Due to geographic and genetic differences the aetiology and clinical picture of uveitis, and the frequency of different types of uveitis vary in different parts of the world. Therefore the results of a uveitis survey done in one uveitis research centre cannot be directly applied to other parts of the world. A discussion of experts from different regions of the world will show new facets of the disease, since the ophthalmological traditions, research interests, and clinical decisions in the diagnosis and treatment may differ from country to country.The purpose of the International Uveitis Study Group (IUSG) is to serve as an international forum for the discussion of the classification, terminology, epidemiology, aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical findings, diagnosis, and treatment of uveitis. IUSG carries into effect its purpose in workshops where uveitis research workers meet each other for the discussion of the uveitis problems
Meetings of IUSG