Definition
The location of cancer cells invasion into the lymphatic and/or vascular spaces for a person with cervical cancer, as represented by a code.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptPerson with cancer—location of lymphovascular invasion
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Object ClassPerson with cancer
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PropertyLocation of lymphovascular invasion
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Value DomainNone
Comments
Guide for use:
Record the one digit code indicating the location of lymphovascular invasion in a woman with cervical cancer.
Invasion of lymphatic vascular space is a predictor of lymph node metastasis and recurrence. Collect this information for women with cervical cancer.