DIAGNOSIS AND PREVENTION OF EYE (OCULAR) ONCOLOGY

Abstract

Ocular oncology focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancers that affect the eyes and surrounding structures, including the eyelids and orbit. Eye cancers, such as retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma, and conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma, though rare, pose significant risks to vision and life if left undiagnosed or untreated. Advances in diagnostic technologies, including imaging techniques and molecular testing, have enhanced the early detection of ocular tumors, improving patient outcomes. Prevention strategies focus on mitigating risk factors, such as UV radiation exposure, genetic predispositions, and smoking. This article delves into the key aspects of ocular oncology, emphasizing current diagnostic tools, challenges, and evidence-based preventive measures. Promoting awareness and periodic screening, especially among high-risk individuals, is crucial in reducing the burden of ocular cancers globally