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Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.
Source: Retinoblastoma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: October 7, 2021 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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The prognosis and treatment options depend on the following:
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Whether the cancer is in one or both eyes.
The size and number of tumors.
Whether the tumor has spread to the area around the eye, to the brain, or to other parts of the body.
The age of the child.
How likely it is that vision can be saved in one or both eyes.
Whether a second type of cancer has formed.
Whether the cancer is newly diagnosed or has recurred (come back).
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