Anterior Uveitis Flashcards
What is anterior uveitis also referred to as?
Iritis
What does anterior uveitis describe?
Inflammation of the anterior portion of the uvea - iris and ciliary body
Which HLA type is associated with anterior uveitis?
HLA-B27
List some features of anterior uveitis
- Acute onset
- Ocular discomfort & pain (may increase with use)
- Small +/- irregular pupil
- Intense photophobia
- Blurred vision
- Red eye
- Lacrimation
- Ciliary flush
- Hypopyon
- Visual acuity initially normal → impaired
What is hypopyon?
Pus and inflammatory cells in the anterior chamber, often resulting in a visible fluid level
List some associated conditions with anterior uveitis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Reactive arthritis
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn’s disease
- Behcet’s disease
- Sarcoidosis (bilateral disease may be seen)
What is the first step in the management of anterior uveitis?
Urgent review by ophthalmology
What type of medication is used to relieve pain and photophobia in anterior uveitis?
Cycloplegics
Fill in the blank: Cycloplegics help to _______ the pupil.
[dilate]
Name two examples of cycloplegics used in anterior uveitis management.
- Atropine
- Cyclopentolate
True or False: Anterior uveitis is characterized by a normal visual acuity.
True
What symptom may increase with the use of the eye in anterior uveitis?
Ocular discomfort & pain
What is ciliary flush?
A ring of red spreading outwards
