Anterior Segment
Pars Planitis
Also known as: pars planitis, intermediate uveitis, parsplanitis, snowballs vitreous, snowbanking pars plana, peripheral uveitis, pars plana exudate, floaters young adult uveitis
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Overview
A form of intermediate uveitis characterised by inflammation of the pars plana (ciliary body flat part) and peripheral vitreous. The hallmark is 'snowballs' and 'snowbanking' (exudate over the pars plana/inferior vitreous base). Typically bilateral, chronic, and affects children and young adults. Associated with multiple sclerosis in approximately 10–15% of cases in adults. Can cause severe vision loss from cystoid macular oedema, vitreous haemorrhage, or retinal detachment.
What OptoGuide™ covers for pars planitis
- Recognition patterns — symptoms, signs, and differentiators
- Don't-miss risks and escalation triggers
- Management tiers with linked Australian therapeutics
- Referral urgency, specialty, and letter drafting
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