Ophthalmology

Intravitreal Drug Injection

An intravitreal injection delivers medication directly inside the eye for treatment of selected retinal and posterior segment disorders.

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The intravitreal route is used to achieve a therapeutic concentration of medication directly in the posterior segment of the eye. It is used for a range of retinal disorders, but the specific drug, number of injections, and intervals depend on diagnosis and treatment response. At Ahvar Clinic, intravitreal therapy is performed only according to an ophthalmologist’s prescription.

What it addresses / benefits

  • local delivery of medication
  • treatment of selected retinal disorders
  • use of anti-VEGF and other medications when indicated
  • possibility of repeated injections
  • monitoring of retinal response over time.

Preparation

The ophthalmologist confirms the diagnosis and need for a specific medication before treatment. The procedure may be postponed if there are signs of active infection.

How the procedure is performed

After antiseptic preparation and local anesthesia, the medication is injected into the vitreous cavity using a fine needle. Appropriate monitoring is performed afterward.

Result / recovery

Temporary foreign-body sensation or mild redness may occur. Severe pain, marked redness, or sudden deterioration of vision requires urgent medical attention.

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