UVEA CLASS4: Management of uveitis

    Class4 in the uveitis series deals with the management of uveitis. It includes the general principles of management, non-specific therapy of cycloplegic-mydriatics, use of corticosteroids and its associated complications, and a brief discussion on immunosuppressives. The role of surgery in uvetis is also dealt with. Finally, case presentations to highlight management aspects are discussed.

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    A few sites which are interesting...
      1. http://ophthalmology.auckland.ac.nz/teaching/download/9.%20Antr%20Uveitis%20Mx%20Principles.pdf


    To evaluate your understanding and recall of the topic attempt the quiz below. It contains MCQs on sequelae, complications and management of uveitis.
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    References
      1. Diseases of the uveal tract. In: Parsons' Diseases of the eye. 20th ed. Sihota R, Tandon R eds. Elsevier; 2007.
      2. Basic and Clinical Science Course. Intraocular inflammation and uveitis. American Academy of Ophthalmology. 2006-2007.
      3. Nussenblatt RB, Whitcup SM, Palestine AG. Uveitis: Fundamentals and Clinical Practice. 2nd ed. St. Louis: Mosby; 1996.
      4. Duane's Ophthalmology 1997. CD-ROM Edition.

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