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Retinoblastoma

Retinoblastoma
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Retinoblastoma is an eye cancer that begins in the retina — the sensitive lining on the inside of your eye. Retinoblastoma most commonly affects young children, but can rarely occur in adults.

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We do not see many of these in the states, at least to this extent. Modern technology and screening has identified many genetic alterations/syndromes associated with retinoblastoma formation, while early and consistent well child visits provide effective screening.

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