Indirect ophthalmoscope argon laser treatment of retinoblastoma.
We describe our use of an indirect ophthalmoscope argon laser for the treatment of selected retinoblastomas. The essential aspect of the technique is the creation, using the "continuous" exposure setting, of a confluent white laser burn completely around the tumor base. This procedure results in the prompt regression of most tumors, although several sessions, 1 to 4 weeks apart, are usually necessary for all but the smallest lesions. This method of laser treatment is applicable to retinoblastoma tumors located anywhere in the ocular fundus, including ones adjacent to the ora serrata.
Augsburger
J J
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Oncology Unit, Wills Eye Hospital, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
Faulkner
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D002675:Child, Preschool; D005134:Eye Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D005654:Fundus Oculi; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D019721:Ophthalmoscopes; D012175:Retinoblastoma / Q000601:surgery*; D016896:Treatment Outcome