Current Management of Conjunctival Melanoma Part 2: Treatment and Future Directions

Turk J Ophthalmol. 2020 Dec 29;50(6):362-370. doi: 10.4274/tjo.galenos.2020.22567.

Abstract

Conjunctival melanoma is a rare disease which requires tailored management in most cases. The mainstays of treatment can be classified as surgery, topical chemotherapy, radiotherapy, cryotherapy, and other emerging treatment modalities. Herein we review conventional approaches as well as more recently introduced treatment options, together with advances in molecular biology in this particular disease.

Keywords: Conjunctival melanoma; management; prognosis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Conjunctival Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Disease Management*
  • Humans
  • Melanoma / therapy*
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic*