THE INTERPLAY OF CATARACTS AND UVEITIS:
CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS AND MANAGEMENT
STRATEGIES

To assess the incidence of cataracts in uveitis patients and explore the implications for treatment and patient outcomes.

“International Clinic”, Tirana,Albania and “University Hospital of Mother Teresa”, Tirana, Albania

Methods:

• Study Design: Retrospective cohort study.
• Population: 87 patients diagnosed with uveitis at

  “International Clinic”, Tirana,Albania and “University Hospital of Mother Teresa”, Tirana, Albania

  from 1st January-1st September 2024.
• Data Collected were:
• Demographics (age, gender)
• Uveitis classification (anterior, posterior, panuveitis)
• Presence and severity of cataracts
• Treatment modalities for uveitis
• Surgical intervention for cataracts

Demographics (n=87):

• Age: Mean 45 ÷ 12 year
• Gender: 55% female, 45% male

Prevalence of Cataracts:

• Overall incidence of cataracts in uveitis patients: 40% (60 patients)
• Breakdown by Uveitis Type:
• Anterior Uveitis: 25%
• Posterior Uveitis: 60%
• Panuveitis: 50%

Cataract Severity:

• Mild: 30%
• Moderate: 50%
• Severe: 20%

Treatment approaches:

• Medical management of uveitis (corticosteroids, immunosuppressants)in 80% of cases.
• Surgical intervention (cataract surgery) performed in 40% of patients with cataracts

Uveitis significantly increases the risk of cataracts, particularly in cases of posterior and panuveitis.

The severity of cataracts correlates with the duration and treatment of uveitis.

Early diagnosis and management of uveitis may mitigate cataract formation and improve visual outcomes.

The interplay between cataracts and uveitis necessitates a multidisciplinary approach for optimal management.

Ongoing monitoring and timely surgical intervention can enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.