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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice1999; 14(3); 579-vii; doi: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30188-8

Tumors of the eye and ocular adnexal tissues.

Abstract: This article reviews options in dealing with tumors of the cornea and conjunctiva, nictitating membrane neoplasms, and eyelid neoplasms. Orbital tumors, optic nerve and other intraocular tumors are also discussed.
Publication Date: 1999-01-19 PubMed ID: 9891726DOI: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30188-8Google Scholar: Lookup
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Summary

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The research article discusses various strategies for handling different types of eye and ocular adnexal tumors.

Types of Tumors

The paper outlines different types of eye and ocular adnexal tumors. These include:

  • Cornea and conjunctiva tumors
  • Nictitating membrane neoplasms
  • Eyelid neoplasms
  • Orbital tumors
  • Optic nerve tumors
  • Other intraocular tumors

Reviewing Treatment Options

A substantial focus of this research is a review of the current options when dealing with these various tumors. The authors may discuss options that include, but are not limited to:

  • Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation therapy

Understanding Tumor Types

The authors undertake an analysis of each type of tumor, some of which involve the cornea and conjunctiva or other sections of the eye such as the nictitating membrane or the eyelid. Some tumors are found in the orbital region or the optic nerve. Each of these tumors presents unique challenges and may require different strategies for treatment.

Implications and Further Research

The researchers likely discuss the impacts of these tumors in terms of their effects on vision and overall health. Furthermore, they may identify gaps in the current knowledge and suggest areas where more research is needed. This would ensure a more robust understanding of these tumors, leading to more effective interventions in the future.

Obviously, the detailed understanding of these topics would depend on the full reading of the article as this brief overview is based solely on the short provided abstract.

Cite This Article

APA
Rebhun WC. (1999). Tumors of the eye and ocular adnexal tissues. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 14(3), 579-vii. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30188-8

Publication

ISSN: 0749-0739
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Pages: 579-vii

Researcher Affiliations

Rebhun, W C
  • Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA.

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Eye Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Eye Neoplasms / therapy
  • Eye Neoplasms / veterinary
  • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
  • Horse Diseases / therapy
  • Horses
  • Orbital Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Orbital Neoplasms / therapy
  • Orbital Neoplasms / veterinary

Citations

This article has been cited 2 times.
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    pubmed: 32655166
  2. McMullen RJ, Clode AB, Pandiri AK, Malarkey DE, Michau TM, Gilger BC. Epibulbar melanoma in a foal.. Vet Ophthalmol 2008 Sep;11 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):44-50.