Term Name:	basaloid squamous cell carcinoma
Synonyms:	Basaloid carcinoma
Definition:	A squamous cell carcinoma that has a solid, closely packed growth of cells with hyperchromatic nuclei, scant cytoplasm, small cystic spaces, and foci of necrosis. It has overlying squamous dysplasia, rare foci of overt keratinization, and/or coexistent keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma.
Ontology:	Human Disease [DOID:5522]   ( DOID:5522 )