Anterior chamber pigmentation

Anterior chamber pigmentation is mainly seen in melanoma of the eye, usually the ciliary body and the choroid. Can also be seen in dilated cataract secondary glaucoma. It usually appears with anterior chamber hemorrhage and anterior chamber empyema. It is the most common primary malignant tumor in adults. Occurs in 40 to 60 years old, with unilateral onset. 85% occur in the choroid, 9% in the ciliary body, and 6% in the iris.

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