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.
10/02/2024
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.
09/13/2024
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.
09/06/2024
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.
07/31/2024
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.
07/11/2024
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.
02/21/2024
Lacrimal Gland Cancers Need More Attention
Early detection is critical for these malignancies.
11/29/2023
Even Small Delays in Uveal Melanoma Treatment Affect Outcomes
Increasing time between diagnosis and intervention was associated with a higher risk of metastatic death.
11/24/2023
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.
11/17/2023
Study Identifies Unique Features of Ocular Melanoma in Kids
Conjunctival melanoma had the highest mortality rate followed by some uveal melanomas.
11/16/2023
Upcoming Events
December 5, 2024
Rethinking Dry Eye Disease: A Contemporary Approach to a Complex Condition
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Nate Lighthizer, OD, and Dagny Zhu, MD
Webinar: 9:00pm ET
Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb
December 6-7, 2024
December 7-8, 2024
Retina Update 2024
Location: Westin Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California
Program Chairs: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, and Steven Ferrucci, OD
Earn up to 11 LIVE COPE credits (accreditation pending)
