Most common type of scleritis is
Correct Answer: Anterior
Description: Scleritis can be classified as follows: I. Anterior scleritis (98%) 1. Non-necrotizing scleritis (85%) (a) Diffuse (b) Nodular 2. Necrotizing scleritis (13%) (a) with inflammation (b) without inflammation (sclero malacia perforans) II. Posterior scleritis (2%) The most common form, anterior scleritis, is defined as scleral inflammation anterior to the extraocular recti muscles. Posterior scleritis is defined as involvement of the sclera posterior to the inseion of the rectus muscles. Ref. UGkhurana 4th edition Pg.129
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