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Neovascular glaucoma associated to choroidal melanoma: description of 2 cases

SUMMARY

The authors describe 2 cases of neovascular glaucoma caused by of the uvea discuss the frequency and pathogenesis of this association. They emphasize the importance of ultrassonography in the diagnosis of intraocular tumors, suggesting that this exam is mandatory in cases of neovascular glaucoma with opaque media.

Key words:
melanoma; glaucoma; neovascularization; ultrasonography; opaque media

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