Intravitreal injections: Retinal vein occlusion
Retinal vein occlusion results in leaking out of the blood and protein into the retina due to blockage of the retinal vein leading to fluid collection in the retina causing a retinal swelling which is also known as macular oedema. Find out more about this here
There is also a lack of oxygen in the surrounding areas of the retina which can also affect the vision. This is associated with release of growth factors including vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) which causes blood vessels in the eye to leak and also produce new vessels called neovascularisation which can cause bleed inside the eye.
When are intravitreal injections indicated?
Intravitreal injections are usually indicated when there is development of macular oedema.
Anti-VEGF injections will block the VEGF growth and improve the leakage of fluid and prevent further complications such as bleeding inside the eye. Â
Eye injections for retinal vein occlusion improve the leakage of fluid by counteracting inflammatory pathways. A steroid implant is an effective way to deliver steroid inside the eye by injecting an implant which can last in the eye by releasing a small amount of steroid slowly over a period of 4-6 months for up to 3 years.
Will intravitreal injections improve vision?
Retinal vein occlusion injections will improve vision in 30-60% of patients depending on the type of injection used and the severity of the eye condition.
What are the risks of intravitreal injections?
The risks of a retinal vein occlusion treatment injection include 1:3000 chance of severe visual loss, seeing floaters for a few days, mild redness, grittiness and discomfort.
Retinal vein occlusion injections also carry of risk for development of a cataract and infrequently a rise in intraocular or eye pressure which can usually be managed with eyedrops.
Our Consultants at VISIO Health have the expertise in administering eye injections for retinal vein occlusion and will help you decide in which treatment option is best for you.
Our Treatments and Price List
| New patient consultation | £320 |
| Follow up appointment | £280 |
| Avastin eye injection | £750 |
| Triamcinolone or Intracinol eye injections | £750 |
| Lucentis eye injection | £1700 |
| Eylea eye injection | £1800 |
| Ozurdex eye injection | £2800 |
| Vabysmo eye injection | £1950 |
If you would like to discuss Ophthalmology treatments, please get in touch with a member of our team
