On this episode of the JVRD Author's Forum podcast, Dr. Ivana K. Kim of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston, discusses ‘Confirmatory Cytopathology and Potential Impact on the Predictive Value of Gene Expression Profiling in Patients With Uveal Melanoma,' published in the March/April 2025 issue of JVRD.

Host Dr. Timothy Murray and Dr. Kim discuss research on the utility of gene expression profiling (GEP) in diagnosing uveal melanoma, particularly in cases where cytopathology results are non-diagnostic. The study found that even in small tumors where cytopathology may not be practical, GEP alone can still provide valuable prognostic information, making it a reliable tool for clinical decision-making.

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Welcome to ASRS’s Journal of Vitreoretinal Diseases (JVRD) Author’s Forum. JVRD is the official scientific peer-reviewed journal of the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS), offering the highest quality and most impactful research and clinical information in the field. Join host Dr. Timothy Murray, Editor-in-Chief for JVRD, as he discusses cutting-edge developments featured in JVRD with the lead authors who share clinical pearls and explore their significance for advancing patient care.