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The article presents information on leptospiral uveitis in developing countries. It explores the epidemiology of the disease, which is known to occur mostly in developing countries with tropical climates. The manifestations of ocular involvement in leptospirosis involve discharge or subconjunctival hemorrhage. Worldwide strategies for fighting leptospirosis, particularly the creation of a website providing updates on leptospirosis incidents, diagnosis, and control, are discussed.

The article discusses the treatment of uveitis in developing countries. It notes on the multifacetedness of the challenges of treating uveitis in developing countries. It describes how developing countries provide an opportunity for the medical profession to learn more information on the epidemiology, pathogenesis and treatment of uveitis. The medical, socioeconomic and ethical issues surrounding uveitis treatment are explored.

The article reviews the available epidemiologic data on uveitis from developing countries and compares it with the available data from developed countries. It notes on the demographic differences of uveitis in developing and developed countries. It reveals that posterior uveitis is more common in developing countries, while infectious uveitis is more common in developed countries. The importance of conducting regional studies on the epidemiology of uveitis in developing countries is emphasized.