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References:

#1: 2007 SEER Manual, 125

#2: ACoS CoC I&R

Question:

CS Tumor Size: Can an 'ulcerated mass' be used to code CS tumor size? See Discussion.

Discussion:

The CS Manual (p. 26, 4.a.) states do not code the size of the polyp, ulcer or cyst. However it states that a 'cystic mass' can be used to code TS if it is the only size given. Scopes Text: 'ulcerated' mass based at anal verge & ext 3-4 cm up into rectum.

Answer:

This answer was provided in the context of CSv1 coding guidelines. The response may not be used after your registry database has been converted to CSv2.Do not code CS Tumor size using the size of an ulcerated mass.

Answer from:

I & R System

American College of Surgeons

Cancer Site Category:

N/A

Data Item Category:

N/A

Other Category:

N/A

Year:

2008