Treatment Options for Choroidal Melanoma

Treatment options for choroidal melanoma depend on the tumor size, location, and patient health. Common approaches include eye-preserving radiation therapy, such as plaque brachytherapy or external beam radiation, which target the tumor to prevent growth. In some cases, laser therapy or thermotherapy may be used. When the tumor is large or threatens vision, removal of the eye (enucleation) might be necessary. Additional treatments, like laser or immunotherapy, may be considered if the cancer spreads. The choice of treatment aims to save as much vision as possible while controlling the cancer effectively.