Retinoblastoma treatment in a Brazilian population. Presentation and long ‐term results
ConclusionsTreatment of retinoblastoma with conservative systemic-based chemotherapy was associated with an excellent survival rate (92%). Albeit the low overall globe salvage rate, in BIL patients, approximately half the eyes were conserved, and a satisfactory functional visual result was achieved The evaluated protocol is an important treatment option, especially in developing countries.
Source: Cancer Medicine - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Maria Teresa Brizzi Chizzotti Bonanomi,
Maria Tereza A. de Almeida,
Marianna A. Hollaender,
Roberta Chizzotti Bonanomi,
Mario Luiz Ribeiro Monteiro Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
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