malignant choroid melanoma
A uveal melanoma that arises from the choroid. It is the most common primary malignant intraocular tumor. It usually affects Caucasians of northern European descent. It usually remains asymptomatic for a long period. When signs and symptoms occur, they include blurred vision, visual field loss, floaters, and ocular pain. Tumor size is the most important factor that relates to prognosis.
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uveal melanoma
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choroid cancer
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choroid malignant melanoma
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choroid melanoma
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choroidal melanoma
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malignant melanoma of choroid
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malignant melanoma of the choroid
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melanoma (disease) of optic choroid
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melanoma of choroid
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melanoma of the choroid
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optic choroid melanoma
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optic choroid melanoma (disease)
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