Abstract

Laser flare (LF) photometry (P) is used to quantify the protein concentration in the aqueous humor, and therefore assess the blood-aqueous humor barrier. LFP is more reliable than the clinical assessment of the Tyndall effect, and is thus especially useful in the follow-up of uveitis patients. In active uveitis, LFP correlates well with the anterior chamber cell grading. Various studies have shown that high LF values are associated with an increased risk of uveitic complications, such as macular edema, glaucoma, and posterior synechiae. LFP can also be used to assess the response to anti-inflammatory treatments as well as the optimal timing and selection of the surgical technique for intraocular surgeries.

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