Malignant Melanoma of the Choroid
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Malignant melanoma of the choroid is a rare tumor that originates in the choroid, the layer of the eye rich in blood vessels and pigment located between the retina and the sclera; it is one of the most significant primary ocular tumors in adults.
Common symptoms: it may go unnoticed at first, although some people notice blurred vision, flashes, shadows in the visual field, or vision loss.
When to see a doctor? Any unexplained visual change or one detected during an eye exam warrants a detailed workup.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist is the professional responsible for examining, evaluating, and following up on this type of lesion. In the face of new visual symptoms, the most prudent thing is to schedule a review with this specialist for a timely evaluation.
Data on 57 doctors who treat malignant melanoma of the choroid
Which specialist treats malignant melanoma of the choroid?
Malignant melanoma of the choroid should be evaluated by an Ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye diseases who follows up on tumors inside the eye. See this specialist if you notice spots or changes in the vision of one eye. You can book an appointment for a timely evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in malignant melanoma of the choroid
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Valeria Becerril Ledezma
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Frequently asked questions
What is malignant melanoma of the choroid?
Malignant melanoma of the choroid is a rare tumor that originates in the choroid, the layer of the eye rich in blood vessels and pigment located between the retina and the sclera; it is one of the most significant primary ocular tumors in adults.
Which doctor treats malignant melanoma of the choroid?
Malignant melanoma of the choroid should be evaluated by an Ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye diseases who follows up on tumors inside the eye. See this specialist if you notice spots or changes in the vision of one eye. You can book an appointment for a timely evaluation.