Biopsy article published in Ophthalmology

Our article entitled Transretinal choroidal tumor biopsy with a 25-gauge vitrector was published in Ophthalmology. (Sen J, Groenewald C, Hiscott PS, Smith PA, Damato BE; 2006 Jun;113(6):1028-31).

This paper reports our experience with a new 'mini-vacuum cleaner', which provides a good tumour specimen from the back of the eye, quickly and safely. Other methods use a fine needle, which gives only a small specimen, or standard sized equipment, which require more complicated surgery.

Our method not only improves diagnosis but also creates opportunities for finding out whether or not a melanoma is life-threatening.