About Uveitis
Key Highlights
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Targeted treatment to reduce intraocular inflammation and prevent vision-threatening complications.Customized management plan based on the specific type (anterior, intermediate, posterior, panuveitis) and cause of uveitis.Focuses on preserving long-term eye health and visual acuity.May involve a combination of local (eye drops, injections) and systemic therapies for comprehensive control.Regular monitoring allows for adjustment of treatment to achieve optimal outcomes with minimal side effects.
Who is this surgery for?
- Eye redness, pain, and photophobia (light sensitivity).
- Blurred vision or the appearance of floaters (dark spots in vision).
- Diagnosis of an autoimmune disease like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or sarcoidosis.
- Suspected or confirmed ocular infection (e.g., herpes, toxoplasmosis).
- History of eye injury or trauma.
- Inflammation detected during a routine eye examination, even without symptoms.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive eye examination including visual acuity test and slit-lamp biomicroscopy.
- Detailed medical history review to identify potential systemic causes or infections.
- Possible diagnostic tests: Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), fluorescein angiography, or blood tests.
- Discussion of current medications, allergies, and overall health with the ophthalmologist.
- For procedures like injections, informed consent will be obtained after explaining the risks and benefits.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential side effects from corticosteroid use: elevated intraocular pressure (glaucoma), cataracts.
- Risk of infection from intraocular injections or implants.
- Retinal detachment or bleeding inside the eye (vitreous hemorrhage).
- Macular edema (fluid buildup in the central retina) affecting central vision.
- Incomplete control of inflammation, leading to recurrent episodes or chronic uveitis.
- Systemic side effects if oral immunosuppressants are required (e.g., increased infection risk).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate recovery from diagnostic procedures is typically quick; patients can often resume normal activities the same day.
- If eye drops are prescribed, strict adherence to the dosage schedule is critical.
- Regular follow-up appointments are essential to monitor inflammation response and adjust medication.
- Patients should report any sudden increase in pain, vision loss, or new floaters immediately.
- Use of protective eyewear may be advised, and strenuous activity might be restricted temporarily after certain injections.
- Managing the underlying systemic condition (if present) is a key part of long-term recovery and prevention of recurrence.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time: Varies widely; acute episodes may resolve in weeks, while chronic management is ongoing
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering uveitis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with ophthalmology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform uveitis. MediFyr helps you compare ophthalmologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for uveitis compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 22 – USD 544 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Varies widely; acute episodes may resolve in weeks, while chronic management is ongoing | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 161 – USD 4,026 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Varies widely; acute episodes may resolve in weeks, while chronic management is ongoing | Know More |
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Ophthalmologists for Uveitis
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform uveitis and provide pre- and post-operative care in Turkey.
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