Primary Size Extension
Primary Sites Where Tumor Size Is Required for AJCC Staging
In order to classify the T category for certain sites, it is necessary to know the size of the primary tumor, usually for T1 - T3. For the following sites and site categories, the size of the primary tumor must be recorded in order to assign the T category and derive a stage group:
Code | Site | |
---|---|---|
Lip and oral cavity | ** 7 sites ** | |
Oropharynx | ** 3 sites ** | |
Hypopharynx | ||
Major salivary glands | ** 3 sites ** | |
Thyroid | ||
Anal canal | ||
Liver and intrahepatic bile ducts | ||
Pancreas | ** 3 sites ** | |
Lung | ||
Bone | ||
Soft tissue sarcoma | ** 3 sites ** | |
Skin |