Precancer of the Oral Mucosa. World Health Organization. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-60592-5_4
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