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Proton Therapy Delivery and Its Clinical Application in Select Solid Tumor Malignancies
Published on: February 6, 2019
Retinal cavernous haemangioma treated by proton beam therapy
Amir Mahdjoubi1, Rémi Dendale2, Livia Lumbroso-Le Rouic3
1Ophtalmology Department, Institut Curie, 26 Rue d'ULM, 75248, Paris, France. amir.mahdjoubi@gmail.com.
Proton beam irradiation effectively treated a peripheral retinal cavernous haemangioma, stopping recurrent vitreous hemorrhage. This method offers a promising alternative for managing this rare intraocular tumor without complications.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Oncology
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Retinal cavernous haemangioma is a rare, benign intraocular vascular tumor.
- Treatment options are limited, with no established consensus on efficacy.
- Complications include recurrent vitreous hemorrhage, significantly impacting vision.
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