Melanocytoma of the optic nerve head: a review

The melanocytoma of the optic disc is a deeply-pigmented tumor located on the optic nerve head. In contrast to malignant melanoma, it appears to occur in equal frequency in whites and non-whites. Histologically, it consists of deeply-pigmented plump nevus cells with benign characteristics. No treatment is usually necessary and the prognosis is excellent.Supported in part by the Retina Research and Development Foundation, Philadelphia, and the Lions Club of Pennsylvania.