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Ocular Cancer

OSSN Risk Factors for Development of Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency Identified

Size and severity, as well as recurrence of the malignancy, were all associated with greater odds.
October 2, 2024

Blue Eye Color Genotype Linked to Development of Uveal Melanoma, Study Finds

Research identifies a marker for increased risk and poor prognosis among patients with this condition.
September 13, 2024

Study Proposes New Prediction Model for Eyelid Sebaceous Carcinoma Recurrence

Outperforming traditional TNM staging, a novel nomogram that incorporates key risk factors may offer clinicians a more precise forecasting tool.
September 6, 2024

Pigmented Tumors in Uveal Melanoma Linked to Risk for Related Metastasis and Death

This more aggressive profile was associated with ocular melanocytosis, extraocular extension, anterior tumor epicenter and earlier tumor recurrence.
July 31, 2024

BRAF Inhibitors Increase Risk of Noninfectious Uveitis in Melanoma and Lung Cancer Patients

Prior to undergoing treatment with these agents, individuals should receive comprehensive education on potential complications.
July 11, 2024

Effect of UV Radiation on Ocular Melanoma Differs Between Parts of the Eye

A large study linked greater exposure to an increased risk of ciliary body/iris melanoma, but a reduced risk of choroidal melanoma.
February 21, 2024

Lacrimal Gland Cancers Need More Attention

Early detection is critical for these malignancies.
November 29, 2023

Even Small Delays in Uveal Melanoma Treatment Affect Outcomes

Increasing time between diagnosis and intervention was associated with a higher risk of metastatic death.
November 24, 2023

Uveal Melanoma Outcomes Not Impacted by Medicaid Status

While other cancer results may be limited by access to proper care, that wasn’t the case for this ocular manifestation.
November 17, 2023

Study Identifies Unique Features of Ocular Melanoma in Kids

Conjunctival melanoma had the highest mortality rate followed by some uveal melanomas.
November 16, 2023