Various treatment modalities including surgery, radiation therapy, electrodesiccation, and cryotherapy are employed in the management of these tumors. Both diagnosis and monitoring of treatment course are enhanced with the use of ophthalmic photography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasonography. Local excision of certain conjunctival malignancies with advanced reconstructive techniques can now be performed, in some instances, to avoid previous techniques involving removal of the eye. The epidemic of skin carcinoma nationwide has not escaped the ophthalmologists, and we are diagnosing and treating an increasing number of eyelid and periocular cutaneous malignancies. Surgical excision with frozen-section control of the surgical margins, followed by reconstruction with ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgical techniques, is generally regarded as the best method for treatment of these conditions.
Early detection is crucial.
A multidisciplinary approach to the management of certain tumors, with the ophthalmologist working in conjunction with neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, plastic surgeons, dermatologists, oncologists, and radiotherapists, can greatly improve the care of patients with these disorders. The University Hospital environment is ideal for this team approach. Connect with Health Connections. Health Connections is a free health information and referral service of University Hospital. If you have questions about our service, would like to make a referral, or just need some general health information, fill out the form below and a registered nurse will respond shortly.