Inflammatory & Posterior-Segment Uveitis Management

Uveitis is a complex inflammatory condition that can threaten vision if not diagnosed and managed promptly. When inflammation involves the posterior segment of the eye, care becomes especially nuanced and requires specialized expertise. At Gulf Coast Retina Center, our ophthalmologist focuses on advanced diagnostic and treatment strategies to preserve vision and improve long-term outcomes for patients with inflammatory and posterior-segment uveitis.

Understanding Posterior-Segment Uveitis

Posterior-segment uveitis refers to inflammation affecting the back portion of the eye. Unlike anterior uveitis, which often presents with pain and redness, posterior involvement may progress silently. Patients may notice floaters, blurred vision, decreased contrast sensitivity, or visual field defects. Because symptoms can be subtle, delayed diagnosis increases the risk of irreversible retinal damage.

Posterior uveitis may occur as an isolated ocular condition or as part of a systemic inflammatory or autoimmune disease. Infectious causes, inflammatory disorders, and idiopathic cases all require careful differentiation, as treatment approaches vary significantly.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Approach

Accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of effective uveitis management. At Gulf Coast Retina Center, we employ advanced imaging and testing to determine the underlying cause and extent of inflammation, including:

• Optical coherence tomography (OCT) to assess retinal and macular involvement

• Fluorescein and indocyanine green angiography to evaluate vascular leakage and choroidal pathology

• Laboratory testing and systemic evaluation when autoimmune, inflammatory, or infectious causes are suspected
  
  

Individualized Treatment Strategies

Management of posterior-segment uveitis is highly individualized and depends on disease severity, chronicity, and underlying etiology. Treatment goals focus on controlling inflammation, preventing recurrence, and minimizing treatment-related side effects.

Therapeutic options may include:

• Corticosteroids, delivered locally or systemically to reduce acute inflammation

• Immunomodulatory therapy for chronic or recurrent noninfectious uveitis

• Targeted antimicrobial or antiviral therapy for infectious causes

• Intravitreal injections or sustained-release implants for localized disease control
  
  

Close monitoring allows treatment plans to be adjusted as inflammation resolves or evolves, helping protect retinal structure and visual function over time.

Long-Term Monitoring and Vision Preservation

Uveitis often requires ongoing management. Even when inflammation is well controlled, patients remain at risk for complications such as macular edema, cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal scarring. Regular follow-up visits and imaging are essential to detect changes early and intervene before permanent vision loss occurs.

By combining advanced technology with subspecialty retinal expertise, Dr. Oren Plous and his team is equipped to manage both acute presentations and long-term inflammatory eye disease.

Contact Our Retina Specialist Today

Inflammatory and posterior-segment uveitis presents unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, but early detection and expert management can make a significant difference in visual outcomes. With advanced retinal treatment that addresses both ocular and systemic factors, patients can achieve better disease control and long-term vision preservation.

Contact Gulf Coast Retina Center to learn more about our specialized uveitis management services. Visit our office in Sarasota or Venice, Florida, call (941) 312-2769 to book an appointment, or be seen today.