Intra-arterial Chemotherapy for Retinoblastoma

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1],Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Jyostna Chouturi, M.B.B.S [2]

Overview

Intra-arterial chemotherapy is an emerging therapy and represents a significant advance in the treatment of intraocular retinoblastoma,also referred to as superselective intra-arterial chemotherapy and chemosurgery, is a new treatment regimen that is gaining popularity, particularly for advanced cases. Its preliminary success is recognized worldwide, and it is currently being performed in over 31 countries. Further reports from other centers will add to the growing body of literature, and more results will be available for this promising treatment.

History

Indications

Intra-arterial agents used to treat retinoblastoma

Procedure

Clinical Outcomes

RetCam images

Catheterization of the ophthalmic artery

Clinical Outcomes Compared to External Beam Radiation and Systemic Chemotherapy

Complications