A Review of Granulomatous Anterior Uveitis: Clinical Presentation and Management

Abstract

Background: Inflammation of the uvea is called uveitis. Iris, ciliary body, and choroid are parts of the uvea. It is anatomically classified into Anterior, Posterior, Intermediate, and Pan-uveitis. Prevalence of Anterior uveitis is more common when compared to another type of inflammations, with varied rates of occurrence within the broader population of different countries. The severe implications of untreated or recurring anterior uveitis are often underestimated. Anterior uveitis is characterized by Iritis, which is inflammation of the iris, the anterior region of the ciliary body pars plicata (anterior cyclitis), or both components (iridocyclitis); it is the most common cause of uveitis. Also, based on its cause, Uveitis is classified into Granulomatous and No granulomatous uveitis. Non-infectious and infectious causes may cause it. INFECTIOUS: Tuberculosis, Syphilis, Leprosy, Herpes viruses, Cytomegalovirus, Trematodes, Toxoplasmosis, Post-streptococcal infections. NON-INFECTIOUS: Sarcoidosis, Multiple sclerosis, Lymphoma, Lens-induced. Pain, impaired vision, redness, watering, and photophobia are common symptoms of anterior uveitis. The treatment of uveitis should be evaluated according to the disease's signs and symptoms. Objective: The purpose is to review the articles related to clinical features and management of granulomatous anterior uveitis. Methodology: The data were collected from various electronic databases like google scholar, PubMed, etc. Results: After reviewing the patient from OPD and given articles, granulomatous anterior uveitis can be managed by the given treatment and also reduces further diminution of vision Conclusion: After reviewing the articles, we conclude that a given treatment can manage the signs and symptoms of granulomatous anterior uveitis.