Common Metastatic Sites
If the diagnostic term in the pathology report is not in the list below,
be sure to consult your ICD-O-3 manual.
| Spread |
Primary Site/Mets |
| Lymphatic Spread |
primary route for local spread |
| Hematogenous Spread |
lung, liver, viscera, bones |
Extent of Disease Evaluation
Definitions
Key words/possible involvement: Terms which indicate possible
involvement by tumor. Common terms are provided, but the list is not all-inclusive.
Other words/no involvement: other terms seen in reports
which indicate an abnormality but do not indicate a neoplastic process.
Common terms are provided, but the list is not all-inclusive.
Key information: information to look for in the report of the
study. Key information helps define the extent of disease.
Diagnostic Studies
