Retinoblastoma

A shortened adjuvant chemotherapy regimen improved outcomes for infants with unilateral pathologic high-risk retinoblastoma, according to study results.

WAILEA, Hawaii — Pediatric retina is a difficult field with high stakes. Here at the Hawaiian Eye 2024 meeting, a specialist shared pearls on what any ophthalmologist who deals with pediatric patients should not miss.

SAN FRANCISCO — Telemedicine has the potential to drive ocular oncology forward, but there are barriers that must be addressed first, according to a speaker here.

KOLOA, Hawaii — Balancing innovation and safety is necessary in the field of retinoblastoma, according to a speaker here.

GENEVA — Two new classification systems allow for improved stratification of patients with retinoblastoma, according to study results presented at World Cancer Congress.

MONTEREY, Calif. — The aqueous humor is important for diagnosis, prognosis and objective monitoring of treatment response in cases of retinoblastoma, Jesse L. Berry, MD, told colleagues here.

NEW ORLEANS — Older age at presentation may be associated with a significantly decreased risk for germline mutation in children with solitary unilateral retinoblastoma, according to a presenter here.

The American Optometric Association- sponsored InfantSee program resulted in an increase in the number of infants between 6 and 12 months old evaluated by optometrists.

WAILEA, Hawaii — New research using liquid biopsy presents a new opportunity for treating retinoblastoma.

A conservative approach can be considered as a safe alternative to primary enucleation in children with advanced retinoblastoma in some cases, according to a presenter.