stage I

Definition of stage I intraocular melanoma of the ciliary body and choroid

stage I intraocular melanoma of the ciliary body and choroid

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The tumor is size category 1 (not more than 12 millimeters wide and not more than 3 millimeters thick; or not more than 9 millimeters wide and 3.1 to 6 millimeters thick) and is in the choroid only.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms