What does ciliary flush indicate in eye examinations?

Ciliary flush is a term used to describe the redness that occurs around the cornea, often observed during eye examinations. It indicates increased vascularity in the limbal area and is commonly associated with intraocular inflammation or uveitis. The presence of ciliary flush typically suggests that there is inflammation in the interior structures of the eye, such as the uvea, which includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid.

In the context of this question, the correct answer highlights a specific condition: 360 degree deep neovascularization with uveitis. This highlights not just generalized inflammation, but specifically the severe consequences of uveitis where new blood vessels form around the cornea due to prolonged inflammation. The association with neovascularization indicates that there is a significant response to the inflammatory process, often due to conditions such as anterior uveitis or other inflammatory diseases affecting the uveal tract.

The other options fail to capture the specificity of the ciliary flush. Increased intraocular pressure can result in various symptoms but does not exclusively lead to ciliary flush. The presence of hypopyon, which refers to a layering of pus in the anterior chamber, is indicative of severe inflammation but does not encompass the broader inflammatory response indicated