It is the most common primary cancer of the retina and affects young children mostly under 5 years. It is curable if
detected and treated early.
Clinical features
- White pupil (leukocoria)
- Squint
- Redness and swelling of the eye
- Glowing in the dark or cat’s eye reflex
Management
- Ocular examination by midwives immediately after birth for early diagnosis
- Refer urgently (within 72 hours) all children suspected to have retinoblastoma to an
ophthalmologist