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Intravitreal Injection
Intravitreal injection: a treatment used depending on the condition of retinal disease
About
What Is an Intravitreal Injection?
Intravitreal injection therapy helps prevent vision loss by reducing new blood vessels that grow abnormally
due to retinal disease or circulatory problems.
Along with addressing the underlying disease, it plays a key role in slowing progression and preventing recurrence.
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Conditions Treated with Intravitreal Injections
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Wet macular degeneration
Suppresses new blood vessels that cause rapid vision loss
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Diabetic retinopathy
Prevents retinal damage and bleeding caused by diabetic complications
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Neovascular glaucoma
Controls elevated intraocular pressure caused by abnormal blood vessels
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Macular edema
Relieves swelling of the macula, the center of vision
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Uveitis
Controls inflammation inside the eye and protects vision
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Before and after vitrectomy
Supportive treatment that improves surgical success and aids recovery
Types of Intravitreal Injections
Option 01
Antibody injection
Inhibits vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) to block the formation of new blood vessels
and help maintain vision.
- Available medications Avastin, Eylea, Lucentis
- Features Direct delivery with a fine needle; highly effective at preventing vision loss
Option 02
Steroid Injection
Reduces retinal swelling and treats inflammation with a powerful anti-inflammatory effect.
- Available medications Maqaid (Maid), Ozurdex
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Powerful anti-inflammatory action Effectively blocks inflammatory reactions inside the eye to prevent damage
to retinal tissue. - Reduces retinal swelling Quickly settles a retina thickened by conditions such as macular edema, making vision clearer.
- Long-lasting effect It varies by medication, but the effect usually lasts from 1 month up to 4 months, reducing the burden of frequent visits.
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Precautions After Intravitreal Injection
Our promise for a safe recovery and a quick return to daily life
BSM Eye Clinic carefully manages even the minor discomforts
that may occur after the procedure. For a smooth recovery, please be sure to review
the precautions below.
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Avoid face washing and water contact-
No face washing for 3 days To prevent infection, avoid washing your face for 3 full days after the procedure
and take care not to get water in your eyes. - Showering After 3 full days, gentle face washing and showering are allowed.
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No face washing for 3 days To prevent infection, avoid washing your face for 3 full days after the procedure
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Saunas and public facilities-
After one week It is safest to wait until one week after the procedure before using facilities with an infection risk,
such as saunas, jjimjilbang (Korean bathhouses) and swimming pools.
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After one week It is safest to wait until one week after the procedure before using facilities with an infection risk,
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No smoking or drinking-
After one week For a smooth recovery and to prevent inflammation,
you must avoid alcohol and smoking for one week.
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After one week For a smooth recovery and to prevent inflammation,
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Check whether repeat treatment is needed-
Ongoing care For a smooth recovery and to prevent inflammation,
you must avoid alcohol and smoking for one week.
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Ongoing care For a smooth recovery and to prevent inflammation,
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Visit immediately if unusual symptoms occur- Watch for complications Complications such as vitreous inflammation may occur after the procedure.
- Emergencies If you experience a sudden drop in vision, severe pain, redness or other unusual symptoms after the procedure, see an eye doctor right away without delay.