Fuchs Uveitis Syndrome can have a number of significant complications. It is important to make the diagnosis prior to cataract or other surgery in order to avoid unexpected post-operative complications.
More common complications include:
(1) visual deterioration
(2) opacification of the posterior capsule
(3) cataract
(4) glaucoma
Less common complications include:
(1) vitreous opacity
(2) epiretinal membrane
(3) peripheral vascular sheathing
(4) chorioretinal scar
(5) intravitreal hemorrhage (from abnormal vessels at the iris)
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