Retinoblastoma is commonly found during routine screening in high risk children, specifically newborns that have other family members with retinoblastoma. Later symptoms can include redness or inflammation of the eye, strabismus or abnormalities of the pupil. Further evaluation and testing include an evaluation by a pediatric ophthalmologist and an ultrasound or CT scan of the eye. Other testing may also be required if it is though that the tumor has spread outside the eye. Retinoblastoma can be either unilateral, affecting only one eye, or it can be bilateral, affecting both eyes.
Outcomes are in general very good, especially if the retinoblastoma is only affecting one eye.
Children with retinoblastoma are also at risk of developing secondary malignancies, especially osteosarcoma, a malignant bone tumor that can present with pain and swelling of the affected bone or joint. A national charity offering support and information to people with retinoblastoma and their families. In this section of the Retinoblastoma Resource Center from the American Cancer Society, you'll find an introduction to cancer, an overview of Retinoblastoma , and related Retinoblastoma statistics. All rights reserved. It is not meant to replace the advice of the physician who cares for your child.