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This chapter provides an introduction to tumors of the retina and retinal pigment epithelium. Here, the term “tumor” is used in its broadest sense as a mass. An overview is given on the utility and limitations of classification systems in general. A suggested framework for tumors of the retina and retinal pigment epithelium is presented so that the reader can adapt to an ocular oncology practice. Finally, a few examples are provided.
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Reich, E., Thaung, C., Sagoo, M.S. (2019). Classification of Retinal and Retinal Pigment Epithelium Tumors. In: Singh, A., Damato, B. (eds) Clinical Ophthalmic Oncology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-04113-7_1
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