Malignant neoplasm of vallecula epiglottica

This code represents a cancerous tumor originating in the vallecula epiglottica, which is the depression located between the base of the tongue and the epiglottis. This malignancy is a type of laryngeal cancer, specifically affecting a supraglottic structure.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a primary malignant neoplasm identified in the vallecula epiglottica. This diagnosis is typically confirmed through biopsy and imaging studies. It applies to cases where the tumor is confined to this specific anatomical site.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "vallecula epiglottica" and not just a general laryngeal or epiglottic malignancy.
• Distinguish from malignant neoplasms of the epiglottis (anterior surface) or other supraglottic sites.
• Confirm laterality if specified, though the vallecula is a midline structure.