Malignant epithelial tumors of the lacrimal (tear) gland make up just two percent of tumors of the eye socket. Adenoid cystic carcinoma (AdCC) are more frequently diagnosed (nearly 50 percent of cancerous lacrimal gland tumors).
Why Choose Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center?
Sylvester is an NCI-designated cancer center. The National Cancer Institute has reaffirmed us as South Florida’s only NCI-designated cancer center. We have been recognized for our scientific leadership, our commitment to training the next generation of cancer researchers and providers, as well as our engagement with the communities that we serve. For patients, this designation translates into greater access to leading-edge treatment options, including clinical trials that prioritize your specific cancer.
Multidisciplinary care teams. Your cancer is assessed and treated by a variety of eye professionals. This includes ophthalmologists, dermatologists, ocular and radiation oncologists, and pathologists. You'll receive highly personalized care that ensures your best possible results.
Pre-surgical chemotherapy options. Intra-arterial chemotherapy (IACC), provided prior to surgery, was pioneered at Sylvester and appears to improve overall survival and decrease disease recurrence.
Top-ranked eye prosthesis (artificial replacement) options. If the eyeball must be removed to cure cancer, a prosthetic eye improves your appearance and protects the space and cells behind your eye. The prosthesis is custom designed to match the iris and pupil of your other eye so you can have more confidence and lifetime health after treatment.
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is the top-rated facility in the country for the treatment of diseases and disorders of the eye, according to U.S. News & World Report. When you choose us for your eye care, you will receive the best care in the nation in a compassionate setting.
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