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Case Reports
. 1999 Feb;117(2):255-8.
doi: 10.1001/archopht.117.2.255.

Multifocal choroidal malignant melanoma: at least 3 melanomas in one eye

E Z Blumenthal  1 , J Pe'er
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Case Reports

Multifocal choroidal malignant melanoma: at least 3 melanomas in one eye

E Z Blumenthal et al. Arch Ophthalmol. 1999 Feb.

Abstract

Objectives: To describe a case of an enucleated eye harboring multiple choroidal malignant melanomas.

Methods: Clinical, ultrasonographic, and histopathological evaluations.

Results: Meticulous sectioning of the globe did not disclose any structural continuity between the 3 choroidal melanomas. Fourth and fifth masses were connected to one of the tumors by fibrous tissue and therefore were not considered as additional distinct lesions.

Conclusion: Although very rare, a single eye can harbor multiple distinct choroidal melanomas.

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