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Intra-vitreal injections

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Hafiy Haini, Tree Richardson
Foundation Years Journal, volume 6, issue 10, p.26 (123Doc Education, London, November 2012)

Abstract

Intra-vitreal injections can play a huge role in the management of important ophthalmological conditions. It has become a popular method to manage retinal diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion. The development anti-VEGF agents has made a significant impact the management of AMD and other conditions associated with pathological neovascularisation.

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Authors

Hafiy Haini

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Tree Richardson

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References

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