Retinoblastoma Flashcards
1
Q
what is it
A
Retinoblastoma is the most common ocular malignancy found in children.
2
Q
age
A
18 months
3
Q
genetics
A
autosomal dominant
caused by a loss of function of the retinoblastoma tumour suppressor gene on chromosome 13
around 10% of cases are hereditary
4
Q
features
A
absence red reflex - replaced by white pupil (leukocoria)
strabismus
visual problems
5
Q
Mx
A
enucleation is not the only option
depending on how advanced the tumour is other options include external beam radiation therapy, chemotherapy and photocoagulation
