Squamous cell carcinoma may arise in the conjunctiva, especially if certain risk factors are present.
Risk factors for conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma:
(1) prolonged, intense light exposure (sun, other), especially in the ultraviolet spectrum
(2) light skin pigmentation (Types I or II, see Chapter 21)
(3) xeroderma pigmentosa
(4) human papilloma virus (HPV) infection
(5) immunodeficiency (HIV, other) or immunosuppressive therapy
(6) heavy smoking
(7) chronic exposure to petroleum products
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