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  • Macular edema (ME) is a potential complication of anterior, intermediate, and posterior uveitis.
  • The pathogenesis of Uveitic ME (UME) involves blood-retinal barrier (BRB) breakdown.
  • Causes of uveitis include infectious, neoplastic, or autoimmune etiologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies for uveitic macular edema.
  • To highlight the role of imaging and treatment modalities in managing UME.

Main Methods:

  • Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a standard non-invasive diagnostic tool for macular thickening.
  • Retinal fluorescein and indocyanine green angiography aid in evaluating the macula, vasculitis, ischemia, and neovascularization.
  • Review of current and emerging therapeutic approaches, including corticosteroids, immunomodulators, and biotherapies.

Main Results:

  • OCT provides sensitive and reproducible confirmation of macular thickening.
  • Angiography offers insights into etiology, complications, and therapeutic response.
  • Corticosteroids (intravitreal, subconjunctival, subtenon) are common but have limitations.
  • Systemic treatments and immunomodulatory agents are used for persistent or bilateral cases.

Conclusions:

  • UME diagnosis relies on OCT and angiography.
  • Treatment strategies vary based on etiology and persistence, ranging from corticosteroids to systemic immunomodulators.
  • Emerging biotherapies and immunomodulators are under investigation for safety and efficacy in UME management.