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Malignant Melanoma of the Iris

Malignant Melanoma of the Iris
The patient is an 8 yo female with a history of a spot on the iris that increased in size over six months observation. The lesion is slightly elevated. A fine needle biopsy revealed melanoma. This is a rare case of a malignant melanoma of the iris in a child
Foulks, Gary N., M.D., USA, M.D., Philadelphia
C69.4
Iris and Ciliary Body -> Tumors/Neoplasmas -> Malignant -> Malignant Melanoma -> Malignant Melanoma of Iris
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