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Choroidal Melanoma - Latin America

Oct 2016

Uveal melanoma is the most commonly diagnosed primary intraocular malignancy in adults: 90% of uveal melanomas involve the choroid, 5% arise in the ciliary body, and 5% develop in the iris.

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Choroidal Metastasis - Latin America

Oct 2016

Choroidal metastases are the most common intraocular tumors. 66% of patients have a known history of carcinoma at the time of diagnosis of the choroidal metastasis, while 34% present with no known history of cancer. In up to 10% of patients, no primary cancer is discovered e…

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Congenital Glaucoma - Latin America

Nov 2015

Congenital glaucoma is a heterogeneous group of diseases. The incidence of primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) is about 1 in 10,000–18,000 live births and depends heavily on ethnic origin.

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Diabetic Retinopathy - Latin America

Oct 2016

Worldwide, diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness among working-aged adults. Global burden of diabetic retinopathy affects 93 million people.

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Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy - Latin America

Nov 2015

Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) is a common indication for corneal transplantation, accounting for approximately 20% of all penetrating keratoplasties.

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