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Choroid Melanoma - A Rare Case Report.

Samarth Shukla¹, Sourya Acharya², Manisha Dulani³

¹Professor, Department of Pathology, J N Medical College, DMIMS Univ , Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha, Maharashtra, India .

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR

|July 9, 2015

Summary

Choroid melanoma, the most common adult intraocular malignancy, originates from uveal tract melanocytes. This case highlights a rare occurrence in a 65-year-old presenting with vision loss and headache.

Keywords:

Ciliary body Iris Malignancy Uveal

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Oncology

Background:

Uveal tract melanomas include iris, ciliary body, and choroid.
Choroid melanomas are the most frequent intraocular malignancies in adults, though rare overall.
The global incidence is approximately 20 cases per million annually.

Observation:

Melanomas arise from pigment-producing melanocytes within the uveal tract.
Onset typically occurs in the sixth decade, with incidence increasing with age.
A rare case of choroidal melanoma is presented in a 65-year-old adult.

Findings:

The patient presented with a three-month history of headache and progressive vision dimming.
Clinical diagnosis confirmed choroid melanoma.
Enucleation was performed as treatment.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of considering choroidal melanoma in adult patients with unexplained vision loss and headaches.
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing intraocular malignancies.
Further research into the origins and progression of uveal melanomas may improve patient outcomes.