Skin Cancer Staging

Skin cancer staging is a system used to describe the extent of skin cancer in the body. It typically ranges from Stage 0, indicating precancerous cells, to Stage IV, where the cancer has spread to distant parts of the body. The staging considers factors such as the size of the tumor, whether it has invaded nearby tissues, and if it has spread to lymph nodes or other organs. This information helps doctors determine the best treatment options and predict outcomes, as earlier stages generally have better prognoses than more advanced stages.