Uveal Effusion Syndrome

Four quadrant sclerotomies for uveal effusion syndrome

“…A number of surgical procedures have been described for the management of UES. 2 Herein, we describe our surgical management of a case of UES, demonstrating the global nature of the ocular pathology.…”

“…We read with great interest the recent correspondence by Wang et al 1 referring to our case series entitled 'Medical therapy for uveal effusion syndrome'. 2 Wang et al suggested in their case report that even in cases of UES with localised subretinal fluid, a surgical intervention with sclerotomies performed in all four quadrants may be necessary to successfully manage the patient.…”

Shield or not to shield? Postoperative protection after modern cataract surgery

“…3 As stated by the authors, IUES is a diagnosis of exclusion; and is typically associated with serous retinal detachment. 4 No serous retinal detachment is seen in the case presented.…”

“…This observation raises the question as to the underlying aetiology and although an autoimmune mechanism with HLA-DR linkage is likely, other forces may have a role to perform. 4,5 Further work is required to ascertain the possibility of a vasculitic element to the underlying processes. …”

Response to: Idiopathic uveal effusion syndrome causing unilateral acute angle closure in a pseudophakic patient

“…3 As stated by the authors, IUES is a diagnosis of exclusion; and is typically associated with serous retinal detachment. 4 No serous retinal detachment is seen in the case presented.…”