Condition
Pediatric Retinoblastoma
Key Points About Retinoblastoma in Children
- Retinoblastoma is a rare cancer of the retina of the eye. The retina is a specialized group of nerve cells located in the back of the eye. These light sensing cells are connected to the brain and optic nerve which allows sight.
- The cancer may be passed on from parents (inherited) or it may occur by chance (sporadic).
- The most common symptoms are an abnormal white reflection from the retina (leukocoria) and misaligned eyes (strabismus).
- It’s diagnosed by a dilated indirect ophthalmoscopic exam.
- In the U.S., the prognosis for most children with retinoblastoma is very good.
- There are many treatments for retinoblastoma including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, laser therapy and cryotherapy.
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Departments that Treat Retinoblastoma
Oncology
Our oncology (cancer) team provides personalized treatment plans for children with cancer, including access to clinical trials.