Advanced Eye Care
Uveal disorders
Uveal disorders of the eye include Inflammation of the Uveal tissue, which is one of the parts of the eye. It may be associated with infections, autoimmune conditions or inflammatory disease in the eye or elsewhere in the body.
What is the Uvea?
The uveal tissue is the pigmented, middle layer of the eye. It is located between the inner retina and the outer sclera. It consists of three main structures:
Iris
Colored part of the eye
Ciliary body
Muscles that are attached to the lens and alter the lens shape
Choroid
posterior part of the uvea containing a dense network of blood vessels
Common symptoms of Uveal disorders
Patients may experience any of the following symptoms :
Redness
Eye pain
Blurring of vision
Light sensitivity
Floaters
Recurrent redness and pain
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Types of Uveitis
Anterior uveitis
Affects the anterior uveal tissue (Iritis) causing inflammation in the anterior chamber of the eye. This is commonly associated with pain, redness and light sensitivity
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Intermediate uveitis
Affects the middle uveal tissue (ciliary body) and vitreous gel. This is associated with floaters, blurring of vision.
Posterior uveitis
Affects the posterior uveal tissue (choroid) and the retina. It is associated with decreased vision.
Panuveitis
Inflammation involving all parts of the uveal tissue.
When should you see a Doctor ?
Endophthalmitis
Endophthalmitis is a serious, sight-threatening condition due to inflammation of the intraocular fluids (vitreous and aqueous), usually due to infection. It is of 2 types- Exogenous and Endogenous. Prompt management is required to preserve vision.
Panophthalmitis
Panophthalmitis is a rapidly progressing infection involving all structures of the eyeball with an extension into the orbital structures. Delayed or inadequate treatment can lead to severe or permanent vision loss and serious systemic implications.
Namah is well-equipped with Advanced Diagnostics for multimodal Imaging
Spectral Domain-Optical Coherence Tomography (SD-OCT) Huvitz OCTavius
SD-OCT technology is used for fast and detailed retinal layer imaging
Fast
Non-invasive
High resolution 3D imaging
High sensitivity for detection of subtle changes in the retinal layers
Monitoring of disease progression and treatment response
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Optical Coherence Tomography- Angiography (OCTA) Huvitz OCTavius
OCTA technology allows for non- invasive (NO dye injection used) imaging of retinal and choroidal blood vessels
Fast
Non- invasive (No dye injection)
Early detection of abnormal vascular changes
Monitoring for disease progression and treatment response
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Fundus imaging
Colour retinal images optimised with high resolution and contrast are useful for clinical diagnosis
Better visualisation and documentation of abnormalities
Monitor the progression or regression of lesions on follow up
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Treatment modalities at Namah
Medical management
Medical management in uveitis is done in the form of eye drops or oral medication. Detailed systemic evaluation by special blood tests helps to determine the underlying cause and start targeted systemic therapy.
Intravitreal or periocular injections
It is a minimally invasive procedure to deliver potent medicines inside the eye for maximum benefit to the patient.
Procedure is quick, safe and is performed under topical anesthesia (using eye drops).
It is given for retinal swelling or due to presence of abnormal new blood vessels or infections. These conditions include macular edema, endophthalmitis, occlusive proliferative diseases or other inflammatory conditions.
At Namah, this procedure is performed in the modular operation theatre under aseptic precautions to ensure maximum safety for the patient.
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RETINAL LASER AT NAMAH
Non-invasive LASER retinal treatment is a fast and safe OPD procedure done under topical anesthesia (using eye drops)
Certain inflammatory conditions resulting in non-perfused retinal areas or proliferative changes require retinal LASER treatment
At Namah, multi-spot green laser (AEON meditech) is used to deliver multiple laser spots at one time, ensuring quick laser procedure completion with minimal pain for the patient.
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VITRECTOMY SURGERY AT NAMAH
Advanced Minimally Invasive Vitrectomy Surgery (MIVS) is performed in advanced cases of uveitis causing vitreo-retinal complications.
In some cases, silicone oil or gas is placed inside the eye during surgery to support the retina. Silicone oil removal may then be required after a few months.
Need for special post- operative care in the form of head positioning may be needed in certain cases.
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Oertli OS 4 vitrectomy platform
An advanced surgical platform is used for vitrectomy surgery at Namah
High speed vitrectomy with precise and controlled surgical environment
Highly stable ocular dynamics ensuring improved surgical safety
Minimally invasive procedure- MIVS incisions are very small and usually do not require any sutures
Faster healing
Better visual outcomes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can uveitis come back?
Yes. Some types of uveitis can recur or become chronic. Follow-up is important even after symptoms improve.
Is uveitis related to other body diseases?
Sometimes. Uveitis may be associated with infections, autoimmune conditions or inflammatory disease elsewhere in the body. Selected patients may need blood tests or physician/rheumatology coordination.