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Title: Recurrence of uveal malignant melanoma: a case report. Author: Thapa M, Shrestha GB, Sharma AK, Karki S, Khanal S. Journal: Nepal J Ophthalmol; 2013; 5(2):275-8. PubMed ID: 24172570. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Malignant melanoma of uveal tract is a rare ocular malignancy. It is one of the significant causes of ocular morbidity and mortality which is less commonly seen in children. CASE: We report an unusual case of orbital recurrence of malignant melanoma in a 14-year old boy who had previously undergone enucleation of the left painful blind eye 8 months ago. He was diagnosed to have uveal malignant melanoma elsewhere which was confirmed by histopathology. Orbital recurrence was managed with modified exenteration with adjuvant chemotherapy and radiotherapy. CONCLUSION: In all treated cases of uveal melanoma, close follow up examination and monitoring is necessary for early diagnosis of the recurrence and to plan for further management.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]