title: Spontaneous regression of choroidal melanoma over 8 years.
abstract: The authors observed clinical regression of an apparent primary choroidal melanoma in a 66-year old man over an eight-year interval. This regression was documented photographically and ultrasonographically. The authors discuss the possible mechanisms responsible for this clinical course.
authors.affiliation: Oncology Unit, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
authors.forename: C A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Chong
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Gregor
authors.forename: J J
authors.initials: JJ
authors.lastname: Augsburger
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Montana
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002830:Choroid Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008028:Light Coagulation; D008297:Male; D008545:Melanoma / Q000175:diagnosis*; D009365:Neoplasm Regression, Spontaneous; D012163:Retinal Detachment / Q000601:surgery; D014463:Ultrasonography; D014792:Visual Acuity