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  2. Intravitreal injection - Wikipedia

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    Intravitreal injection is the method of administration of drugs into the eye by injection with a fine needle. The medication will be directly applied into the vitreous humor . [ 1 ] It is used to treat various eye diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) , diabetic retinopathy , and infections inside the eye such as ...

  3. Intravitreal administration - Wikipedia

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    In 2008, over 1 million intravitreal injections were performed. This doubled to 2 million just 3 years later in 2011 when another anti-VEGF intravitreal injection aflibercept became available for the treatment of wet AMD. [2] Intravitreal injections hit an all-time high in 2016 reaching over 5.9 million injections in the US. [1]

  4. Branch retinal vein occlusion - Wikipedia

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    Intravitreal injection of Dexamethasone implant (Ozurdex; 700,350 μg) is being studied, its effect may last for 180 days. The injection may be repeated however with less pronounced effect. Although the implant was designed to cause less complications, pressure rise and cataract formation is noted with this treatment too. [6]

  5. Intravitreal implants - Wikipedia

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    Intravitreal implants are micro device-like inserts injected into the posterior segment of the eye to treat retinal diseases releasing therapeutic drugs at a set rate over a desired period of time. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] The posterior segment of the eye consists of the sclera , choroid , fovea , vitreous humor , optic nerve , and retina .

  6. The best tech for adults over 65 we spotted at CES this year

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    We found the best technology for adults over 65 at CES this year. From AI aids to ‘aging in place’ smart home solutions, the annual tech show kept older users in mind.

  7. Fomivirsen - Wikipedia

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    Fomivirsen (brand name Vitravene) is an antisense antiviral drug that was used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis (CMV) in immunocompromised patients, including those with AIDS.

  8. New RSV vaccines are now available to help prevent serious infection in people over 60. Doctors explain the RSV vaccine and its side effects in older adults. ... M.D., is a senior scholar at the ...

  9. What Doctors Want Those Over 65 to Know About Getting the ...

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    The CDC released new COVID-19 vaccination guidelines for people 65 and up and those who are immunocompromised: Get two shots. Experts explain.