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Vascular tumors of the posterior pole represent a significant percentage of lesions managed by ocular oncologists. The spectrum of disorders includes retinal vascular tumors, choroidal lesions, and various neuro-oculo-cutaneous syndromes. Management of the ocular lesions varies, depending on the size and location of the lesion and its associated ocular damage. Small, asymptomatic peripheral lesions can be observed. Larger and symptomatic lesions can be treated successfully with radiation therapy, either through an external approach or with a radioactive plaque. Some can be treated with laser photocoagulation or photodynamic therapy. While vascular tumors of the retina are benign, they often can be associated with various syndromes that harbor neoplastic potential, and it is important to identify those lesions that may be associated with neoplastic risk.
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Gombos, D.S. (2010). Vascular Tumors of the Posterior Pole. In: Esmaeli, B. (eds) Ophthalmic Oncology. M.D. Anderson Solid Tumor Oncology Series, vol 6. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-0374-7_17
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