Is It Safe To Biopsy An Ocular Melanoma?

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At the beginning of your journey with ocular melanoma, a question about performing a biopsy may arise. Performing biopsy for molecular prognostication - to know the potential risk that your melanoma may spread in the body (that is, metastasis) - is considered standard of care in ocular oncology. However, controversy still exists as some physicians still do not offer biopsy to patients, others feel that biopsy could be dangerous, and still other centers may not have the experience. However, one thing has been demonstrated by much scientific research: Performing a biopsy on an ocular melanoma does NOT increase the risk of metastasis. Watch to learn more. 

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For Tara McCannel's resources (including webinar links and link to my book!), visit my website: https://seyhart.com/ocularmelanoma

Welcome to Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma, a guide to understanding everything there is to know about your experience with this rare cancer. Learn through the lens of my knowledge and clinical experience as a physician expert and passionate patient advocate. The more you know about ocular melanoma, the better you will do, and the better you will live. Let's go!

The content shared on the Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided must not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. As a listener, you are responsible for your own health-related decisions and must consider consulting with a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice.

Tara McCannel MD PhD is a an ocular oncologist, vitreoretinal surgeon and co-founder of Seyhart Wellness. She is also the host of the Mind Body MD podcast where she shares her passion for holistic health and wellness.
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