Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma as Initial Manifestation of Uveal Melanoma

Hachicha F, Chebbi A, Ouede

Abstract

Uveal melanoma is the most frequent primary malignant intraocular tumor in adults. Secondary glaucoma is a rare and unusual circumstance discovery of a malignant choroidal melanoma. We report through a case report, clinical signs, management and prognosis of acute angle glaucoma as initial manifestation of uveal melanoma.

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