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Aetiological Study of Anterior Uveitis in a Tertiary Hospital in Assam

Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) (Vol.7, No. 6)

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Page : 1658-1661

Keywords : Anterior uveitis; Assam; Idiopathic; HLA B27 associated uveitis; herpetic uveitis;

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Abstract

Aim-To determine the clinical presentation and aetiology of anterior uveitis. Methods- This cross sectional observational study was conducted among 71patients below 20 years of age, attending the ophthalmology outpatient department of Assam Medical College& Hospital, between June, 2016 to May, 2017. Results- Acute, unilateral, nongranulomatous presentation were more common. Males were predominantly affected. Majority cases were idiopathic followed by HLA B27 associated uveitis, herpetic uveitis, traumatic uveitis. Conclusion- Determination of aetiology of anterior uveitis is one of the most difficult problems in ophthalmology. A thorough history, physical examination and investigations are essential to reach a definite diagnosis.

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