Uveitis and Inflammatory Eye Diseases

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Module 1: Uveitis Classification and Etiology

  • Classification of uveitis based on location and etiology.
  • Infectious and non-infectious causes.
  • Systemic associations and underlying conditions.

Module 2: Diagnosis and Evaluation

  • Clinical signs and symptoms of uveitis.
  • Diagnostic tests, including imaging and laboratory workup.
  • Role of anterior chamber paracentesis.

Module 3: Medical Management of Uveitis

  • Pharmacological treatment options (e.g., corticosteroids, immunosuppressants).
  • Biologic agents and targeted therapies.
  • Dosing regimens and monitoring.

Module 4: Complications and Surgical Interventions

  • Complications of uveitis (e.g., cataracts, glaucoma).
  • Indications and techniques for uveitic cataract surgery.
  • Surgical management of severe inflammation.

Module 5: Pediatric Uveitis

  • Special considerations in pediatric uveitis.
  • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis-associated uveitis.
  • Multidisciplinary care in pediatric cases.

Module 6: Uveitis Research and Collaborations

  • Current research on uveitis treatment and etiology.
  • Collaborations with rheumatologists and immunologists.
  • Investigational therapies and clinical trials.
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