Reasonable Hypothesis SOP [1] | 41of 2016 |
Balance of Probabilities SOP [2] | 42 of 2016 |
SOP Bulletin 190 [3]
This SOP covers a range of benign neoplasms of the surface and insides of the eye and the lacrimal gland and duct. A number of other benign tumours close to the eye are not covered. See the lists below.
Confirming the diagnosis
Biopsy / excision, with histology, is required for definitive diagnosis. However, this may not always be appropriate for some tumour types. In such cases, a diagnosis based on the clinical findings can be accepted. Information on the type and site of the tumour will be required to apply the causal factors.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset will be when the lump or lesion, subsequently diagnosed to be a benign neoplasm of the eye or adnexa, was first noticed.
The only worsening factor is for inability to obtain appropriate clinical management.
Links
[1] http://www.rma.gov.au/assets/SOP/2016/041.pdf
[2] http://www.rma.gov.au/assets/SOP/2016/042.pdf
[3] https://clik.dva.gov.au/system/files/media/2016-05%20Bulletin%20190%20new%20SOPs.pdf