Melanoma of the Uvea Pathologic TNM Finding v7

**Semantic type:** Finding

**Definition:** A pathologic finding about one or more characteristics of melanoma of the uvea, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system. Resection of the primary tumor by iridectomy, iridocyclectomy, local resection, or enucleation is needed for complete pathologic staging. Assessment of the extent of the tumor, measured in clock hours of involvement, basal dimensions, tumor thickness, and margins of resection, is necessary. (from AJCC 7th Ed.)