Intravitreal Injection
An intravitreal injection is a shot of medicine into the eye, specifically into the vitreous, which is the jelly-like fluid that fills the eye. It is a type of eye surgery that can treat various eye diseases. It is usually performed by a trained retina specialist in the office setting. It allows the medication to be placed closer to the disease while decreasing the risk of side effects. Intravitreal drugs are commonly used to treat several eye conditions, including:
- Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Retinal vein occlusion
These medications help reduce fluid leakage associated with these disorders.