Journal international de pathologie ophtalmique

Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma as Initial Manifestation of Uveal Melanoma

Hachicha F, Chebbi A, Ouederni M, Hani MS, Brour J, Abbes I, Cheour M, Bouguila H and Kraiem A

Uveal melanoma is the most frequent primary malignant intraocular tumor in adults. Secondary glaucoma is a rare and unusual circumstance discovery of a malignant choroidal melanoma. We report through a case report, clinical signs, management and prognosis of acute angle glaucoma as initial manifestation of uveal melanoma.