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Very Long-Term Prognosis of Patients with Malignant Uveal Melanoma

Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science · 2003 · Vol. 44(11) · pp. 4651–4651
Emma KujalaTeemu Ma ̈kitieTero Kivelä

Abstract

Metastatic uveal melanoma was the leading single cause of death throughout the study. Cumulative incidences provide a sound basis for patient counseling and design of trials.

Ocular Oncology and TreatmentsGlaucoma and retinal disordersOcular Infections and TreatmentsMedicineMelanomaHazard ratioCumulative incidenceIncidence (geometry)Confidence intervalCancer registryCause of deathAutopsyChoroid

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AdolescentAdultAgedAged, 80 and overCause of DeathFemaleFinlandFollow-Up StudiesHumansMaleMelanomaMiddle AgedNeoplasm MetastasisPrognosisRisk Factors
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