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Ocular Oncology Glossary

100 terms total — 4 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026

tumor calcification

Intermediate Technical IVT

Calcium deposits within ocular tumors that appear as hyperechoic foci on ultrasound and aid in differential diagnosis.

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tumor-associated retinal detachment

Intermediate Technical IVT

Secondary retinal separation caused by fluid accumulation or mechanical displacement from underlying intraocular tumors.

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tumor-to-disc ratio

Intermediate Technical IVT

Measurement comparing tumor dimensions to optic disc diameter, used for standardized tumor size documentation.

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uveal tract

Intermediate Technical IVT

The vascular middle layer of the eye comprising the iris, ciliary body, and choroid, which is the primary site of ocular...

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vitreous seeding

Advanced Technical IVT

The spread of tumor cells into the vitreous cavity, commonly seen in advanced retinoblastoma.

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