2020–2021 BCSC Basic and Clinical Science Course™
4 Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors
Part II: Intraocular Tumors: Clinical Aspects
Chapter 17: Melanocytic Tumors
Epithelial Tumors of the Uveal Tract and Retina
Acquired Hyperplasia
Hyperplasia of the pigmented ciliary epithelium or the RPE usually develops in response to trauma, inflammation, or other ocular insults (Fig 17-14A). Because of their location, ciliary body lesions often do not become evident clinically. Occasionally, however, they may become large enough to simulate a ciliary body melanoma. Posteriorly located lesions may be more commonly recognized and can lead to diagnostic uncertainty. In the early management of these atypical lesions, observation to document their stability is often appropriate. In rare cases, adenomatous hyperplasia may mimic a choroidal melanoma.
Excerpted from BCSC 2020-2021 series: Section 4 - Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors. For more information and to purchase the entire series, please visit https://www.aao.org/bcsc.