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  • Tuberculosis
  • Tuberculosis, Ocular

Ocular Tuberculosis

Ocular tuberculosis (TB) is a clinical disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) that can affect various ocular tissues and present with a wide range of symptoms. The condition can manifest in different parts of the eye, leading to various clinical symptoms. Consideration of ocular TB as a clinical manifestation of extrapulmonary TB, especially in immunocompromised individuals, and diagnosing and initiating treatment promptly is essential to prevent poor patient outcomes. The pathophysiological effects of MTB on the eye can vary depending on the mode of infection, including hematogenous spread from pulmonary or extrapulmonary sites affecting the uveal tract and leading to different forms of uveitis. Ocular TB requires a thorough evaluation, including several diagnostic tests to confirm the diagnosis, especially in human immunodeficiency virus-infected persons, as these individuals are disproportionately affected by MTB. Given the complexity of ocular tuberculosis management, evidence- and experience-based recommendations have been developed that provide a framework for evaluating and treating ocular TB based on clinical findings, immunologic evidence, and radiologic findings. This course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of ocular TB. Participants learn to interpret clinical, immunologic, and radiologic findings to accurately diagnose the condition. The course emphasizes the importance of interprofessional collaboration between ophthalmologists, infectious disease specialists, and radiologists to develop individualized treatment plans. By working together, the interprofessional team can optimize diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness, ultimately improving patient outcomes and preventing complications related to delayed or inadequate treatment.

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Credit types

IPCE CreditsUp to 2 creditsAAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsNursingUp to 2 creditsPharmacyUp to 2 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 2 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 points

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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