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SynthesisInternational ophthalmology2026

Formulation of treatment protocol for ocular surface squamous neoplasia.

Seyed-Hashem Daryabari, Hossein Aghamollaei, Seyed Rahim Hassanpour, Javad Rezaei, Seyyed Morteza Hosseini Imeni, Mojtaba Sepandi, Mehdi Raei

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Synthesis in International ophthalmology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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7 authors.

Seyed-Hashem DaryabariDepartment of Ophthalmology, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Mollasadra Street, Tehran, No. 14359 15371, Iran.
Hossein AghamollaeiDepartment of Ophthalmology, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Mollasadra Street, Tehran, No. 14359 15371, Iran.
Seyed Rahim HassanpourDepartment of Ophthalmology, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Mollasadra Street, Tehran, No. 14359 15371, Iran.
Javad RezaeiDepartment of Ophthalmology, Labbafinejad Medical Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Seyyed Morteza Hosseini ImeniDepartment of ophthalmology, Babol university of medical sciences, Babol, Iran. Mortezahosseinimd@gmail.com.
Mojtaba SepandiDepartment of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Faculty of Health, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Mehdi RaeiDepartment of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Faculty of Health, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

In this study we report a structured, evidence-based treatment protocol for ocular surface squamous neoplasia (OSSN) by integrating findings from a systematic literature review with expert clinical insights. We performed a two-step methodology. First, a comprehensive systematic review was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science to identify relevant studies on OSSN treatment. Articles were screened based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Next, a focused group discussion was conducted with expert ophthalmologists to develop a consensus-driven treatment protocol. Discussions were transcribed and thematically analyzed to identify key recommendations for treatment selection and follow-up strategies. Based on the literature review and expert panel consensus, a structured treatment protocol was developed. Surgical treatment is recommended in cases with uncertainty regarding the diagnosis, resource limitations, exclusive corneal involvement, and poor patient compliance with medical treatment or follow-up. Medical treatment with interferon α-2b or 5-fluorouracil is preferred in other scenarios, with agent selection based on side-effect profile and medication availability. Adjuvant therapy is advised when surgical margins are involved. Furthermore, a standardized follow-up schedule is proposed, ensuring long-term monitoring for recurrence. In conclusion, this protocol provides a structured, adaptable framework for OSSN treatment, offering clear guidelines for selecting the appropriate treatment strategy. By balancing evidence-based recommendations with clinical considerations, this protocol aims to optimize patient outcomes.

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Carcinoma, Squamous CellConjunctival NeoplasmsCorneal DiseasesEye NeoplasmsAntineoplastic AgentsClinical ProtocolsFluorouracilHumansInterferon alpha-2Antineoplastic AgentsFluorouracilInterferon alpha-25-fluorouracilInterferon α-2bMitomycin COcular surface squamous neoplasiaOSSNTreatment protocol

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PMID42047870

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