Posterior uveitis is linked to which non-infectious diseases?

Posterior uveitis, which involves inflammation of the uvea at the back of the eye, is associated with several systemic non-infectious diseases, and the correct answer highlights those connections effectively.

Behcet's syndrome, lymphoma, and sarcoidosis are known for their association with posterior uveitis. Behcet's syndrome can lead to significant ocular manifestations, including uveitis, as part of a systemic inflammatory process. Lymphoma, specifically primary central nervous system lymphoma, can also present with ocular symptoms, including posterior uveitis. Sarcoidosis is another systemic condition characterized by granulomatous inflammation, which can selectively involve the uveal tract, leading to posterior uveitis.

These diseases manifest in ways that can cause the immune system to inflame parts of the eye, leading to the symptoms associated with posterior uveitis. Understanding these connections is critical for the diagnosis and treatment of patients presenting with uveitis, as the management may include addressing the underlying systemic condition.

The other options listed contain conditions that are either not primarily linked to posterior uveitis or represent categories of issues (like trauma and infections) that do not specifically indicate a non-infectious etiology for posterior uveitis. Hence, the