What is Retinal Lymphoma?

Retinal Lymphoma
Histology of a patient with Retinal lymphoma. Patient had decreased vision in the right eye. The region of retinal thickening is hypercellular and hyperchromatic (too blue). Retinal lymphoma, large B-cell type Nickens CMN - MedPix Images (2012). Not Altered. CC.

Retinal lymphoma is a severe malignant neoplasm associated with cerebral disease.

What is the Pathology of Retinal Lymphoma?

The pathology of retinal lymphoma is malignancy often associated with B-cells.

How does Retinal Lymphoma Present?

Retinal lymphoma presents with swelling in the eye, redness, decreased or lost vision, and floaters.

How is Retinal Lymphoma Diagnosed?

Retinal lymphoma is diagnosed by vitreous biopsy, MRI, B-scan ultrasound imaging, and neuroimaging.

How is Retinal Lymphoma Treated?

Retinal lymphoma is treated with systemic chemotherapy, radiotherapy, vitrectomy, lenalidomide and rituximab.

What is the Prognosis of Retinal Lymphoma?

The prognosis of retinal lymphoma is poor with overall survival time of 3 years after diagnosis.