2022-2023 Basic and Clinical Science Course (TM), Section 09: Uveitis and Ocular Inflammation

The Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course is the ultimate clinical resource for ophthalmology, used by practitioners worldwide. It includes 13 volumes with up-to-date knowledge, tables, self-assessment questions, photos, and illustrations. In partnership with the European Board of Ophthalmology, it is now the standard text for European ophthalmology training programs. Section 9 covers immune-mediated eye disease, including an interactive uveitis diagnostic algorithm and a chapter on scleritis. It also discusses the clinical approach to uveitis, infectious and noninfectious forms, and the detection of infectious agents.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 30 August 2022
Publisher: American Academy of Ophthalmology

The Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™ is the ultimate resource for ophthalmology, trusted by practicing ophthalmologists and residents worldwide. Comprising 13 comprehensive volumes, this course offers up-to-date clinical knowledge, concise information, tables, self-assessment questions with answers, photographs, illustrations, and opportunities to earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Beginning with the 2013–2014 edition, the Academy and the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) have collaborated to establish the BCSC® as the standard text for all European ophthalmology training programs. The EBO now recommends the BCSC® as the primary educational resource for European trainees and ophthalmologists preparing for the annual EBO Diploma Exam.

Section 9 of the course provides an overview of immune-mediated eye disease, covering fundamental immunologic concepts, ocular immune responses, and specialized topics in ocular immunology. It includes an interactive uveitis diagnostic algorithm and a comprehensive chapter on scleritis. This section delves into the clinical approach to uveitis, exploring both noninfectious (autoimmune) and infectious forms, with expanded coverage of viral uveitis and material on infectious and noninfectious scleritis.

Enhanced detection of infectious agents through immunologic and genetic methods, as well as biologic therapeutics, is detailed. Additionally, the section addresses endophthalmitis, masquerade syndromes, complications of uveitis, and ocular aspects of AIDS.

To enhance understanding, the course includes three fundamental surgical technique videos and one diagnostic video. Upon completing Section 9, readers will possess the ability to:

Identify general and specific pathophysiologic processes that impact the structure and function of the uvea, lens, intraocular cavit.

Grasp the underlying mechanisms that contribute to various ocular disorders, enabling them to provide optimal care to patients.

Apply the knowledge gained to diagnose and manage uveitis, scleritis, and related conditions effectively.

By investing in the Academy's Basic and Clinical Science Course™, ophthalmologists can stay at the forefront of their field, delivering the highest-quality patient care and advancing the profession.

ISBN-13: 9781681045498