Author: Shruti Senthilkumar / Editor: Sarah Edwards / Codes: / Published: 30/07/2026
This learning session provides a comprehensive overview of uveitis and its the most common form, anterior uveitis. The module delves into the definition, pathophysiology, clinical assessment, investigations and management of uveitis and potential pitfalls in assessment and management.
The module is tailored for medical students and emergency medicine clinicians seeking to enhance their expertise in ophthalmology and improve patient outcomes in the management of uveitis.
Learning Objectives
After completing this session, you will be able to:
- Define uveitis and understand its epidemiology and classification.
- Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying uveitis.
- Identify the clinical features and risk factors associated with anterior uveitis.
- Outline the recommended investigations for diagnosing uveitis
- Discuss the management strategies for uveitis, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Recognize common pitfalls in the diagnosis and management of uveitis
References
- Tsirouki T, Dastiridou A, Symeonidis C, Tounakaki O, et al. A Focus on the Epidemiology of Uveitis. Ocul Immunol Inflamm. 2018 Jan 2;26(1):216. [cited 2025 Jun 19]
- Jabs DA, Nussenblatt RB, Rosenbaum JT, et al. Standardization of uveitis nomenclature for reporting clinical data. Results of the First International Workshop. Am J Ophthalmol. 2005 Sep 1;140(3):50916. [cited 2025 Jun 4]
- Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth). Emergency eye care in hospital eye units and secondary care. London: Royal College of Ophthalmologists; 2024.
