Eye Cancer - H.O.P.E Oncology Clinic

Eye Cancer Treatment

Eye Cancer Treatment & Care at H.O.P.E Oncology Clinic

Eye cancer (ocular cancer) develops when abnormal cells begin growing in or around the eye.
At H.O.P.E Onco, we offer advanced diagnostic technologies and cutting-edge treatment options to protect vision, remove or shrink tumors, and prevent cancer from spreading to other parts of the body.
Our team focuses not only on treating the cancer but also on preserving eyesight and maintaining quality of life.

Understanding Eye Cancer

Eye cancer can form in different parts of the eye, including:

The most common type of adult eye cancer is ocular melanoma, while children most commonly develop retinoblastoma.

Risk increases with certain genetic changes, exposure to UV light, light-colored eyes, or family history.
Early cancer may not cause noticeable symptoms, which is why regular eye check-ups are crucial.

Common Symptoms

Eye cancer symptoms depend on the tumour location and stage.
Patients may experience:

Blurred or reduced vision
Sudden blind spots or flashes of light
Dark spots or patches on the iris or eye surface
A lump on the eyelid that does not heal
Change in pupil shape or eye movement
Redness or pain in the eye
Vision loss in advanced cases

Any persistent vision change should be evaluated quickly.

Diagnosis & Evaluation

Accurate diagnosis helps determine the exact type and stage of eye cancer.
We use:

Comprehensive Eye Examination – Vision tests and dilation-based retina inspection
Ultrasound Scan of the Eye – Shows tumor size and depth
OCT Scan (Optical Coherence Tomography) – High-resolution retina imaging
MRI/CT Scans – Detects tumor spread beyond the eye
Biopsy (if needed) – Tissue analysis confirms cancer type
Genetic Testing – Helps plan personalised therapy

Personalised Eye Cancer Treatment Options

Every case is unique — we tailor treatment according to tumour size, location, spread, and visual requirements.

Laser Therapy / Photocoagulation – Destroys small tumors with focused light
Cryotherapy – Freezes and kills cancer cells
Radiation Therapy (Brachytherapy or External Beam) – Targets tumors while protecting healthy eye tissue
Chemotherapy – Used for advanced cancers or retinoblastoma
Immunotherapy / Targeted Therapy – Uses precision drugs based on genetic markers
Surgery – Removes the tumour or affected part of the eye
Enucleation (only if necessary) – Complete removal of the eye, usually reserved for advanced cases to protect life