Paediatric uveal melanoma in Ireland 2010 – 2024: incidence, clinical features, management, and outcomes
This national case series highlights the rarity and clinical relevance of paediatric uveal melanoma. Outcomes have been favourable, but recent case clustering supports the need for international comparative data collection. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment help preserve vision and reduce morbidity. Molecular profiling, where possible, may guide metastatic risk assessment. Further studies are needed to confirm international incidence trends.
Authors
- Patrick J. Murtagh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1892-459X)
- Matthew O'Riordan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1268-7423)
- Huda Fadlelseed
- Fiona Darcy
- Noel Horgan
- Susan Kennedy
- Joaquina Martinez Vicente
- Denis Nevrov
- Michael Capra
Institutions
- University College Dublin (IE)
- Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital (IE)
- Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin (IE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Eye
- Published
- 2026-02-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s41433-026-04334-2
- Primary Topic
- Ocular Oncology and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Irish Research eLibrary