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Intravitreal injections
Intravitreal injections are used to locally administer medication in the eye. They are recommended for diabetic macular edema or age-related macular degeneration. This is a short procedure lasting 15 to 30 minutes.
Discomfort:
Moderate
Follow-up:
Next day
Work incapacity:
5 days
BENEFITS
Preserve vision.
Treat retinal-related eye diseases, specifically in the central area known as the macula.
Deliver high concentrations of medication to the eye.
PROCEDURE
- The eyelids and the patient's eye are disinfected to apply anesthetic drops.
- A very fine needle is inserted into the patient's eye, which is quick and painless.
- This procedure is performed by a specialized ophthalmologist to ensure the best results.
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