Conjunctival Melanoma: A Narrative Review of Current Knowledge.

Pigment Cell Melanoma Res

Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic Surgery, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece.

Published: March 2025

This review explores the current literature on conjunctival melanoma, a rare and complex periocular neoplasm, emphasizing the absence of a standardized treatment protocol and the associated management challenges. It examines the clinical, genetic, and histological features of conjunctival melanoma, alongside diagnostic methodologies and treatment strategies, drawing on the most recent bibliographic data. The literature was systematically reviewed using the PubMed database, offering insights into future research directions and highlighting innovative treatment approaches, particularly for advanced-stage disease.

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