: Guidance on systemic immunomodulatory therapies, biologic agents, humanized monoclonal antibodies, and intraocular depot steroid implants.
The text categorizes uveitis into four primary types to guide treatment: : Inflammation of the iris or ciliary body. Uveitis: A Practical Guide to the Diagnosis and...
: In-depth coverage of modern diagnostic tools, including the advent of PCR technology for identifying infectious causes. Panuveitis : Inflammation affecting all layers of the uvea
: Contributions from leaders in ophthalmology, rheumatology, internal medicine, infectious disease, and oncology. Overview of the Guide
: Primarily affecting the vitreous body and pars plana. Posterior : Inflammation of the retina and choroid. Panuveitis : Inflammation affecting all layers of the uvea. Uveitis - Springer Nature
Uveitis is broadly defined as inflammation of the uveal tract—the iris, ciliary body, and choroid—but the guide extends this to any inflammatory state within the eye. Without prompt diagnosis and treatment, these conditions can lead to severe complications, including vision loss and permanent blindness.
The text is a comprehensive medical textbook edited by George N. Papaliodis , Director of the Ocular Immunology and Uveitis Service at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Published by Springer Nature in 2017, it serves as a critical resource for ophthalmologists and specialists managing complex inflammatory eye conditions. Overview of the Guide