Vulval squamous cell carcinoma is an under-reported cancer associated with poor outcomes: a national retrospective cohort study of the incidence and trends in England, 2013–2022

British Journal of Dermatology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Charlotte Sheern, Nick J. Levell, Birgitta van Bodegraven, Catherine A Harwood, Andy J. Nordin, Jane Carolyn Sterling, Zoe Claire Venables
DOI: 10.1093/bjd/ljag021
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Abstract

Vulval squamous cell carcinoma (VSCC) accounts for ∼90% of vulval cancers in England. Diagnosis is often delayed due to nonspecific presentations, limited screening, poor awareness and reluctance to undergo intimate examinations. Other than sentinel lymph node biopsies, management advances have been scarce. This national retrospective cohort study describes epidemiological trends, diagnostic stage, referral routes, treatment and survival in England (2013–2022) among self-identifying women.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Genital Health and Disease Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas

Publication details

Journal / source
British Journal of Dermatology
Volume
194
Issue
5
Pages
962–964
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN