IOIS WEBINAR 06

Controversies in Syphilitic Uveitis

OBJECTIVES
This webinar aims to address key controversies in the diagnosis and management of syphilitic uveitis. It will examine differing approaches to syphilis testing and the role of lumbar puncture, as well as strategies for the use of antibiotics and corticosteroids in placoid retinitis. By integrating viewpoints from multiple societies, the session seeks to promote evidence informed, practical, and individualized care for patients with syphilitic uveitis across diverse clinical settings.

PROGRAMME
Introduction to the webinar (2`)

Case 1: TBC (6`)
Case 2: TBC (6`)

Debate 1:
Viewpoint 1: Syphilis testing and lumbar puncture for detecting syphilis
TBC (ESP; 10`)
Debate 2:
Viewpoint 2: Syphilis testing and lumbar puncture for detecting syphilis
TBC (TUR; 10`)
Summary of the Debate: by Aniruddha Agarwal (5`)

Debate 3:
Viewpoint 1: Strategies for Steroids and antibiotics for placoid retinitis
TBC (GRC; 10`)
Debate 4:
Viewpoint 2: Strategies for Steroids and antibiotics for placoid retinitis
TBC (CH; 10`)
Summary of the Debate: by Lyndell Lim (5`)

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