What is iritis?
Iritis is a form of uveitis and refers to the inflammation of the iris of the eye. It’s the most common form of uveitis in children.
Uveitis is a serious inflammatory eye disease in which the inside of the eye (specifically the three parts that make up the uvea — the iris, ciliary body, and choroid) become inflamed.
- Uveitis affects one in 20,000 children worldwide.
- Anterior uveitis, involving inflammation of the iris alone or the iris and ciliary body, is the most common form of uveitis in children.
- If left untreated, the inflammation can lead to scarring, cataracts, glaucoma, and blindness. Prompt care is critical. If uveitis is diagnosed and treated promptly, however, the prognosis is generally good, and patients can expect to a full recovery.
Iritis (Uveitis) | Programs & Services
Programs
Comprehensive Pediatric Ophthalmology Service
Program
The Comprehensive Pediatric Ophthalmology Service is the largest group of full-time practicing pediatric ophthalmologists in the United States.
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Rheumatology Program
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The Rheumatology Program cares for children and adolescents with a broad range of rheumatologic and inflammatory diseases.
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Ophthalmology
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The Department of Ophthalmology offers the latest and best in diagnostics and care for children with vision problems.
