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Novel Intraocular Melanoma Treatment options are getting better with the advent of laser surgery that removes the affected cells

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  Intraocular Melanoma is the most common form of skin cancer that affects the iris of the eye. It is also one of the most difficult to treat and may leave scars or no visible scar if proper medical treatment is given. Treatment options are often limited due to its advanced stage, however, it is still possible for this disease to be removed surgically. It is important to seek medical treatment if any of these symptoms are present. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that generally occurs on the iris of the eye, which is the colored part of the eyeball. This can cause permanent damage to the iris and result in impaired vision. This is the most common cause of vision loss in humans. There are other less common causes of this condition, however, it is not always possible to determine this in every case. Intraocular melanoma is a difficult condition to treat. It is often resistant to the most common forms of intraocular melanoma treatment available. Doctors often resort to removing th...